HR Generalist

Job Title: HR Generalist

Location: Hybrid in Herndon, VA (3 days/week on site)

Clearance Required: None

Duration: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay Type: W2 employee

Reporting to: Director of Human Resources and Training

Management Duties: None

Compensation: DOE

Position Overview

The HR Generalist will serve as a key member of the HR team with responsibility across HR operations, benefits administration, employee relations, and day\-to\-day HR support. This is a role for someone who understands the value of well\-designed systems and workflows, and is equally comfortable rolling up their sleeves to keep essential day\-to\-day activities running smoothly. Our HR Generalist will be the tactical backbone of the HR function, owning the day\-to\-day execution of core HR operations with independence, precision, and credibility across our growing organization. This role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment and discretion, and the ability to create and improve repeatable processes. Our ideal candidate has deep experience in HR operations, employee relations, and compliance, and a polished and professional communication style.

Essential Functions

• Serve as the first HR point of contact for employees and managers, providing timely, accurate guidance grounded in policy, precedent, and sound judgment, escalating to HR Director where necessary.
• Own benefits administration, including new hire enrollments, life event changes, open enrollment, vendor/broker/carrier coordination, and employee communication. Coordinate and track benefits compliance notices and required reporting.
• With the Director, create and maintain HR SOPs, reference guides, templates, and memos. Ensure repeatable, efficient processes that support scale and consistency.
• Manage employee relations matters with discretion and clarity, partnering with HR Director to assess issues and offer solutions that balance fairness, compliance, and company priorities.
• Execute HR operational processes, including onboarding, offboarding, employment changes, documentation, and recordkeeping.
• Handle day\-to\-day administrative needs, including drafting communication, coordinating employee recognition and care (e.g., flowers for births, bereavement), and managing HR inbox workflows.
• Maintain accurate employee data in our HRIS; complete data entry, run reports, perform audits, and support system improvements.
• Contribute to the continued scaling of HR operations in a growing, multi\-state environment.
• Support special projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k with match, company\-paid life/short\-term disability, long\-term disability insurance, paid time off, all federal holidays off, etc.)
• Great company culture and perks (regular office happy hours, peer\-to\-peer recognition program, free building gym access, hybrid work environment, etc.)
• Opportunity to shape and improve HR foundations in a growing organization.
• Collaborative team with room for professional development/growth as the company expands.

Qualifications

• 5\-7 years of professional HR experience, with demonstrated experience in HR operations, compliance, and employee relations.
• Prior experience supporting a distributed workforce across multiple states, ideally including highly regulated states such as New York, New Jersey, etc.
• Proven ability to build structure in a growing environment. Must take ownership of your part of the business \- processes, systems, and tools.
• Prior experience as an administrator of an HRIS, ideally Workday.
• GovCon experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR compliance fundamentals.
• Ability to operate independently, prioritize effectively, and maintain a high standard of accuracy and follow\-through. Must be able to execute tasks independently once trained.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization skills.
• Professional presence and polished communication skills with the ability to influence and earn trust across all levels of the organization.
• Level\-headed with sound judgment and demonstrated discretion in handling confidential information. Ability to recognize what information must remain confidential.
• An appreciation for both the strategic importance of strong HR systems and the necessity of hands\-on execution to keep those systems running.
• A desire to continue growing and learning new things.
• A collaborative, proactive mindset. Good team player.

Physical Requirements:

The work is generally sedentary and performed in an office or remote setting; however, some travel to local government or partner sites may be required. The position may require:

• Visual acuity to view computer screens, read technical documents, and perform data analysis and data entry
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Occasional lifting or carrying of equipment, boxes, or documents (typically under 40 lbs)
• Ability to hear and speak clearly in virtual and in\-person meetings

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

About the Company

Four Inc. is a fast\-growing public sector IT provider with a long history of delivering exceptional results in the federal and SLED markets. We are a multi\-state employer, and our culture is collaborative, driven, and people\-focused. We are building for scale, and we’re looking for teammates who are energized by building structure and improving processes while providing excellent customer service, whoever your customer is. With a proven track record of success and a strong, collaborative culture, we are expanding our team to continue driving innovation and digital transformation in the public sector.

Four Inc. is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled persons and veterans. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote qualified veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at careers@fourinc.com.

This job opening will be listed with the appropriate state workforce agency as required under the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).