People Operations Partner/HR Generalist

People Operations Partner/HR Generalist

About Us:

BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company. We own and operate the world's most advanced space-based intelligence platform and provide customers satellite imagery, automated analytics and high-frequency monitoring of strategic locations, economic assets and events from around the globe. BlackSky is trusted by the most demanding allied military and intelligence organizations and commercial companies to deliver foresight into critical matters that affect national security and the economy. BlackSky's data enables governments and businesses to see, understand and anticipate change as it happens, giving them the ultimate strategic advantage so they can act quickly. Our global team works with cutting-edge technology to make a difference around the world and prides itself on being people-first, customer-focused and fun.

BlackSky is looking for a People Operations Partner to support the broader People Operations team. Assisting with onboarding and offboarding, acting as the first point-of-contact for general inquiries, and supporting payroll and document audits will require a strong attention to detail.This position will report to the Manager, People & Culture and is a hybrid position supporting our Herndon, VA office.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first point of contact for pre- and post-onboarding activities to ensure a great experience for new employees.
• Ensure successful completion of new hire onboarding processes, including I-9 verification, policy acknowledgements, IT setup, etc.
• Oversee new hire orientation, including training and documentation.
• Manage the employee offboarding process including scheduling exit interviews, offboarding paperwork, equipment returns and more.
• Respond to HR-related inquiries, ensuring accurate interpretation of policies and procedures.
• Process routine HR transactions through HRIS/ADP, supporting areas such as position changes and other employee related updates.
• Perform detailed HRIS data management, audits and reporting with a high sense of quality data control and accuracy.
• Collaborate with payroll to document and update employee record changes, including compensation and benefits.
• Maintain organized HR digital files and record keeping.
• Provide SOX support in partnership with payroll and other controls.
• Perform employment verifications as needed.
• Review and reconcile benefit invoices monthly.
• Process 401k funding.
• Serve as the main point of contact for leave management.
• Administer and enhance the company’s wellness program.
• Support employee engagement programs: order gifts for employee special occasions, birthday and anniversary recognition and participate in planning future programs.
• Create and distribute employee surveys as needed.
• Participate in departmental initiatives and projects.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure compliance with all employment laws, company policies, and contractual requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience.
• At least 3-5 years of related HR experience to include: onboarding, offboarding, managing HRIS data, and supporting employees with benefits and payroll questions.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, applicant tracking systems, and payroll software.
• Proficient knowledge of HR procedures and policies.
• Comfortable taking initiative of projects and managing them from start to finish. 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention-to-detail and problem-solving abilities. 
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; customer service oriented.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in the technology or space industry.
• Previous experience at a public company and partnering with legal and payroll on SOX controls.
• Experience using ADP Workforce Now.
• Greenhouse ATS knowledge.
• PHR or SHRM-CP.

Life at BlackSky for full-time benefits eligible employees includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D insurance
  • BlackSky pays 100% of employee-only premiums for medical, dental and vision and contributes $100/month for out-of-pocket expenses!
• 15 days of PTO, 11 Company holidays, four Floating Holidays (pro-rated based on hire date), one day of paid volunteerism leave per year, parental leave and more
• 401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
• Employer matching donations
• Professional development
• Mac or PC? Your choice!
• Awesome swag

BlackSky is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. #LI-Hybrid

EEO/AAP/ Pay Transparency Statements: 

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf