Chief Human Resources Officer PR - 1355

PE Systems, Inc. has a great opportunity for a Chief Human Resources Officer in the Corporate Location at Fairfax, VA. This role provides strategic HR leadership aligned with organizational goals and advises senior leadership on workforce planning, culture, and change management. It oversees all HR operations, compliance, and people programs to support a high-performing and legally compliant workplace.

PE Systems, Inc. genuinely cares about their employees. We bring together the best people and the best careers.  Our family of talented and focused professionals enjoy PE Systems’ generous PTO and Holidays, great benefits and great pay. 

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General Function:      

Strategic Leadership: 

• Lead company‑wide workforce planning aligned with long‑term business strategy and financial objectives.
• Partner with the CEO and executive team to drive organizational transformation, including digital, cultural, and structural change.
• Develop and implement HR strategies that align with the company’s mission and objectives. Collaborate with senior leadership to support the organization’s vision and culture.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the Board of Directors on human capital strategy, succession, culture, and workforce risk.
• Translate business priorities into a coherent people strategy with measurable outcomes.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation updates (including Federal regulations) related to employment practices in each state where employees are located.
• Lead change management efforts related to organizational restructuring or growth.
• Collaborate with department heads to address staffing needs and workforce challenges.
• Oversee performance management systems and succession planning initiatives.
• Guide leadership development and training programs.
• Oversee HR technology systems and ensure data integrity and security.
• Develop and provide recommendations for the Benefits Strategic Plan.
• Lead a total rewards strategy that supports business goals, pay equity, and market competitiveness.
• Modernize benefits offerings to support wellbeing, flexibility, and financial health.
• Ensure compensation governance, transparency, and compliance across company locations.
• Ensure pay equity and compliance with wage regulations.
• Create and enforce HR policies and procedures that promote a positive work environment and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

HR Operations Management:

• Lead and oversee all HR operations including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation, benefits, performance management, training and compliance with labor laws.
• Develop and manage HR budgets and resource allocation.
• Oversee and manage the administration of benefit programs including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, life, disability, professional development.
• Hire, mentor and evaluate HR and Recruiting team members to foster a high performing culture through effective leadership and people management.

Talent and Leadership Development:

• Own CEO and executive succession planning, ensuring robust leadership pipelines and readiness plans.
• Build a comprehensive leadership development architecture that strengthens capability at all levels.
• Establish future‑skills strategies, including upskilling, reskilling, and internal mobility frameworks.
• Implement talent assessment processes that identify, develop, and retain high‑potential employees.

Employee Relations and Engagement:

• Define and measure cultural health using clear KPIs tied to leadership accountability.
• Design and oversee the end‑to‑end employee experience, including onboarding, career pathways, and key moments that matter.
• Strengthen manager capability to create consistent, high quality employee experiences.
• Oversee employee relations programs to ensure a positive, compliant, and productive work environment.
• Provide guidance to managers on conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement plans.
• Investigate and resolve workplace complaints in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws, including anti-harassment and anti-discrimination regulations.
• Develop and implement policies that promote fairness, consistency, and employee engagement.
• Promote and develop programs that enhance employee engagement and retention.

 Data Analysis:

• Utilize HR metrics and analytics to assess the effecti