Sierra 7, Inc.
Description
Sierra7, Inc. is seeking a Human Capital Expert who will provide high-level consultation, program management, and operational oversight across HR initiatives aligned with the iFAMS Deployment Team under the FMBT Program. This role will support the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Finance.
Position Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage HR programs or projects related to the iFAMS deployment, offering expert consultation on federal HR policy and operational requirements.
• Apply deep understanding of HR and contracting procedures to support efforts such as workforce readiness, change management, staffing plans, and HR system configuration.
• Manage complex contracts and associated components, including financials, labor-related data, and compliance with VA and federal standards.
• Develop and implement strategic solutions to HR-related challenges, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and deployment timelines
• Serve as a subject matter expert on matters related to organizational change, classification, staffing strategy, retirement policy, and labor relations.
• Create or contribute to key project documentation such as stakeholder analyses, readiness assessments, training plans, and workforce transition strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including Section 508 standards, throughout documentation and communication materials.
• Work collaboratively with functional and technical teams, as well as VA HR stakeholders, to provide integrated support across all deployment phases.
• Complete high-quality deliverables with minimal supervision and serve as a key resource for decision-making within the HR functional domain.
Requirements
Skills:
• Advanced knowledge of federal HR operations, policies, and regulations (e.g., OPM, Title 5, VA-specific guidelines).
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and contracts, with attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Expertise in core HR discipline (e.g., classification, staffing, employee/labor relations, benefits, retirement).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present ideas clearly and advise senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and provide leadership in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Experience supporting enterprise-level systems implementations (e.g., ERP systems) or large-scale organizational transformation initiatives.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex HR issues and provide practical and policy-compliant recommendations.
• Experience working with HRIS systems and tracking/reporting tools.
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity.
Education & Experience:
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field (required)
• Master's degree (preferred)
• Previous Veterans Health Administration (VHA) experience
• Minimum 12 years of progressively responsible HR experience
• At least 10 years of federal HR experience required, including managing complex HR programs or contracts
Why Join Sierra7?
Sierra7 is a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Business. We were founded in 2009 with the mission of "serving those who serve". We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry. We are a proud recipient of the 2024 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the US Department of Labor, which recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain Veterans.
Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision FSA (Flexible Spending Account) HSA (Health Savings Account) Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Additional Supplemental Medical Benefits
Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Accident
401K Legal Assistance Financial Wellness Paid Time Off (PTO) Federal Holidays Education Reimbursement LinkedIn Learning Employee Referral Program
Sierra7, Inc. is seeking a Human Capital Expert who will provide high-level consultation, program management, and operational oversight across HR initiatives aligned with the iFAMS Deployment Team under the FMBT Program. This role will support the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Finance.
Position Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage HR programs or projects related to the iFAMS deployment, offering expert consultation on federal HR policy and operational requirements.
• Apply deep understanding of HR and contracting procedures to support efforts such as workforce readiness, change management, staffing plans, and HR system configuration.
• Manage complex contracts and associated components, including financials, labor-related data, and compliance with VA and federal standards.
• Develop and implement strategic solutions to HR-related challenges, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and deployment timelines
• Serve as a subject matter expert on matters related to organizational change, classification, staffing strategy, retirement policy, and labor relations.
• Create or contribute to key project documentation such as stakeholder analyses, readiness assessments, training plans, and workforce transition strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including Section 508 standards, throughout documentation and communication materials.
• Work collaboratively with functional and technical teams, as well as VA HR stakeholders, to provide integrated support across all deployment phases.
• Complete high-quality deliverables with minimal supervision and serve as a key resource for decision-making within the HR functional domain.
Requirements
Skills:
• Advanced knowledge of federal HR operations, policies, and regulations (e.g., OPM, Title 5, VA-specific guidelines).
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and contracts, with attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Expertise in core HR discipline (e.g., classification, staffing, employee/labor relations, benefits, retirement).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present ideas clearly and advise senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and provide leadership in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Experience supporting enterprise-level systems implementations (e.g., ERP systems) or large-scale organizational transformation initiatives.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex HR issues and provide practical and policy-compliant recommendations.
• Experience working with HRIS systems and tracking/reporting tools.
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity.
Education & Experience:
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field (required)
• Master's degree (preferred)
• Previous Veterans Health Administration (VHA) experience
• Minimum 12 years of progressively responsible HR experience
• At least 10 years of federal HR experience required, including managing complex HR programs or contracts
Why Join Sierra7?
Sierra7 is a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Business. We were founded in 2009 with the mission of "serving those who serve". We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry. We are a proud recipient of the 2024 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the US Department of Labor, which recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain Veterans.
Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision FSA (Flexible Spending Account) HSA (Health Savings Account) Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Additional Supplemental Medical Benefits
Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Accident
401K Legal Assistance Financial Wellness Paid Time Off (PTO) Federal Holidays Education Reimbursement LinkedIn Learning Employee Referral Program