Nava

People Services Specialist

Remote

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Consulting, Government Services, BiotechnologyIndustries

People Services Specialist

Employment Type: Full-time

About Nava

Nava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation working to make government services simple and effective. Since 2015, federal, state, and local agencies have trusted Nava to help solve highly scrutinized technology modernization challenges.

As a client services company, we guide agencies constrained by legacy systems to a future with sharp user experiences built on secure, reliable, fault-tolerant cloud infrastructure. We bill for our time, offering our expertise and problem-solving approach to help our government partners enhance their digital products and services.

People are at the heart of our work, from members of the public who rely on benefit programs to government agency staff. Through human-centered design and modern engineering best practices, we help our government partners understand user needs and deliver on their missions more effectively. This focus gives everyone at Nava the opportunity to do work that is meaningful, impactful, and deeply connected to public good.

Position Overview

The purpose of the People Services Specialist is to assist the Manager of People Operations and the People Services team in developing, implementing, and managing strategies to promote a highly engaging and positive employee experience. This position's responsibilities include personnel file maintenance, Posterguard processing, assistance with background checks and employment verifications, and support of ongoing operations of the People Services department. The People Services Specialist advocates for employees and ensures their long-term success through people development in support of Nava’s values:

  • Be Active Stewards
  • Pursue the Root Cause
  • Think Long-Term
  • Build Together
  • Inclusion is Essential
  • Progress Takes Work

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the maintenance of all personnel files, including securely storing offer letters, onboarding documents, and other personnel files.
  • Oversee the additions, deletions, and changes for Posterguard compliance.
  • Assist with the review of Eden tickets to ensure they are processed in a timely manner.
  • Review incoming People Operations emails and other correspondence and assign them to the right person for completion.
  • Coordinate with vendors and other service providers to ensure they meet all requirements and deliver the necessary services to Nava.
  • Monitor compliance with established policies and regulatory requirements in routine People Operations processes.
  • Identify and address minor compliance issues and escalate more complex issues as needed.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of People Operations policies and procedures.
  • Analyze People Operations data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of people services and human resources experience.
  • Thorough knowledge of people operations and human resources principles and applicable federal and state regulations.
  • Knowledge of HRIS systems.
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision.
  • Extraordinary discretion, confidentiality, flexibility, and willingness to work closely with a cross-functional team.
  • Proficiency in GSuite, Slack, Zoom, Excel, Apple computers, and other tools used to support a remote-work environment.
  • Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Desired Skills

  • Prior People Operations experience.

Compensation

  • $70,000 - $80,000 a year

Other Requirements

All roles at Nava require the following:

  • Legal authorization to work in the United States.
  • Ability to meet any other requirements for government contracts for which candidates are hired.
  • Work authorization that doesn’t require visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
  • May be subject to a government background check or security clearance, depending on the contract.

Perks Working with Nava

  • Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs.
  • Insurance Coverage: Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost.

Skills

Personnel File Maintenance
Posterguard Processing
Background Checks
Employment Verifications
Human-Centered Design
Employee Experience
Onboarding
Cloud Infrastructure
Technology Modernization

Nava

Develops software for government service improvement

About Nava

Nava Public Benefit Corporation focuses on improving the delivery of government services through user-friendly software solutions. The company partners with federal, state, and local government agencies to enhance the digital experience for citizens, making services more accessible and effective. Nava's approach involves service design and software development, often resulting in long-term contracts where they provide ongoing support and improvements. They gained initial recognition for their work on HealthCare.gov and have since expanded to other public programs. A key aspect of Nava's operations is its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that their workforce reflects the communities they serve. The goal of Nava is to build trust between the government and citizens by transforming how services are delivered, especially during critical times.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$2.1MTotal Funding
DEBT_PPCompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, Social ImpactIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision
20 days of PTO accrued
Unlimited sick leave
Paid parental leave
Sabbatical leave
401k contributions match at 4% of your salary
Flexible work arrangements
$1,000 new home office set up budget, monthly phone allowance
Monthly partial reimbursement for utilities (where applicable)
$2,000 annual tuition & professional development budget
Equity stock options
Employee referral program
Commuter benefits

Risks

Dependence on government contracts exposes Nava to financial instability from budget changes.
AI use in government services may face scrutiny over data privacy and ethics.
Resistance to digital transformation within government agencies could delay project outcomes.

Differentiation

Nava specializes in user-friendly software solutions for government services.
The company is a public benefit corporation focused on social impact projects.
Nava's diverse workforce reflects the communities it serves, enhancing solution equity.

Upsides

Nava's AI-driven solutions enhance public benefits enrollment, increasing accessibility.
Government IT modernization trends offer Nava expansion opportunities in digital transformation.
Strategic partnerships, like with Aquia Inc., boost Nava's cybersecurity and cloud capabilities.

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