Title: Senior Human Resources Generalist
State Role Title: Human Resources Analyst II
Hiring Range: $75,000 to $84,000
Pay Band: 5
Agency: The Science Museum of Virginia
Location: Broad Street Station
Agency Website: https://smv.org/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Agency Overview
The Science Museum works to inspire Virginians to enrich their lives through science. We create compelling and thought-provoking experiences that connect our community with the science all around them.
For almost 50 years, the Science Museum has been curating relevant science stories that are delivered through engaging exhibits, programming, demos, workshops, films, content and more. As we look toward our 50th anniversary as an institution, we’re pushing ourselves to be even more important in our community’s life to elevate science as the answer to our complicated world.
The Science Museum is unlike others in our field. We are a state agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia that benefits from state operating support as well as private funds raised through our Foundations to help support the mission. This support provides operational stability and growth opportunities as we evolve to not only meet the needs of our community, but also increase our impact. Our flagship location in Richmond and our satellite in Danville have reached two straight years of record attendance. The opening of our Northern Virginia campus in 2027 is poised to push annual visitation over 800,000, extending our reach and impact across the Commonwealth as we empower Virginians to see science not just as knowledge, but as a vital tool for shaping a better future.
Job Duties
The Science Museum of Virginia is looking for a dynamic Senior Human Resources Generalist to play a key role in shaping an exceptional employee experience across our three unique locations.
In this role, you’ll partner closely with the HR Director to deliver comprehensive, end-to-end HR support serving as a trusted advisor to employees and managers alike. This role manages assigned full-cycle activities for assigned requisitions from vacancy to hire and supports employees and managers with benefits, leave of absence, performance management, and offboarding to ensure a consistent, compliant, and positive employee experience.
Working independently and as part of a team, this position resolves HR issues, escalates complex or sensitive matters with recommendations to the HR Director, and helps balance strategic priorities with day-to-day operational needs. The role also requires periodic travel between sites (Science Museum, Danville and Science Center) to support business operations and employee engagement.
Interested candidates must apply at https://jobs.virginia.gov/.
Benefits
The position offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HRA, HSA, life insurance, 457 and pension plan, short and long-term disability and employee assistance program. The Science Museum has a generous paid time off policy, including vacation leave, four days family & personal leave, eight sick days per year and 12 paid holidays.
The salary range for this position is $75,000-$84,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, certifications, internal equity and applicable market considerations at the time of offer.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of all functional areas of human resource management, principles and practices. The candidate should have extensive experience in key HR areas such as talent management, benefits and leave administration, performance management and offboarding. Demonstrated experience in full-cycle recruitment across a variety of positions, including wage, salary and leadership roles, and a comprehensive understanding of the recruitment process. A strong working knowledge of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Virginia Sickness and Disability Program (VSDP), and Workers’ Compensation is essential.
Able to interpret and apply state HR policies, rules, and regulations accurately and effectively. A high degree of integrity, discretion, and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential information is critical. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required, along with the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization and with other state agencies. The ability to work independently and as part of a team is important, as is the capacity to partner with senior leadership. Experience leading and training others is a plus.
Additional Considerations
Candidates should possess exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and perform well in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Workspace, and presentation software. The role also requires periodic travel between sites (Science Museum, Danville and Science Center) to support business operations and employee engagement.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
The Science Museum of Virginia will accept ONLY online applications for all Science Museum employment opportunities. To be considered for this position, you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line “Virginia Jobs” (RMS) employment site no later than 11:55 p.m. on the closing date listed. If the position is an open until filled recruitment; the position will remain open for a minimum of 5 workdays or until the position is filled. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and additional qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application; therefore, it is essential to provide detailed information. Submitting an application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. The RMS website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date. Computers are available for applying for jobs in public libraries and the Virginia Employment Commission offices.
The Science Museum seeks motivated people of all backgrounds. We value diversity of cultures, races and ethnicities, gender expressions, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer the Science Museum Welcomes Veterans to apply! We provide hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application or resume.
Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.
The Science Museum will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: 804.372.3766
Email: hr@smv.org
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.