We are looking for an HR Coordinator to support key people operations activities for a Contract position based in Arlington, Virginia. This role will focus on delivering a smooth employee onboarding experience, maintaining accurate HR records, and helping ensure compliance with hiring and employment processes. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and hands-on experience coordinating background checks, HR administration, and HRIS updates. Responsibilities: • Coordinate pre-employment and onboarding activities to create a timely and organized start experience for new hires. • Manage background screening steps and follow up with candidates, hiring teams, and vendors to keep hiring workflows on schedule. • Maintain employee information in HR systems with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. • Prepare, review, and process HR documentation related to new hires, employee records, and routine personnel transactions. • Support day-to-day human resources administration by responding to employee questions and directing inquiries appropriately. • Help monitor compliance with internal policies and employment-related requirements throughout the onboarding process. • Track onboarding progress, identify outstanding items, and provide status updates to relevant stakeholders. • Assist with process improvements and administrative tasks that strengthen HR operations and recordkeeping.

• Experience supporting onboarding activities within a human resources environment. • Working knowledge of HR administration practices and employee documentation processes. • Experience coordinating or monitoring background checks as part of the hiring cycle. • Familiarity with HRIS platforms and the ability to maintain accurate employee data. • Understanding of HR compliance requirements related to hiring and onboarding. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. • High attention to detail and discretion when handling sensitive employee information.

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Arlington, VA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
22.8 - 26.4 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an HR Coordinator to support key people operations activities for a Contract position based in Arlington, Virginia. This role will focus on delivering a smooth employee onboarding experience, maintaining accurate HR records, and helping ensure compliance with hiring and employment processes. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and hands-on experience coordinating background checks, HR administration, and HRIS updates. Responsibilities: • Coordinate pre-employment and onboarding activities to create a timely and organized start experience for new hires. • Manage background screening steps and follow up with candidates, hiring teams, and vendors to keep hiring workflows on schedule. • Maintain employee information in HR systems with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. • Prepare, review, and process HR documentation related to new hires, employee records, and routine personnel transactions. • Support day-to-day human resources administration by responding to employee questions and directing inquiries appropriately. • Help monitor compliance with internal policies and employment-related requirements throughout the onboarding process. • Track onboarding progress, identify outstanding items, and provide status updates to relevant stakeholders. • Assist with process improvements and administrative tasks that strengthen HR operations and recordkeeping.
2026-06-04T00:00:00Z