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14 results for Hr Assistant in Washington, DC

Human Resources Assistant
  • Hunt Valley, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 21 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized <strong>HR Assistant</strong> to support the daily functions of the Human Resources department. The ideal candidate will assist with a variety of HR tasks including recruitment, onboarding, employee record management, benefits administration, and general administrative support. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in all aspects of HR.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with the recruitment process by posting job ads, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates.</li><li>Prepare new hire paperwork, coordinate onboarding processes, and ensure a smooth orientation experience.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, both digital and physical.</li><li>Support benefits enrollment and respond to employee questions about benefits and company policies.</li><li>Help organize and coordinate HR projects (e.g., employee engagement, performance reviews, training sessions).</li><li>Monitor compliance with labor regulations and internal policies.</li><li>Draft HR documents, memos, and reports as needed.</li><li>Assist with timekeeping and attendance tracking, and report discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with discretion.</li><li>Provide administrative support to the HR department and assist with special projects as required.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Assistant
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an organized Human Resources (HR) Assistant to support day-to-day HR operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Washington, District of Columbia. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys coordinating details, communicating with candidates and employees, and helping keep personnel processes accurate and well organized. The HR Assistant will contribute across recruiting, records management, payroll support, and general administrative tasks while handling confidential information with discretion.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate recruitment activities by reviewing applicants, arranging interview schedules, and confirming meetings with candidates and team members.<br>• Maintain personnel documentation by checking employee files for completeness, identifying missing records, and preparing materials needed for compliance reviews or audits.<br>• Support administrative HR operations by monitoring task status, organizing policy-related files, and keeping records accessible and up to date.<br>• Assist with payroll-related processes and help track tax withholding account information to support accurate employee administration.<br>• Update and maintain information across HR systems, spreadsheets, and shared platforms to improve reporting accuracy and file organization.<br>• Provide responsive communication to candidates and internal stakeholders in a welcoming, attentive, and clear manner.<br>• Help facilitate onboarding and pre-employment activities, including coordination related to background checks and new employee documentation.<br>• Handle sensitive employee and organizational information with discretion while following established procedures and maintaining data accuracy.
  • 2026-06-25T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Assistant
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19.95 - 23.1 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Human Resources (HR) Assistant to support daily HR and payroll activities for a Contract position based in Washington, District of Columbia. This opportunity is well suited for someone starting their HR career who enjoys administrative work, accurate data handling, and employee onboarding support. The role will contribute to hiring coordination, record maintenance, and payroll review while helping the team keep information organized and up to date.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support onboarding activities by preparing and organizing new employee documentation and ensuring required forms are completed accurately<br>• Enter and maintain employee information in HR systems and track candidate screening submissions and results<br>• Review payroll-related records, compare payroll cards against supporting information, and flag discrepancies for follow-up<br>• Input numerical and employee data into the appropriate fields and verify entries for accuracy and completeness<br>• Assist with the administration and tracking of required health screening or COVID-related test documentation<br>• Maintain organized HR files and perform routine document filing to support compliance and record retention<br>• Provide general administrative assistance to the HR team across payroll and personnel processes
  • 2026-06-22T00:00:00Z
HR Coordinator
  • Arlington, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 22.8 - 26.4 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an HR Coordinator to support a busy hiring function in Arlington, Virginia. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who excels at organization, communicates effectively, and creates a positive experience for candidates throughout the recruitment process. The person in this role will serve as an early point of contact for applicants, coordinate interview activity for engineering talent, and help move candidates smoothly from initial paperwork through orientation readiness.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate a high volume of interview scheduling, with a significant portion of the role focused on arranging meetings and maintaining recruiting calendars.<br>• Guide candidates through pre-employment steps, ensuring required documents and hiring materials are completed accurately and on time.<br>• Act as a primary contact for applicants at the beginning of the hiring journey, providing timely updates and a welcoming introduction to the organization.<br>• Support recruitment efforts for engineering and software engineering positions within a key business division.<br>• Track candidate progress through each stage of the hiring cycle and help move individuals efficiently toward orientation.<br>• Use Outlook and related communication tools to manage calendars, correspondence, and interview logistics with strong attention to detail.<br>• Assist with onboarding activities, screening coordination, and administrative follow-up needed before a new employee&#39;s start date.
  • 2026-06-25T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • Sparks Glencoe, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead key people operations initiatives for our team in Maryland. This role combines talent acquisition, employee support, and strategic HR partnership to help the organization attract, develop, and retain strong talent. The ideal candidate brings a balanced approach to recruiting, policy development, and workforce planning while fostering a positive and productive workplace.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct end-to-end hiring activities, including talent sourcing, candidate evaluation, interview coordination, offer discussions, and onboarding.<br>• Oversee college and university recruiting programs and travel as needed to support campus events, networking, and candidate engagement.<br>• Create, refine, and apply human resources policies and operating guidelines that align with organizational goals and compliance standards.<br>• Partner with leaders to provide guidance on team design, staffing strategy, and broader workforce planning decisions.<br>• Address employee relations matters by managing workplace concerns, supporting conflict resolution, and advising on performance-related situations.<br>• Lead initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, improve retention, and reinforce a healthy organizational culture.<br>• Administer compensation, benefits, and total rewards programs while helping ensure employees understand available offerings.<br>• Maintain accurate HR information system records and prepare reports and workforce insights to support leadership decision-making.<br>• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities to deliver a smooth and supportive employee experience.<br>• Support learning and development efforts through training initiatives and leadership coaching programs.
  • 2026-06-26T00:00:00Z
Human Resources Manager
  • Towson, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 36 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced and people-focused Human Resources Manager to oversee daily HR operations and support a positive, inclusive workplace culture. This role is responsible for employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, and performance management.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and employee offboarding processes </li><li>Support employee relations and resolve workplace concerns </li><li>Administer benefits, leave programs, and HR policies </li><li>Ensure compliance with employment laws and organizational policies </li><li>Maintain employee records and HR documentation </li><li>Partner with leadership on performance management and staff development </li><li>Coordinate training and professional development initiatives </li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z
HR Generalist
  • Silver Spring, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an HR Generalist to support employees and leaders across a multi-state workforce in Maryland. This Long-term Contract position will focus on delivering dependable HR operations, maintaining compliance, and creating a smooth employee experience throughout the employment lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings broad HR administration experience, strong judgment, and the ability to manage sensitive information with accuracy and professionalism.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with managers and internal stakeholders to provide day-to-day HR support for a workforce of approximately 30 employees across multiple states.</p><p>• Coordinate the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding setup, separation processing, required documentation, and timely system updates.</p><p>• Administer benefit-related activities and respond to employee questions regarding available programs and enrollment matters.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and confidential employee data within HR systems, ensuring records are current and aligned with company policies.</p><p>• Monitor employment practices for compliance with state-specific labor requirements and support adherence to applicable regulations.</p><p>• Review and process payroll-related updates such as status changes and prorated adjustments to help ensure accurate reporting.</p><p>• Handle HR-related billing tasks, including invoice processing and reconciliation.</p><p>• Contribute to the refinement of HR procedures, documentation, and operational workflows to improve efficiency.</p><p>• Use Google Workspace to manage communication, documentation, and routine administrative coordination.</p>
  • 2026-06-16T00:00:00Z
HR Generalist
  • Mitchellville, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a proactive HR Generalist to support day-to-day human resources operations. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing employee support, compliance-focused administration, and recruiting coordination in a fast-paced environment. The role will contribute to a positive team member experience by keeping HR processes organized, maintaining accurate records, and helping the department run efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Support daily HR operations by managing documentation, coordinating administrative activities, and assisting the department with routine functions.</p><p>• Maintain accurate employee records across physical files and HR systems while safeguarding confidential information and ensuring documentation remains current.</p><p>• Prepare employment-related correspondence, verification materials, policy updates, and other HR communications as assigned.</p><p>• Conduct periodic reviews of personnel files and records to confirm required forms are complete, properly stored, and compliant with company standards.</p><p>• Coordinate calendars, meetings, training sessions, and related logistics, including room arrangements, materials, and equipment setup.</p><p>• Serve as a first point of contact for routine questions regarding policies, benefits, and hiring procedures, escalating complex matters to senior HR leadership when needed.</p><p>• Partner with external vendors and internal teams to support office operations, invoice processing, compliance postings, supplies management, and general workplace upkeep.</p><p>• Facilitate onboarding activities by preparing materials for new employees, assisting with orientation, processing background checks, and managing access items such as badges or entry passes.</p><p>• Support recruitment and offboarding processes by helping maintain job descriptions, coordinating exit interview scheduling, and participating in HR projects and process improvements.</p>
  • 2026-06-18T00:00:00Z
Human Resources Coordinator
  • Annapolis, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an HR Coordinator to support the Human Resources department by assisting with recruitment, onboarding, employee records, benefits administration, compliance, and day-to-day HR operations. This role serves as a point of contact for employees and helps ensure HR processes run efficiently. </p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities: </p><ul><li>Coordinate employee onboarding and orientation programs </li><li>Maintain employee personnel files and HR databases </li><li>Assist with recruitment activities, including posting jobs and scheduling interviews </li><li>Process new permanent, transfer, and termination paperwork Support benefits enrollment and employee questions regarding benefits </li><li>Assist with payroll processing and timekeeping records </li><li>Prepare HR reports and maintain compliance documentation </li><li>Coordinate training and employee development programs </li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company policies </li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures</li></ul>
  • 2026-06-23T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 91000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join a legal team in Baltimore, Maryland, with a focus on real estate matters. This role supports attorneys through the preparation of transaction documents, coordination of closing materials, and review of property-related records. The ideal candidate brings prior experience in real estate law and is comfortable working with legal technology in a fast-paced office environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and organize legal documents related to real estate transactions, including financing and closing materials.<br>• Support attorneys by assembling closing binders and ensuring transaction files are complete and accurate.<br>• Conduct title and survey reviews to identify issues that may affect property transactions.<br>• Assist with drafting agreements and other transactional documents used in real estate matters.<br>• Manage and maintain files within document management platforms to keep records accessible and up to date.<br>• Use document comparison tools to review revisions and confirm accuracy across legal drafts.
  • 2026-06-11T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team in Baltimore, Maryland. This position is well suited for someone who can manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, and communicate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and internal stakeholders. The role calls for strong administrative judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential legal matters with professionalism.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate day-to-day administrative support for attorneys and paralegals, helping keep legal matters organized and on schedule.<br>• Prepare, revise, and format legal correspondence, court-related materials, briefs, and presentation documents with accuracy and consistency.<br>• Maintain orderly legal files and records by organizing documents, correspondence, and matter-related information in secure systems.<br>• Arrange meetings, appointments, and travel logistics while managing calendars and resolving scheduling conflicts as needed.<br>• Assist with court filing activities, including electronic submissions, and support related follow-up for federal, state, and local matters when required.<br>• Conduct basic legal and factual research to compile information and materials requested by the legal team.<br>• Support billing and invoicing activities by reviewing entries, preparing documentation, and helping track administrative details.<br>• Handle general office support tasks such as scanning, copying, filing, and completing additional project-based assignments as needed.
  • 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z
Office Assistant
  • Herndon, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19 - 20 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Office Assistant to support daily administrative operations and help ensure the office runs smoothly. The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling a variety of clerical tasks, managing schedules, maintaining records, and providing excellent internal and external customer service. Must be available to work onsite Monday through Friday in a full-time capacity.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Provide general administrative support to the office team. </li><li>Answer phones, greet visitors, and respond to emails professionally. </li><li>Manage filing systems, records, and office documents. </li><li>Schedule meetings, coordinate calendars, and assist with travel arrangements. </li><li>Order and maintain office supplies and equipment. </li><li>Assist with data entry, reporting, and basic spreadsheet tracking. </li><li>Support mail distribution, shipping, and other front office duties.</li><li>Help coordinate projects and maintain workflow processes. </li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-15T00:00:00Z
Office Assistant
  • Manassas, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 18 - 19 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Office Assistant to support daily administrative operations. This role is responsible for handling clerical tasks, coordinating office activities, maintaining records, and providing general support to ensure the office runs efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Answer and direct phone calls, emails, and other correspondence</li><li>Greet visitors and provide front-desk support</li><li>Schedule meetings, appointments, and maintain calendars</li><li>File, scan, and organize documents and records</li><li>Order office supplies and maintain inventory</li><li>Assist with data entry, reporting, and basic bookkeeping tasks</li><li>Support internal teams with administrative projects</li><li>Handle mail distribution and outgoing packages</li><li>Maintain office cleanliness and organization</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-11T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant
  • District Heights, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day finance operations for a growing team in Forestville, Maryland. This contract position with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable working with high volumes of financial records, and confident handling both payables and receivables. The role will focus on improving invoice processing efficiency, maintaining accurate accounting data in Sage 300, and helping prepare documentation for an upcoming audit. This position is based on site five days per week.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process outstanding invoices and reduce aged items by reviewing, organizing, and resolving backlogged transactions<br>• Support audit readiness by gathering financial records, verifying supporting documentation, and assisting with file preparation<br>• Enter and maintain accounting information in Sage 300 with close attention to accuracy and policy compliance<br>• Manage accounts payable activities, including reviewing vendor invoices and preparing items for payment processing<br>• Handle accounts receivable tasks such as recording incoming payments, tracking balances, and following up on open items<br>• Reconcile financial data and identify discrepancies to help maintain complete and accurate records<br>• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide administrative and accounting support as needed<br>• Work on site in Forestville, Maryland five days each week to support daily accounting operations
  • 2026-06-26T00:00:00Z