Human Resources Assistant
The Human Resources Assistant at Confidential Client supports day-to-day HR operations including onboarding, recruiting, employee records, benefits administration, and compliance within a federal government contracting environment. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience across multiple HR functions, emphasizing organizational skills, confidentiality, and professional communication in an onsite Maryland setting.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, HR & Recruitment.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking an organized, detail-oriented Human Resources Assistant to support HR operations for a federal government contracting environment. This is an entry-level, hands-on role that provides exposure to recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, HR systems, and employee records.
- Assist with day-to-day HR administrative tasks and provide professional, responsive support to employees, managers, and the HR team.
- Support onboarding and offboarding: prepare new-hire documentation, coordinate orientation, and maintain accurate, confidential personnel files.
- Enter and update employee information in HR and workforce systems; assist with reports, personnel file maintenance, and timesheet follow-up.
- Support recruiting activities: post positions, screen applications, schedule interviews, communicate with candidates, and assist with new-hire processing.
- Assist with benefits administration, open enrollment, leave documentation, and employee training coordination.
- Help maintain HR policies, compliance documentation, performance management records, and support special HR projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
- 0–2 years of relevant experience in HR, recruiting, office administration, customer service, or related areas — entry-level candidates, interns, and recent graduates encouraged to apply.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and good organizational and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, follow procedures, manage multiple assignments, and interact professionally with staff at all levels.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and ability to learn new HR and business systems quickly.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
Preferred Experience
- Experience with HR systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Unanet, HR Cloud, AbsenceSoft, JazzHR, or similar recruiting/timekeeping/workforce tools is a plus but not required.
Working Environment & Location
- Onsite in Landover, MD (Prince George’s County). This role supports a federal government contracting environment and follows applicable security and compliance processes.
- Typical office hours; some flexibility may be required for recruiting events or deadlines.
Compensation
- Anticipated salary range: $46,800 — $49,920 annually ($22.50 — $24.00 per hour). Final pay will be disclosed and determined in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws.
HUBZone Requirement
- Confidential Client is a certified HUBZone small business and must comply with SBA HUBZone rules. Candidates may be required to provide proof of residency or other documentation to verify HUBZone eligibility and must maintain applicable residency requirements during employment.
What Third‑Party Recruiting Means
- Careertakes is assisting as a third‑party recruiter for this opening. If you advance in the process, hiring decisions and employment will be made by Confidential Client. Applicants may be matched to additional roles through the Careertakes platform.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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