HR Assistant

Location: Reston, VA (Fully on-site) | Type: Contract (3-4 months)

About the role

Our client is seeking a polished and organized HR Assistant to provide support to their HR team. This role involves handling a wide variety of administrative HR tasks, scheduling, and managing onboarding/offboarding processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee records, both digital and hard copy.
• Process HR documents such as employment contracts, new hire forms, performance evaluations, and termination paperwork.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and HR communications as needed.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Assist with job postings on internal and external platforms.
• Screen resumes and schedule interviews with hiring managers.
• Coordinate pre-employment screenings and background checks.
• Prepare onboarding documents and welcome packages for new hires.
• Facilitate new hire orientation sessions and ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
• Help employees understand benefit options and guide them through enrollment processes.
• Assist with maintaining benefit records and coordinating with third-party providers.
• Collaborate with payroll to ensure accurate timekeeping and changes to employee status (e.g., promotions, terminations, leaves).
• Ensure HR processes and documentation comply with federal, state, and local labor laws.
• Maintain I-9 documentation and assist in audits when required.

Requirements

• 2-3+ years of HR support experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; HRIS knowledge (ADP) is a plus.
• Highly organized with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Bachelor's degree preferred (equivalent experience may compensate).

Benefits

• Eligible for Vision, Dental, Medical, and 401(k).

Pay

$23 - $25 / hour (depending on experience)

Perks

• Opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic HR environment.
• Work in a collaborative, professional setting.