Bilingual Human Resources Assistant

Bilingual HR Assistant

Our client is seeking a dependable and organized HR Assistant to support daily human resources operations and provide front desk administrative support within a busy HR department. This individual will serve as a key point of contact for employees, applicants, and visitors while assisting with onboarding coordination, employee documentation, scheduling, and general HR administration.

The ideal candidate will bring at least 1 year of HR or administrative experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced yet supportive office environment. This role requires professionalism, patience, attention to detail, and comfort assisting individuals with varying levels of technical proficiency.

Key responsibilities include:

• Serve as the first point of contact for employees, applicants, and visitors entering the HR office
• Assist with onboarding activities, including collecting employment documentation and guiding new hires through required processes
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements such as screenings, verifications, and scheduling related onboarding appointments
• Support recruiting efforts through interview coordination, applicant communication, and tracking candidate information
• Maintain accurate employee records and assist with electronic and paper file management
• Perform data entry, document scanning, and HR system updates
• Assist employees with HR-related forms, record updates, and general inquiries
• Answer and direct incoming calls and correspondence for the HR department
• Prepare onboarding materials, new hire packets, and employment-related documentation
• Support compliance reporting, audits, and additional administrative projects as needed
• Provide general clerical and operational support to the HR team

Qualifications include:

• 1-2+ years of human resources & administrative support experience required
• Fluency in Spanish is required
• Previous experience supporting onboarding, recruiting coordination, or employee documentation preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Experience with ADP or HRIS systems is a plus
• High level of professionalism and ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Calm, patient, dependable, and team-oriented demeanor
• High School Diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Additional details include:

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Type: Contract-to-Hire
• Location: Fully onsite in Montgomery Village, MD with potential future worksite in Bethesda, MD
• Start Date: Immediate opening

Perks include:

• Collaborative and supportive HR team environment
• Opportunity to gain hands-on HR experience within a mission-driven organization
• Stable full-time schedule with strong work-life balance culture
• Training and mentorship available for candidates looking to grow within HR
• Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent hire