HR Assistant

Description We are looking for a dependable and detail‑oriented Human Resources (HR) Assistant to join our team! This role helps keep HR operations running smoothly by managing incoming calls, coordinating correspondence, supporting administrative processes, and maintaining accurate employee records. Why Join Us? Be part of a collaborative, mission‑driven team that supports 800+ County employees. Gain hands‑on HR experience across recruitment, benefits, employee relations, and compliance. Work in an environment where your organizational skills and efficiency make a direct impact. Core Hours Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM What You’ll Do Provide administrative support for HR programs, policies, and procedures. Serves as the primary point of contact for the HR Department by managing incoming calls, correspondence, shared inbox communications, and routine inquiries. Processes, maintains, and updates confidential employee records, personnel documentation, and HR systems. Supports employee onboarding by preparing new hire materials, assisting with orientation, and creating employee identification badges. Assists with benefits administration, employment verifications, records management, and document retention processes. Coordinates departmental activities, maintains office operations, manages supplies, and supports special projects as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned. What We’re Looking For High school diploma or GED equivalent required. One year of clerical or administrative professional office experience handling sensitive information and documentation is required. Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to multitask and stay organized. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook & Teams) and other CRM and HRIS software systems. Supplemental Information Environmental Demands: Heated and air‑conditioned office. To learn more about Frederick County, Virginia employee benefits, please visit the following webpage: All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities. Frederick County Virginia Government is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The County’s EEO Utilization Report is available at There are a wide variety of benefits available to Frederick County employees. These benefits include: health, dental, vision, life insurance, optional life and disability plans, flexible spending account for health care, dependent care assistance program, an employee assistance program and a deferred compensation program. Please click here to view our Frederick County Employee Benefits information page with full details on all insurance plans offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr