HR Associate

Job description

Human Resources Associate (Volunteer)

Company: A Free Bird

Location: Fully Remote

Commitment: 5-10 Hours Per Week | Minimum 3+ Month Commitment

Position Type: Volunteer / Unpaid Position

About A Free Bird

A Free Bird is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides Arts Education to children affected by cancer through creative programs and services, both in person and online. Our talented Art Educators help children explore their creative side through a range of mediums, such as art, music, acting, writing, and singing. They are encouraged to find an art form that appeals to them, then receive tuition, materials, and guidance. Creativity gives children the inspiration to fight their disease, provides a vital outlet for self-expression, and brings profound physical and mental health benefits.

About the Role

A Free Bird is seeking a motivated and organized Human Resources Associate to support the Human Resources Department with recruitment, onboarding, and administrative operations. This role is ideal for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit HR, talent acquisition, and volunteer coordination within a collaborative remote environment.

The HR Associate will work closely with HR leadership and department managers to support recruitment efforts, improve communication between teams, and help maintain efficient HR processes across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and onboard new volunteers and team members
• Schedule and participate in interviews with applicants
• Review and evaluate resumes based on job descriptions and department needs
• Post and update job openings across online platforms
• Assist with onboarding documentation and orientation processes
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with team members across departments
• Communicate with department leaders regarding hiring needs and candidate progress
• Maintain organized recruitment trackers, spreadsheets, and HR records
• Conduct research related to recruitment strategies, HR practices, and organizational needs
• Assist with administrative tasks and special HR projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment
• Interest in Human Resources, recruitment, nonprofit operations, or organizational development
• Comfortable using Google Workspace and Microsoft Office tools
• Strong attention to detail and professionalism
• Ability to multitask and manage responsibilities efficiently
• 1+ years of HR experience

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in Human Resources and nonprofit operations
• Experience with recruitment, onboarding, and volunteer coordination
• Opportunity to work with a mission-driven and collaborative team
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
• Flexible remote work environment

Commitment Expectations:

To help our teams collaborate effectively, all volunteers are expected to:

• Commit at least 3 months
• Contribute approximately 5-10 hours per week
• Attend our 30-minute virtual team meetings every Tuesday and Thursday
• Communicate proactively and work collaboratively with fellow volunteers

We're looking for individuals who are excited to grow with the team and can consistently participate in our weekly meetings.

Our Culture

At A Free Bird, we believe our volunteers are family.

We foster a friendly, collaborative, and positive environment where volunteers support one another, learn together, and work toward one shared mission: helping children with cancer discover hope through creativity.

We're passionate about using technology to improve how we serve our community and continuously innovate the way nonprofits operate.

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Your resume

We welcome passionate and motivated individuals who are excited to support a meaningful mission while developing valuable Human Resources experience.