HR Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: HR Generalist

Industry: Nonprofit / Professional Organization

Location (city, state): Washington, DC (Hybrid)

Assignment Type: Contract-to-Hire (initial contract with potential conversion based on performance and business needs)

Pay: $30–$34/hr (depending on experience)

Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week

In-office Monday, Tuesday & Thursday; hybrid schedule on remaining days

Hours: 8:30 AM–5:30 PM or 9:00 AM–5:30 PM (30–60 min unpaid lunch options)

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a mission-driven nonprofit organization focused on advancing community access to education, economic opportunity, health resources, and civic engagement through advocacy, research, and community-based initiatives. The organization also collaborates with a national network of partners to help expand access to essential services and programs.

Job Description:

Addison Group is seeking an HR Generalist for our client to support day-to-day human resources operations within a collaborative, fast-paced environment. This role plays a key part in ensuring smooth HR processes across onboarding, recruiting coordination, benefits support, payroll assistance, and HR systems administration. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable supporting multiple HR functions simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Lifecycle Support

• Coordinate onboarding activities including new hire paperwork, compliance forms, and benefits enrollment within HR systems
• Support offboarding processes including exit coordination and benefits transition steps
• Partner with managers to ensure timely completion of onboarding requirements and employee documentation
• Maintain employee records, organizational charts, and HR system updates

Recruiting & Scheduling Support

• Coordinate interview scheduling and candidate communications using an applicant tracking system
• Support recruiting team with job postings and interview logistics
• Assist with managing candidate availability and interview coordination
• Provide onsite support for candidate interviews as needed

Benefits Administration Support

• Respond to employee questions related to benefits eligibility and enrollment
• Assist with open enrollment and ongoing benefits program administration
• Support leave of absence tracking and documentation in coordination with HR leadership
• Process benefits-related invoices and administrative tasks

HR Systems & Data Management

• Maintain and update employee data within HR systems (e.g., ADP Workforce Now or similar)
• Process employee changes including role updates, compensation adjustments, and status changes
• Support system accuracy through audits, reporting, and data validation
• Assist with process improvements and system enhancements

Payroll Support

• Assist in preparing payroll-related documentation for HR leadership review
• Partner with Finance to ensure accurate payroll processing and updates
• Track employee changes impacting payroll and compensation

General HR Support

• Support HR events, trainings, meetings, and employee engagement activities
• Assist with virtual meeting coordination and webinar setup (e.g., Zoom)
• Provide general administrative and operational HR support as needed
• Help manage invoices, tracking logs, and internal HR documentation

Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years of HR Generalist or HR Operations experience
• Experience supporting onboarding, recruiting coordination, and HR administration
• Familiarity with HR systems such as ADP Workforce Now and applicant tracking systems (Greenhouse or similar)
• Strong Microsoft Office and document management skills (SharePoint experience preferred)
• Experience transitioning HR processes from paper-based to digital systems strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Spanish language skills a plus
• SHRM certification a plus

Additional Details:

• Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential conversion based on performance and business needs
• Start date: June 29
• Interview process: virtual screening followed by in-person panel interview
• Team size: 3-person HR team
• Target salary upon conversion: $65,000–$70,000 annually
• Supports HR team restructuring and operational expansion
• Strong emphasis on collaboration, organization, and process support

Perks:

• Hybrid work schedule with structured in-office collaboration days
• Exposure to a mission-driven, high-impact nonprofit environment
• Opportunity to support a wide range of HR functions and grow professionally
• Hands-on experience across HR operations, systems, and employee lifecycle management

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.