Temporary HR & Recruiting Coordinator

Job Description

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid – Tuesdays and Wednesdays onsite)

Schedule: Approximately 30 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Pay: $32/hour

Duration: November 18 - December 24, 2026

This is a temporary, part-time position with an anticipated start date of November 18, 2026. Candidates must be available for the full assignment period.

The Choice is seeking an experienced HR & Recruiting Coordinator to provide temporary support to a nonprofit organization in Washington, DC. This is a short-term opportunity for an HR professional who is comfortable independently managing recruitment activities while also assisting with employee training, compliance tracking, and general HR administration.

The ideal candidate will have previous nonprofit HR experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to jump into a busy HR department with minimal training.

Responsibilities:

• Support multiple active recruitment processes, including reviewing resumes, screening applicants, coordinating interviews, and communicating with candidates.
• Maintain accurate applicant records and track recruitment activity using the organization's applicant tracking system.
• Coordinate employee training initiatives, including scheduling sessions, tracking completion of required training, and following up with employees on outstanding requirements.
• Assist with year-end HR compliance activities, including tracking required employee acknowledgments and maintaining documentation.
• Provide general administrative support for HR processes, records, and reporting.
• Communicate professionally with candidates, employees, and internal stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Help prioritize and complete time-sensitive HR projects ahead of year-end deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in human resources, with demonstrated hands-on recruitment and HR administrative experience.
• Experience working in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization strongly preferred.
• Experience reviewing resumes, conducting initial candidate screenings, and coordinating interviews.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems; Taleo experience is a plus.
• Experience with Paychex or similar HR/payroll platforms is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Comfortable working with confidential employee and applicant information.
• Available to begin as soon as possible and commit to the assignment through December 24.
• Able to work onsite in Washington, DC, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.