HR Generalist Job at Addison Group in Gaithersburg

Job Title: HR Generalist

Industry: Non-Profit / Union-Based Organization

Location: Rockville, MD

Assignment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Pay: $25 – $28/hour depending on experience (approx. $65–70k upon conversion)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM | 5 days onsite

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

About Our Client

Our client is a large non-profit pension and benefits fund supporting thousands of participants nationwide. Their mission is to provide long-term financial security for employees and retirees through strong benefits programs and reliable services.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented HR Generalist to join their Human Resources team. This role will support a variety of HR functions, including high-volume recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, employee inquiries, and event planning. The ideal candidate thrives in a process-driven environment, communicates effectively at all levels, and maintains composure under pressure.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment efforts, including job postings, agency coordination, resume screening, interview scheduling, background checks, and candidate communications.
• Lead onboarding and orientation programs for new hires and temporary staff.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions regarding HR policies, benefits, and leave administration.
• Reconcile monthly benefit invoices and transmit payroll/salary updates as needed.
• Plan and coordinate employee engagement events such as appreciation days, holiday parties, and monthly gatherings.
• Maintain personnel files and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment regulations.
• Support HR communications, including newsletter content and policy updates.
• Assist with reporting, compliance filings (ACA, EEO), and offboarding procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2–5+ years of HR experience (recruiting, onboarding, event planning, administrative HR tasks).
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; comfortable working in highly process-driven environments.
• Soft Skills: Highly organized, polished, approachable, reliable, and calm under pressure with excellent communication skills.
• Education: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred.
• Industry Background: Non-profit and/or union-related experience is a plus.

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.”

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