Human Resources Specialist (Federal Contract)

Human Resources Specialist (Federal Contract) Contact 1 - 5.0 Washington, DC Job Details Contract $35 - $45 an hour 14 hours ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree HR compliance Attention to detail Human resources Personnel administration Organizational skills Productivity software Full Job Description Our client is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to provide high-level administrative and HR operational support for a one-year government contract position (with possibility of extension). The role works closely with leadership and internal teams to coordinate personnel processes, support reporting requirements, and help ensure smooth day-to-day administrative operations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and experience supporting federal HR processes, government agencies, or government contractors. This is a hybrid position that requires candidates to be in the office 2 days per week. Responsibilities of the Human Resources Specialist includes: Prepare and process personnel action requests and coordinate related documentation with payroll and HR systems Assist staff with leave requests, time and attendance submissions, and general HR system support Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparation of new hire documentation and coordination with internal teams Assist with drafting and maintaining position descriptions and supporting classification documentation Provide administrative support to senior leadership and program teams Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and HR policies Coordinate personnel-related reporting and documentation required by federal oversight agencies Assist with annual audit processes by compiling and providing required HR documentation Support compliance reporting and submissions related to workplace regulations and employment policies Requirements of the

Human Resources Specialist:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience 3+ years of experience in human resources operations, HR administration, or personnel management support Strong understanding of HR administrative processes and workforce documentation Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR or administrative systems Experience supporting federal HR processes, government agencies, or government contractors

Pay:

$35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20024