Service Year Option - HR Assistant

Meritus Health • Hagerstown, MD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The HR Assistant supports the Human Resources department by performing administrative, recruitment, and onboarding tasks. This role assists with hiring processes, employee records, and day-to-day HR operations while ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and efficient coordination across the organization.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Maryland resident
• Individuals eligible for the Maryland Service Year Program (generally ages 18–24)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication (written and verbal)
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage confidential information
• Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities
• Proficiency in office systems and administrative tools

Nice To Haves

• Previous HR experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment activities, including scheduling interviews and coordinating hiring processes
• Assist with onboarding tasks such as preparing materials and processing new hire paperwork
• Generate offer and reference request letters
• Coordinate career fairs, open houses, and recruitment events
• Respond to employment verifications, reference requests, and other HR inquiries
• Maintain and update HR records, reports, and documentation
• Assist with vendor coordination, scheduling, and departmental logistics
• Support team projects and record meeting minutes as needed

Benefits

• Health insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Dental insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one
• 401k plan
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Shift differential for evening, night, or weekend shifts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED