HR Generalist

The Work-Life Group•Bethesda, MD

24d•$75,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Generalist will serve as a key point of contact for employees and managers, supporting recruitment efforts, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll backup support, and first-level employee relations guidance. This individual will work closely with leadership and operate under the guidance of a fractional Head of HR. This is a hybrid position requiring onsite presence in Bethesda, MD at least two days per week.

Requirements

Mandatory experience as an Administrator in the Rippling HRIS/payroll platform
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
HR Certification (i.e. professional certification issued by an organization like SHRM, HRCI, AIHR, etc.) such as PHR, SHRM-CP, etc.
4+ years of progressive HR experience, including full lifecycle recruiting in a government contracting environment
Prior experience supporting HR operations (onboarding, benefits administration and employee support) in a government contractor or defense industry environment strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
High level of professionalism, discretion, and customer service orientation
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with leadership
Experience recruiting for cleared or clearance-eligible positions

Nice To Haves

Exposure to federal contractor compliance requirements (OFCCP, EEO, FARS, DFARS, DCAA, etc.)
Experience supporting payroll processes as a backup or secondary administrator

Responsibilities

Manage full lifecycle recruitment for corporate and technical positions supporting government contracts
Partner with hiring managers to develop recruiting strategies and identify talent needs
Source candidates through job boards, networking, referrals, LinkedIn, and industry-specific recruiting channels
Coordinate and participate in job fairs, recruiting events, and talent attraction initiatives
Conduct candidate screening interviews and coordinate interview processes
Manage candidate communications and ensure a positive candidate experience
Maintain recruiting metrics and hiring pipeline reporting
Serve as a first point of contact for employee HR questions and day-to-day support needs
Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including orientation and new hire documentation
Assist employees with benefits-related questions and enrollment support
Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation
Ensure HR processes align with company policies and government contracting compliance requirements
Administer employee benefits programs and support annual open enrollment activities
Coordinate with external vendors and benefits providers as needed
Serve as backup support for payroll processing and payroll-related employee inquiries
Assist with HRIS maintenance, reporting, and data accuracy
Provide first-level support for employee relations matters and escalate complex issues appropriately
Support policy interpretation and consistent application of HR practices
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Assist with audits, reporting, and documentation related to government contracting requirements