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Posted August 18, 2026
Robert Half

HR Generalist

Mitchellville, MD 20721-2734, US Contract
Compensation: $25.65 to $29.70 Hourly

We are looking for an HR Generalist to support day-to-day human resources activities and help create a well-organized, employee-focused workplace. This contract position offers the opportunity to transition into a permanent role and is ideal for someone who can balance administrative responsibilities, employee support, and compliance-related tasks with sound judgment and discretion. The role will contribute to onboarding, records management, HR communication, and coordination across internal teams and external partners while helping the department operate efficiently.

Responsibilities:
• Support daily HR operations by organizing documentation, coordinating departmental activities, and assisting with routine administrative needs.
• Maintain accurate employee records across physical files and HR information systems while safeguarding confidential data.
• Prepare employment-related letters, policy updates, verifications, and other HR correspondence as requested.
• Review personnel files on a regular basis to confirm required documents are complete, current, and properly stored.
• Coordinate calendars, meetings, training sessions, and related logistics, including room arrangements, materials, and equipment setup.
• Respond to common questions from employees and candidates regarding policies, benefits, and hiring procedures, escalating complex matters when needed.
• Serve as a point of contact for vendors and assist with invoices, office supply management, bulletin board updates, and workplace service requests.
• Manage onboarding activities by preparing materials for new employees, facilitating orientation, processing background checks, and coordinating identification badges and access passes.
• Assist with recruitment and offboarding processes, including scheduling exit interviews and supporting broader HR projects and process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Experience supporting human resources functions such as employee relations, HR administration, onboarding, and benefits coordination.
• Working knowledge of HRIS platforms and the ability to maintain accurate employee data and documentation.
• Strong understanding of confidentiality standards and the ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, schedules, and detailed records.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with employees, candidates, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to interpret and apply standard HR policies, procedures, and compliance-related requirements.
• Proficiency with general office and administrative tasks, including document preparation, meeting coordination, and invoice tracking.

Compensation

$25.65-$29.70 Hourly

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