Job Title: HR Generalist

Location: Hybrid (Washington DC)

Industry: Nonprofit / Human Rights Advocacy

Pay: $28-32/hr

Type: Contract (4-5 months)

Hours: 37.5 hrs/week

Background Check: Required

About Our Client

Our client is a nonprofit organization dedicated to human rights advocacy. They are seeking a temporary HR Generalist to provide support while their HR lead is on maternity leave. This role is ideal for an experienced HR professional who thrives in a mission-driven environment.

Job Description

This fully remote contract role will run for approximately 4.5 months. The HR Generalist will be responsible for managing payroll, benefits, onboarding/offboarding, and compliance-related HR tasks to ensure a seamless transition during the leave period.

Key Responsibilities

• Payroll Administration: Process bi-weekly payroll for 50+ employees, maintain the timekeeping system, track leave balances, and set up new hires in ADP.
• Onboarding & Offboarding: Follow established templates to ensure smooth employee transitions.
• FMLA & Disability Administration: Manage leave requests and process related documentation.
• Benefits Administration: Assist employees with benefits-related questions and ensure accurate processing of changes.
• Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate and confidential personnel records.
• Recruitment Support: Assist in hiring 1-2 employees during the assignment, including screening candidates and scheduling interviews.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience: 4+ years as an HR Generalist, preferably in a small nonprofit organization.
• Systems Proficiency: ADP and Microsoft Office experience required.
• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, ability to multitask, and a “no task too small” mindset.
• Availability: Must be available for an interview the week of 3/24 and committed through September.
  
  

Perks

• Competitive pay opportunity
• Quick, one-and-done interview process
• Gain valuable experience in a mission-driven organization
  
  

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.