HR Administrator Jobs in Washington, DC

A HR Administrator is a crucial figure in the human resources industry, responsible for undertaking a range of administrative duties that support the smooth running of a HR department. Their tasks typically include maintaining employee records, managing HR documents such as employment contracts and recruitment documents, processing payroll, and carrying out initial screening of job applicants. They may also be asked to assist with disciplinary procedures, employee training, and benefits administration. They are often the first point of contact for HR-related queries from employees and external partners.

Key skills for a HR Administrator include strong organizational abilities, excellent attention-to-detail, and good communication skills. Proficiency in various HR software (HRIS or HRMS) as well as MS Office is also desirable. In terms of qualifications, a degree in human resources or business administration is often required, and certification such as PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional) can further enhance job prospects. Prior to becoming a HR Administrator, a person may have roles as a HR Assistant, Office Administrator or Payroll Clerk.

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Sudina Search, LLC

Payroll Administrator

Our client, a leader in their industry, is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their team. This role will focus on the accurate and efficient processing and certification of the company's...

FSA Federal

HR Business Partner / HR Generalist - Open to Candidates Nationwide

  • FSA Federal
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago
  • FSA Federal
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago

Support Open Enrollment and the administration of a variety of benefit, reward, and wellness programs....

Office Administrator

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities and all other employment laws and regulations....

Program Administrator

  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and...

Program Administrator

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment...

Systems Administrator (ServiceNow)

  • Fort Meade, MD (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Meade, MD (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Themis Insight solves difficult business, IT, and analytic problems by addressing the whole problem not just the symptoms using interdisciplinary approaches that are both practical and innovative....

Real Estate and Development Administrator (REPOST)

  • Largo, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Largo, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

After enrolling in the County's benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the...

ADP and ICMIS Administrator

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Piper Companies is seeking a hands-on HRIS Administrator to join their team in a full-time, fully remote opportunity. This is a contract to hire opportunity (conversion expected within 4-5 months)...

HR Business Partner, Senior Manager (Tech)

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

May include conducting investigations in response to Employee Relations issues and recommend/implement courses of action based on investigation results....

Remote Work

Contract Administrator

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Posting Summary Working Title: Contract Administrator Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III Role Code: 19013-FP FLSA: Nonexempt Pay Band: 03 Position Number: 280W1105 Agency: Northern VA Community...

Payroll Administrator/Specialist

  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago

Payroll Administrator/Specialist Precise Systems Yesterday Secret Unspecified Unspecified Reston, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) As a solutions-based company, Precise Systems is focused on innovation in...

Senior Administrator

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Job Title Senior Administrator Job Description Summary Job Description POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for providing support to management or fee-earner(s) as needed in an efficient and effective...

Senior System Administrator - SAP SuccessFactors

  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago

Applicants in the United States of America have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family & Medical Leave Act, Equal Opportunity Employment, Employee Polygraph Protection Act Qualtrics is committed...

Events Scheduling & Administrator Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Position Title: Events Scheduling & Administrator Manager Reports To: General Manager Salary: $65,000 Other Forms of Compensation: a vision for creating remarkable events FOOD FIRST. INSPIRED BY...

HR Business Partner / HR Generalist - Open to Candidates Nationwide

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago

Disseminates employee relations information/training....

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Salary for HR Administrator Jobs in Washington, DC

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.


Highest Education Level

HR Administrators in Washington, DC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.9%
Master's Degree
29.8%
Associate's Degree
7.5%
High School or GED
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Administrators in Washington, DC
4-6 years
50.9%
1-2 years
30.0%
2-4 years
7.8%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
6-8 years
4.6%
None
1.6%
10+ years
0.5%



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