HR Representative Jobs in District of Columbia

A Human Resources (HR) Representative plays a vital role in the HR industry. They are responsible for managing and coordinating various HR functions, such as recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training and development. They are also involved in policy development and implementation, as well as ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations. They serve as a link between management and employees, and are often tasked with resolving any work-related issues or disputes to maintain a positive working environment.

Important skills for a HR Representative include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and knowledge of HR practices and employment laws. They should also have strong organizational skills and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially. A Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration or a related field is generally required. Professional certifications such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) can further enhance their credibility and career prospects. Prior to becoming a HR Representative, individuals may have roles such as HR Assistant, HR Coordinator, or HR Generalist.

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Human Resources Generalist

  • LSG Sky Chefs
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 hours ago

laws; handles employee relations issues and recruiting at local unit....

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Supervisory HR Specialist (Compensation)

  • US Government Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 hours ago

Apply Supervisory HR Specialist (Compensation) Office of Personnel Management Federal Talent Management Center (FTMC), Employee Services and Records Management (ESRM) Apply Print Share Save...

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Human Resources Generalist

  • Spire
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 hours ago

Working knowledge of U.S. employment law and HR compliance requirements. High degree of accuracy in maintaining employee documentation and HR data....

Hybrid

Human Resources Specialist

  • Treasury, Departmental Offices
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 hours ago

This position is located at Departmental Offices,Management CFO - DAS Human Resources and CHCO. As a/an Human Resources Specialist, you will be responsible for a full range of Department-wide...

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Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Chief, Executive Services Unit)

  • Immigration and Customs Enforcement
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 hours ago

View Common Definitions of terms found in this announcement. Organizational Location: This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement,...

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Supervisory Human Resources Specialist

  • Department of State - Agency Wide
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 hours ago

This position is located in the Bureau of Human Resources, Office of Talent Services, Client Services Division, Recruitment and Staffing Branch (HR/TS/CLI/RS). The Office of Talent Services...

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Human Resources Specialist

  • Department of State - Agency Wide
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 hours ago

This position is in the Bureau of Human Resources, Office of Employee Relations, Manager Support Unit (HR/ER/MSU) which provides consultative and policy advice to senior Department officials, managers...

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Senior HR Generalist (Benefits)

  • Monex USA
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Senior HR Generalist (Benefits) Location: Washington, D.C.; Hybrid (3 Days in office, after 90 Days in-person) Status: Full-time; Exempt Reports to: Head of Human Resources Typical Work Hours:...

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Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment And Placement)

  • Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is ranked within the top 5 mid-size agencies as a "Best Place to Work" in the Federal government! This HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (RECRUITMENT AND...

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Human Resources Specialist (Employee Relations)

  • Veterans Affairs, Inspector General
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

AND Interpreting regulations, policies and procedures governing Employee Relations, RAs, and performance management programs to provide advisement to management officials....

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Supervisory Human Resources Specialist

  • Washington D.C.
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

General Job Information Job Summary This position is in the District of Columbia, Department of For Hire Vehicles (DFHV), Office of Human Resources. The mission of the Department of For-Hire...

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Supervisory HR Specialist (Compensation)

  • Office of Personnel Management
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Join the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Shared Service Center! We're looking for talented professionals to help deliver solutions that support federal agencies nationwide. As a...

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HR Generalist

  • Addison Group
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

relations, benefits administration, and HR operations Familiarity with employment law basics including FMLA, ADA, and FLSA Experience using HRIS and ATS platforms such as ADP, Paylocity, or similar...

Hybrid

Human Resources Specialist

  • Department of Defense
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Job Requirements pentagon arlington, VA Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified Salary not specified Join Premium to unlock estimated salaries Job Description Duties Develops CHR...

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Human Resources Specialist

  • VHA Central Office - Human Capital Management
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

This position serves as a Human Resources Specialist in the Office of Executive Resources and Staffing (ERS), Workforce Management and Consulting (WMC) within the Veterans Health Administration...

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Demographic Data for District of Columbia

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Salary for HR Representative Jobs in District of Columbia

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


Highest Education Level

HR Representatives in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.5%
Master's Degree
28.7%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Representatives in District of Columbia
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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