HR Representative Jobs in Maryland

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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Wallace Montgomery

HR Generalist

Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance....

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HR Specialist (Workday), People Analytics

  • FINRA
  • Rockville, MD
  • 6 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD
  • 6 hours ago

If you need a disability-related accommodation for completing the application process, please contact FINRAs Employee Relations team at ... or by email at .......

Hybrid

Employee Experience Officer - Human Resources

  • WesBanco
  • Bowie, MD
  • 7 hours ago
  • Bowie, MD
  • 7 hours ago

Manages resignation processes, conduct exit interviews, and evaluate counteroffer strategies when appropriate....

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Human Resources Generalist of Transportation

  • Perdue Farms, Inc
  • Salisbury, MD
  • 10 hours ago
  • Salisbury, MD
  • 10 hours ago

As a Human Resources Generalist of Transportation, you will play a key role in supporting recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, and HR compliance while serving as a trusted...

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Human Resources Associate (TE)

  • Maryland Department of Transportation
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 15 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 15 hours ago

MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION Human Resources Associate (TE) (HR Associate, 1710) This is a temporary employment (TE) opportunity, one-year employment. Are you ready to take on a career where...

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HR Generalist

  • Randstad
  • Lutherville Timonium, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Lutherville Timonium, MD
  • 1 day ago

Monitor employment law compliance, track department data, and utilize HR systems to provide actionable internal insights....

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Retiree Insurance Specialist (Human Resource Specialist I), Grade N18

  • Montgomery County (MD)
  • Rockville, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockville, MD
  • 1 day ago

Please note that this role will be filled as a Retiree Insurance Specialist (Human Resources Specialist I, Grade N18). Please note: The salary range above represents this positions earning...

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Senior Human Resources Specialist

  • Citizenship and Immigration Services
  • Camp Springs, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Camp Springs, MD
  • 1 day ago

Protect your homeland and defend your culture. Join USCIS, America's frontline defense against illegal foreign infiltration and fraud. As a Senior Human Resources Specialist, you will interpret HR...

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Human Resources Specialist

  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing
  • Columbia, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 1 day ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provides administrative support for the day-to-day operations in the following functional areas: benefits, employee relations, talent acquisitions, learning &...

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HR Specialist

  • The GEO Group
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago

Good working knowledge and familiarity with HR concepts, practices, procedures, and basic employment laws required. Experience working with an HR Information System preferred....

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Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Chief, Training, Quality Assurance & Data Analytics)

  • Veterans Benefits Administration
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago

The HCS Training, QA, & Data Analytics Chief serves as the alter ego to the Training Deputy and provides guidance and recommendations for the implementation of training initiatives nationwide on...

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HR Generalist, Office of SMD Operations

  • FTI Consulting, Inc.
  • Bowie, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Bowie, MD
  • 4 days ago

Who We Are FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world's top multinational corporations, law firms, banks...

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Human Resources Generalist - Bilingual

  • Chefs Warehouse
  • Laurel, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Laurel, MD
  • 5 days ago

Start training in all areas of the HR Generalist Function- benefits, worker's compensation, safety, employee relations, compliance, and employee relations. Start to understand how to source data....

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Supervisory Human Resources Specialist

  • Air Force Review Boards Agency
  • Andrews AFB, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Andrews AFB, MD
  • 5 days ago

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. Please refer to Duties Section for Position Summary. In order to...

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Human Resources Generalist

  • Aston Carter
  • Edgewood, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Edgewood, MD
  • 5 days ago

Provide functional support for staffing requirements, onboarding, promotions, salary changes, and exit interviews....

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HR Representative Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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HR professionals look after the greatest creators of value (and risk) in organisations: their people. On this five-week course, youll be introduced to the practice of HR, and develop essential...
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Salary for HR Representative Jobs in Maryland

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


Highest Education Level

HR Representatives in Maryland 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 Maryland
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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