Human Resource Assistant

Fairfax, Virginia, US on site Until 9/22/2026 First posted July 24, 2026 Last posted July 24, 2026
Job description

The HR Assistant provides critical administrative and operational support to Human Resource Generalist while contributing to XMStart’s 4C Strategic Imperatives. This role enhances efficiency, supports workforce capability, and ensures seamless coordination across HR processes.

Requirements

Administrative Support & Coordination: 

  • Schedule interviews, onboarding sessions, and HR meetings efficiently.
  • Make outbound calls to candidates, employees, and vendors.
  • Coordinate calendars and assist in managing HR priorities.
  • Support standardized, repeatable administrative processes that improve efficiency.

Data Entry & Records Management: 

  • Maintain and update employee records with accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Perform data entry into HRIS (ADP or similar systems).
  • Track onboarding documentation, compliance forms, and certifications.
  • Assist in payroll data preparation and validation.

Recruiting & Onboarding Support: 

  • Assist with job postings, candidate tracking, and interview coordination.
  • Communicate with candidates to ensure a positive and professional experience.
  • Support onboarding processes to help new hires integrate quickly and effectively.
  • Reinforce a welcoming, organized onboarding experience aligned with company culture.

Corporate Events & Engagement Support: 

  • Assist in coordination of company events, team-building activities, and outings.
  • Support logistics for the annual trip and internal engagement initiatives.
  • Help maintain strong participation and communication around events.

Required Skills & Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
  • Excellent communication and phone etiquette.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
  • Administrative or office support experience.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in HR, recruiting coordination, or office administration.
  • Familiarity with HR systems (ADP or other HRIS platforms).
  • Exposure to government contracting environments.

Benefits

What We Offer: 

  • A mission-driven environment focused on both individual and collective success. 
  • Opportunities for professional development to help you reach your career goals. 
  • Access to tools, mentorship, and resources tailored to elevate your proficiency and contributions. 
About this role

Summary

Provide administrative support for HR functions, onboarding, recruiting, and event coordination.

Job title

Human Resource Assistant

Experience level

entry level

Industry

professional services

Location requirements

Fairfax, VA; remote work possible

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

confidentialitycommunicationattention to detailMicrosoft Officeadministrative support

Preferred skills

HR systemsrecruiting coordinationoffice administrationgovernment contracting

Specializations

HR supportrecruiting coordinationoffice administration
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Fairfax, VA, USA

On-site City

Virginia Beach, VA, USA

Remote City