Human Resources Assistant Remote / Telecommute Jobs

Description The HR Specialist provides human resources and payroll support for a government program - ensuring compliance with federal regulations, agency policies, and contractual requirements. This role supports the full employee lifecycle in a fast-paced environment and works closely with employes, managers, and program leadership to maintain accurate records, adapt to evolving directives, and support positive employee engagement. The position also supports payroll-related functions and high-volume employee inquiries. Key Responsibilities: • Support onboarding and offboarding processes in accordance with government and agency-specific requirements • Maintain, verify, and audit personnel records to ensure accuracy and compliance • Assist with timekeeping, payroll processing support, and benefits administration in accordance with government policies • Demonstrate working knowledge of payroll systems to review, validate, and resolve payroll-related issues - and play a role in the triaging of these tickets. • Respond effectively to shifting priorities, changing policies, and updated government directives • Collaborate with program leadership on employee engagement initiatives and workforce planning • Track and document HR actions within government and internal HR systems Qualifications: • Active Top Secret Clearance Required • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience) • 2+ years of employee/candidate engagement experience. • Strong knowledge of HR policies, compliance, and records management • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities • Demonstrated adaptability to changing policies, procedures, and directives • High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion Preferred Qualifications: • Knowledge of government HR and payroll systems, platforms, and reporting tools • Payroll experience, including use of payroll systems and resolving employee pay inquiries • Experience supporting government programs or contracts • Experience working in a high-volume, compliance-driven environment Apply tot his job