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Human Resources Specialist

HOUSING ADVOCACY VOCATIONAL AND EMP Gaithersburg, MD

Gaithersburg, MD

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$70k - $80k/yr Full time ADP Employee Records Employee Relations

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Job Description

Join a Maryland-based organization supporting individuals and families across the state, with a hands-on Human Resources role that helps build and run the day-to-day HR function. This position is based in Gaithersburg, MD (onsite) and supports employees throughout Maryland, with flexible work from home options available.

Responsibilities

You will help keep HR processes organized, compliant, and audit-ready while partnering across functions to support a growing services organization. Key responsibilities include:

Build and maintain organized, compliant HR processes and documentation
Manage employee personnel files and HR records, including routine personnel-file and compliance audits
Oversee recruiting from job posting through hire, including sourcing for DSPs, nurses, behavioral professionals, managers, and administrative staff
Manage applicants using ADP CareerPlug
Coordinate employee onboarding and pre-employment requirements
Maintain employee information in ADP RUN
Track background checks, credentials, licenses, certifications, and required training
Support employee relations by assisting with workplace concerns, investigations, corrective actions, and terminations
Assist managers with attendance and performance issues
Maintain HR policies, procedures, forms, and workflows
Support payroll, timekeeping, benefits, and employee status changes
Track HR metrics such as vacancies, turnover, onboarding, compliance, and related reporting
Collaborate closely with Program Operations, Training, Quality Assurance, Finance, and leadership

Requirements

Live in Montgomery County or the immediate surrounding area
Be able to report in person to Gaithersburg, Clarksburg, Silver Spring, and other locations as needed
Be comfortable meeting directly with employees for onboarding, employee relations, performance concerns, investigations, corrective actions, and other HR matters
HR at this organization is not intended to operate primarily by phone, email, or video
Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on Human Resources experience
Experience working in a small, growing, start-up, or developing organization
Experience independently managing multiple HR functions
Knowledge of Maryland and federal employment practices
Experience with recruiting, onboarding, personnel files, employee relations, performance management, and employee separations
Experience using HRIS, payroll, and applicant tracking systems
Strong organization, documentation, communication, and follow-through

Preferred Experience

Priority will be given to applicants with HR experience in Maryland DDA provider organizations, including regulated human-services environments. Related experience includes:

Intellectual and developmental disability services
Maryland DHS-related programs
Nonprofit / NGO organizations
Healthcare, behavioral health, residential or community-based services, and home care
Veterans / VA-related services
Other regulated human-services organizations
Maryland DDA provider experience is strongly preferred

Tools & Technologies

Strongly preferred: ADP RUN, ADP CareerPlug
Strongly preferred: Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, Excel

Salary: USD 70,000–79,800 per year.

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2mo ago

Human Resources Specialist

HOUSING ADVOCACY VOCATIONAL AND EMP Gaithersburg, MD

Gaithersburg, MD

2mo ago Closed

$31 - $41/hr Full time Benefits Administration Candidate Screening Employee Records

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 6, 2026).

Job Description

Housing Advocacy Vocational and Employment is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to join our team in Gaithersburg, MD. This onsite role supports a mission-driven organization by strengthening recruitment, employee relations, HR compliance, and coordination across payroll and finance.

Role Overview

The Human Resources Specialist partners with internal stakeholders to manage key HR functions, including full-cycle recruiting, benefits and compensation administration, employee relations support, and maintenance of HR records and databases. The position also contributes to employment compliance efforts and helps ensure HR processes align with federal and Maryland requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and onboarding.
Administer employee benefits, compensation, and HR policy compliance.
Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases in accordance with federal and state regulations.
Serve as a point of contact for employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance management support.
Support training and development initiatives to encourage employee growth and retention.
Ensure compliance with Maryland labor laws, including FMLA, ADA, and other applicable employment regulations.
Assist with payroll processing and coordinate with finance as needed.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
4+ years of experience in an HR generalist or HR specialist role.
Knowledge of federal and Maryland state employment laws and HR best practices.
Proficiency with HRIS systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a people-first mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
Experience in a nonprofit or social services environment is a plus.

Work Location

Gaithersburg, MD (onsite).

Compensation

USD 31 - 41 per hour.

Tools and Technologies

HRIS systems
Microsoft Office Suite

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