HR Associate

advancedtechnologyandresearchcorporation; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Educational assistance

Paid vacation/holidays

Job summary

Advanced Technology and Research Corporation in Beltsville, MD is seeking an HR Associate to support growth in the HR functions. This permanent position is available on a full or part-time basis and located at our Beltsville/Konterra headquarters.

Responsibilities include posting job ads, resume screening, coordinating interviews, onboarding, and HR reporting. A Bachelor’s degree and HR experience are preferred, with Deltek CostPoint knowledge a plus. US citizenship is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in recruitment or HR functions preferred.
• Experience with HR software; Deltek CostPoint knowledge a plus.
• Experience in engineering/manufacturing environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage online job postings and responses.
• Screen resumes and coordinate with internal customers.
• Schedule and coordinate candidate interviews.
• Prepare hiring documentation and onboarding.
• Prepare recruitment status reports.
• Handle HR questions and requests for assistance.
• Assist in Federal and State HR compliance reporting.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Discretion

Technical term familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Deltek CostPoint

Job description

HR Associate

Location: Beltsville/Konterra, MD   Type: Full/Part Time   Min. Experience: Entry Level   Salary Range: $55,000-65,000 USD per year

Advanced Technology and Research Corporation is seeking to fill the following permanent position on a full or part‑time basis. ATR is an equal‑opportunity company of 150‑200 employees with a decades‑long reputation in various engineering and product specialties for the US Department of Defense, US Postal Service and commercial customers.

Salary for the position is competitive and according to qualifications. ATR offers a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical/Dental insurance, free long‑term and short‑term disability and basic life/ADD insurance, a 401(k) plan, educational assistance program, and starting paid Vacation, Holiday and Sick leave allowance of five weeks per year.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

ATR has a current opening for an HR Associate to support growth in the Company and its HR functions. This new position, located at our Beltsville/Konterra, MD headquarters will primarily focus on engineering staff recruitment, but will also include a variety of other HR duties according to the skills and experience of the applicant. The successful candidate will work closely and collaboratively with the incumbent HR Manager. Expected duties include:

• Preparation and management of online job postings and responses
• Resume screening and coordination with internal customers
• Scheduling and coordination of candidate interviews
• Preparation of hiring documentation and participation in new hire on‑boarding
• Preparation of recruitment status reports
• Handling employees’ HR questions and requests for assistance
• Participating in the preparation of Federal and State labor reports required for HR compliance

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience in recruitment or other HR functions
• Experience with software supporting HR functions; Deltek CostPoint ERP system knowledge is a plus
• Prior experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment; experience in the Federal Government environment is a plus
• Working knowledge of the HR legal landscape is desirable

Skills & Abilities Requirements

• Clear, precise, and professional oral and written communicator
• Attention to detail and confidentiality in all interactions
• Ability to familiarize oneself quickly with the technical terms relevant to our business
• Maintain a professional appearance

Other Requirements

• US citizenship is required
• Ability to pass a basic employment background check