HR Director

The Ford Agency; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ford Agency is seeking a dedicated Payroll & Benefits Director for a stable national association based in downtown DC. You will oversee all benefits and compensation administration, biweekly payroll, and open enrollment, while serving as the sole HR presence in a small office.

Requirements include 5+ years in HR with benefits and payroll, expertise in ADP Workforce Now, and strong Excel skills. This role offers a clear growth path and a chance to shape HR in a compact, independent

Qualifications

• 5+ years of human resources experience, including benefits and payroll administration.
• Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now required.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to work independently in a solo HR function.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage all employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and flexible spending accounts.
• Process biweekly payroll and manage retirement benefits using ADP Workforce Now.
• Lead annual open enrollment and communicate benefits changes to staff.
• Prepare annual employee compensation and benefit analysis reports, as well as the annual and midyear HR and benefits budget reforecast.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and local leave laws, including FMLA, ADA, and the Sick Leave Act.
• Maintain employee records, personnel files, and HR policies and procedures.

Skills

HR experience

Payroll administration

Benefits administration

ADP Workforce Now

Excel

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Excel

Job description

The Ford Agency is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Director for a stable and successful national association based in downtown DC. This role manages all benefits and compensation administration, including biweekly payroll and open enrollment and offers a clear professional growth path. If you have strong ADP Workforce Now experience and are comfortable working independently as the sole HR presence in a small office, this could be a great opportunity for you!

Responsibilities Include:

• Administer and manage all employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and flexible spending accounts
• Process biweekly payroll and manage retirement benefits using ADP Workforce Now
• Lead annual open enrollment and communicate benefits changes to staff
• Prepare annual employee compensation and benefit analysis reports, as well as the annual and midyear HR and benefits budget reforecast
• Ensure compliance with Federal and local leave laws, including FMLA, ADA, and the Sick Leave Act
• Maintain employee records, personnel files, and HR policies and procedures

Qualifications Include:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5+ years of human resources experience, including benefits and payroll administration
• Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now required
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to work independently in a solo HR function

Compensation:

• $115,000 to $135,000 annually, DOE

Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.