HR Front Desk & Records Operations Coordinator

Howard County Government; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Great benefits

Job summary

Howard County Government seeks a detail-oriented Administrative and Office Support professional for the Office of Human Resources. The role supports HR files, payroll, benefits, and applicant processing in a fast-paced public sector environment.

You will handle receptionist duties, maintain confidential HR records, and coordinate meetings and events, contributing to workforce excellence and excellent customer service for departments, employees, and applicants.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with good attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Responsibilities

• Performs receptionist duties; responds to inquiries and routes calls/emails appropriately.
• Maintains HR files, records, and documentation with confidentiality.
• Enters, stores, and retrieves data from HR systems (e.g., ADP payroll, benefits platforms).
• Maintains logs and prepares basic operational reports; files and retrieves materials.
• Assists with payroll and timekeeping, processes timesheets, and handles leave reconciliations.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Howard County Government seeks a detail-oriented Administrative and Office Support professional for the Office of Human Resources. The role supports HR files, payroll, benefits, and applicant processing in a fast-paced public sector environment.

You will handle receptionist duties, maintain confidential HR records, and coordinate meetings and events, contributing to workforce excellence and excellent customer service for departments, employees, and applicants.