Human Resources Coordinator

MPR Associates; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MPR Associates in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to support HR processes, ensuring a seamless employee experience. You will assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, and benefits administration in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree, 2-4 years experience in HR, and excellent organizational skills. This is a full-time position offering opportunities for professional growth in various HR functions.

Qualifications

• Two (2) to four (4) years of human resources and/or administrative experience preferred.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing job descriptions and scheduling interviews.
• Support all aspects of onboarding for new employees.
• Coordinate training and maintain records in the learning management system.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Experience with Human Resources Information System

Exceptional attention to detail

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field

Tools

Human Resources Information System

Applicant Tracking System

Learning Management System

Job description

Human Resources Coordinator

Job Locations: US-VA-Alexandria

Overview

The Human Resources Coordinator is a key member of MPR's Human Resources team and will serve as a primary point of contact for employees who need general support. We are a highly collaborative, fast‑paced environment. This individual will have the opportunity to work across the organization to provide support and grow their expertise in several functional areas: recruiting and onboarding, training and development, benefits administration, employee engagement, HRIS administration, and HR operations.

In this role, you will help keep HR processes organized, accurate, compliant, and employee focused. You will work closely with external and internal teams to support a smooth employee experience from offer acceptance through the full employee lifecycle. This position is a strong fit for someone who enjoys organization, technology, customer service, process improvement, and learning how human resources operates in a professional services and federal contractor environment.

This position is a great opportunity for an individual that wants to experience all areas of human resources and develop into a generalist. The ideal candidate will have a high degree of confidentiality, accuracy, independent judgment, and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting: Assist with developing job descriptions, scheduling interviews and compiling interview packages, supporting the campus recruiting program, as well as coordinating candidate travel.
• Onboarding: Support all aspects of onboarding for all employees, including documentation processing, orientation planning, and coordination of arrival logistics with exceptional attention to detail.
• Training and Development: Coordinate training and maintain records in the learning management system.
• Benefits: Support and assist with the administration of benefit programs.
• Employee Engagement: Partner with the team to plan and execute employee morale events and other corporate‑sponsored activities throughout the year.
• Policies/Compliance: Assist in maintaining policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
• HR Operations: Provide general administrative support, including assisting with the maintenance of files, updating information in systems, maintaining spreadsheets, and updating forms and departmental lists.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Two (2) to four (4) years of human resources and/or administrative experience with an interest in a career in human resources preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Location: Alexandria VA (HQ)
• Position Type: Full-time, non‑exempt

Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with a Human Resources Information System or Applicant Tracking System preferred.
• Experience with a Learning Management System is a plus.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to deliver exceptional service to employees through timely, empathetic, and accurate resolution of inquiries.
• Persistent, questioning attitude and the ability to accept that in others.
• Ability to multi‑task across teams of engineers and managers on various projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functional teams.
• Ability to accept and grow from constructive feedback.
• Motivated to expand skills and knowledge, as well as tackle new problems and take on new responsibilities.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.
• Solution‑oriented with a goal of enabling our client's success.

MPR Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, who participates in EVerify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other classification as required by applicable laws. MPR is a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employer.