People Operations & Office Manager

Addison Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Potential permanent role

HR operations exposure

Office management exposure

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a People Operations & Office Manager in Washington, DC, to support employee experience, recruiting coordination, and daily office operations. The role blends HR with administrative duties and requires strong organization and proactive communication.

The ideal candidate will manage onboarding, records, benefits coordination, and interviews, collaborating with hiring managers and external HR partners. Hybrid work Tuesday–Friday on-site, with Monday remote.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in People Operations, HR coordination, recruiting coordination, office management, or a related administrative role.
• Experience with onboarding, offboarding, benefits coordination, employee records, and recruiting support.
• Government contracting or defense industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with federal contracting environments and defense-related organizations is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience with task management platforms, such as Trello, is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a friendly, professional approach to employee and candidate interactions.
• Confidence communicating directly with executives and colleagues to obtain information and keep tasks moving forward.
• Proactive, resourceful, and dependable work style with strong follow-through.
• Ability to handle confidential employee and business information with discretion.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding, including employment documents, benefits enrollment, training, system access, and first-day preparations.
• Assist with employee offboarding and other lifecycle processes.
• Respond to routine employee questions and coordinate with external HR partners on benefits, leave administration, and compliance.
• Schedule interviews, communicate with candidates, and maintain timely follow-ups throughout the hiring process.
• Partner with hiring managers to coordinate recruiting activities and support internal hiring needs.
• Maintain accurate employee files, HR system information, and confidential documentation.
• Assist with performance review cycles, employee training, and compliance initiatives.
• Coordinate with external benefits and HR providers to facilitate enrollment and resolve routine issues.
• Oversee office logistics, including supply inventory, vendor communication, workspace organization, and facilities needs.
• Prepare workspaces, equipment, and system access for incoming employees.
• Help organize company events, employee engagement activities, and team culture initiatives.
• Provide scheduling, meeting coordination, and general administrative assistance as needed.
• Maintain task lists, calendars, and tracking systems to monitor deadlines and ensure assignments are completed.
• Follow up professionally with employees and executives to obtain outstanding information and reinforce deadlines.

Skills

People Operations

HR coordination

Recruiting coordination

Office management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

Trello

Job description

Job Title: People Operations & Office Manager

Industry: Government Contracting / Professional Services

Location (city, state): Washington, DC

Assignment Type: Contract-to-Hire (approximately 3 months, with potential for permanent conversion)

Pay: $26 - $29 / hour (depending on experience)

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM; hybrid schedule with on-site work Tuesday-Friday and remote work on Mondays. Flexible start and end times are available on in-office days, with core hours from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM.

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with our client, a growing professional services organization, to hire a People Operations & Office Manager. This individual will support employee experience, recruiting coordination, and daily office operations. The ideal candidate is organized, personable, and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring important tasks and deadlines stay on track.

Job Description:

The People Operations & Office Manager will play a key role in coordinating HR processes, assisting with internal recruiting, and maintaining efficient office operations. Responsibilities include managing onboarding activities, assisting employees with routine HR needs, coordinating interviews, maintaining employee records, and overseeing office logistics.

This position is well suited for someone who enjoys a combination of human resources and administrative responsibilities. The successful candidate will be approachable and engaging while also comfortable following up with employees and senior leadership to ensure projects move forward and nothing falls through the cracks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate new hire onboarding, including employment documentation, benefits enrollment, training, system access, and first-day preparations.
• Assist with employee offboarding and other employee lifecycle processes.
• Respond to routine employee questions and coordinate with external HR partners regarding benefits, leave administration, and compliance matters.
• Schedule interviews, communicate with candidates, and maintain timely follow-ups throughout the hiring process.
• Partner with hiring managers to coordinate recruiting activities and support internal hiring needs.
• Maintain accurate employee files, HR system information, and confidential documentation.
• Assist with performance review cycles, employee training, and required compliance initiatives.
• Coordinate with external benefits and HR providers to facilitate enrollment and resolve routine employee issues.
• Oversee office logistics, including supply inventory, vendor communication, workspace organization, and facilities needs.
• Prepare workspaces, equipment, and system access for incoming employees.
• Help organize company events, employee engagement activities, and team culture initiatives.
• Provide scheduling, meeting coordination, and general administrative assistance as needed.
• Maintain task lists, calendars, and tracking systems to monitor deadlines and ensure assignments are completed.
• Follow up professionally with employees and executives to obtain outstanding information, reinforce deadlines, and keep operational priorities on schedule.

Qualifications:

• 2-5 years of experience in People Operations, HR coordination, recruiting coordination, office management, or a related administrative role.
• Experience with onboarding, offboarding, benefits coordination, employee records, and recruiting support.
• Government contracting or defense industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with federal contracting environments and defense-related organizations is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience with task management platforms, such as Trello, is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a friendly, professional approach to employee and candidate interactions.
• Confidence communicating directly with executives and colleagues to obtain information and keep tasks moving forward.
• Proactive, resourceful, and dependable work style with strong follow-through.
• Ability to handle confidential employee and business information with discretion.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Additional Details:

• Contract-to-hire opportunity with the potential to transition to a permanent position, depending on performance and business needs.
• Hybrid work arrangement requiring on-site attendance in Washington, DC, Tuesday through Friday.
• The role combines HR coordination, recruiting support, and office management responsibilities.

Perks:

• Opportunity to contribute across multiple business functions within a growing organization.
• Exposure to recruiting, employee experience, HR operations, and office management.
• Variety in day-to-day responsibilities with opportunities to take ownership of processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Potential for permanent employment following the initial contract period.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.