Recruitment & Onboarding HR Assistant (Remote-friendly)

JobAps; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a dedicated HR support professional to manage recruitment and personnel program activities for the Child Support Administration. The role requires handling documentation, interviewing, orientation, and coordinating background checks while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Strong written and oral communication skills are essential. You will work with the HR Office/CSA to support the agency and ensure timely, compliant personnel actions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of general clerical or administrative support experience.
• Paraprofessional personnel experience involving HR actions preferred; substitutions allowed for military service in HR fields.

Responsibilities

• Handles recruitment activities for the agency and submits notices via JobAps.
• Screens applicants and assists in conducting interviews; maintains employment records.
• Conducts new employee orientation; coordinates background checks per state and federal requirements.
• Lollows up with internal staff, agencies and officials to disseminate HR information.

Skills

Clerical support

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a dedicated HR support professional to manage recruitment and personnel program activities for the Child Support Administration. The role requires handling documentation, interviewing, orientation, and coordinating background checks while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Strong written and oral communication skills are essential. You will work with the HR Office/CSA to support the agency and ensure timely, compliant personnel actions.