Description Robert Half currently has an excellent opportunity for a highly-skilled and hard-working Human Resources Assistant. The Human Resources Assistant will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks, including owning a number of different personnel related administrative tasks and providing clerical support to the HR department and employees regarding human resources related activities, policies, processes, and procedures. This opening is with an organization in the Herndon, Virginia area and is a long-term contract position.Major responsibilities- Partake in planning new employee orientation meetings- Use the internet to research potential customers- Manage employee database archives- Oversee office and administrative tasks Requirements - Approachable and appropriate demeanor when interacting with all levels of staff in a rapidly changing environment- Excellent oral and written communications skills- Expertise in Human Resources (HR) Administration- Comprehensive knowledge of ADP HRB- Familiar with office applications and software, as well as Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)- Prior experience handling confidential business matters and information with discretion- Eagerness to work independently as well as part of a team with flexibility and willingness to learn and take initiative on variety of tasks and projectsIf you are a self-starter who is passionate about supporting a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you! Contact us now - this position is available and will be staffed by the end of the week!. -Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/mobile) and get 1-tap apply, instant notifications for AI-matched jobs, and more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.4154. Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for US job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/ for more information. (C) 2022 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/terms-of-use) .