HR Assistant
Content + Source + Freshness • 17 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value based on entry-level compensation and hands-on experience in HR within a supportive nonprofit environment.
- Hourly pay: $22–$25
- Gain hands-on HR experience in nonprofit
- Supportive team environment
- Entry-level position with limited long-term prospects
Pros
- Compensation range of $22–$25/hour is competitive for entry-level HR roles.
- Opportunity to gain practical experience in a nonprofit setting.
- Supportive work environment offering collaboration and mentorship.
Cons
- Contract role may lack long-term job security.
- Onsite requirement limits flexibility.
- Entry-level position may have limited upward mobility.
Who it's for
Entry-Level • Onsite / Full-time
Good fit
- HR novices eager to learn
- Candidates interested in nonprofit HR work
- Individuals with strong organizational abilities
Not recommended for
- Experienced HR professionals seeking advancement
- Job seekers desiring remote work options
- Candidates without a passion for HR
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Job Title: HR Assistant
Industry: Nonprofit
Location (city, state): Washington, DC (Fully Onsite)
Assignment Type: Contract | 3–5 months
Pay: $22 – $25/hour (commensurate with experience)
Additional Details: Standard business hours | Professional office setting
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
About Our Client:
Our client, a well-respected nonprofit organization in Washington, DC, is seeking a polished and organized HR Assistant to support their HR team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to gain hands-on HR experience.
Job Description:
We are seeking an HR Assistant to provide critical support to the HR department, handling a variety of administrative tasks while assisting with onboarding, offboarding, and promotion processes. This position requires a high level of organization, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a variety of administrative HR tasks, ensuring efficient department operations.
- Schedule meetings, oversee promotion processes, collect documentation, and send communications.
- Support onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure seamless employee transitions.
- Draft meeting agendas and record meeting minutes for HR-related meetings.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of HR administrative support experience
- Nonprofit experience is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with HRIS (Workday) preferred.
- Highly polished, organized, and able to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (equivalent experience considered).
Perks:
- Opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic HR environment.
- Work in a collaborative, professional nonprofit setting.
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.
