• Human Resources Assistant (part-time)

    Maryland Rural Development Corporation (Greensboro, MD)


    The Maryland Rural Development Corporation (MRDC) is a private non-profit organization that provides services in response to the needs of rural, low-income households and communities. MRDC serves as Caroline, Cecil, Harford and Kent Counties’ official Community Action Agency.

     

    The Human Resources Assistant is detail-oriented and motivated to support MRDC’s HR functions. This entry-level role will assist with recruitment, onboarding, employee record-keeping, and HR compliance. The Human Resources Assistant is passionate about education and nonprofit work, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a mission-driven team.

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Assist with job postings, resume screening, and scheduling interviews.

    • Coordinate new hire onboarding, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed.

    • Prepare offer letters, background checks, and orientation materials.

    • Maintain and update employee records in HR databases and personnel files.

    • Assist with benefits enrollment, payroll support, and timekeeping.

    • Answer employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.

    • Help coordinate training sessions, workshops, and employee engagement activities.

    • Ensure HR processes comply with labor laws and nonprofit regulations.

    • Assist with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

    • Support the HR team with administrative tasks, such as document preparation and data entry.

    • Assure that files are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained

    • Thinks, concentrates, and positively interacts with others

    • Comes to work promptly every day

    • Works under stress and meets all deadlines

    • OTHER DUTIES: (Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.) Performs related work as required or assigned.

    Terms of Employment:

    • Twelve (12) month; part-time position (25 hours per week)

    Compensation:

    • Starting at $20.00 per hour; Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

    Requirements

    Experience:

    • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

    • Ensure HR processes comply with labor laws and nonprofit regulations.

    • Support the HR team with administrative tasks, such as document preparation and data entry.

    Required Skills/Qualifications

    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with HR software is a plus.

    • Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.

    • Ability to work independently and within a team environment

    • Effective written and oral communication experience

    • Relationship building experience

    • Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to various MRDC locations throughout the sate

    • Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks as outlined above

    • Must pass criminal background check and fingerprinting

    • Must pass all Maryland licensing requirements to include medical evaluation and tuberculosis screening

    Physical Demands:

    • Requires sitting for long periods of time.

    • May at times require lifting 25lbs – 50lbs

     

    Benefits

    Benefits:

    + Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

    + Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

    + Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

    + Short Term & Long Term Disability

    + Training & Development