HR Coordinator
Kentro
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: McLean • Virginia • United States
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About the role
- Welcome employees, and serve as the friendly, approachable first point of contact for HR-related questions
- Use your customer service mindset to listen, problem-solve, and guide employees to the right resources
- Create a positive, supportive experience in every interaction, whether in person, email, or phone
- Lead new hire orientation and onboarding, ensuring every employee feels prepared, confident, and excited on day one
- Support the preparation of HR data and reports requested by departments such as Business Development, Executive Leadership, Finance, and Operations
- Assist with tracking and organizing workforce metrics (headcount, onboarding activity, turnover, compliance-related data, etc.)
- Learn how HR data is used to support business decisions, planning, and strategy
- Assist with drafting, updating, and organizing HR documentation, guides, and workflows using modern tools and technology
- Bring curiosity and ideas around how AI can improve efficiency, accuracy, and the employee experience—while maintaining confidentiality and sound judgment
- Help ensure HR data is accurate, timely, and presented clearly for internal stakeholders
- Maintain accurate employee records in our HR systems with strong attention to detail
- Work closely with Payroll, IT, and managers to ensure a seamless employee experience
- Build strong relationships across departments and levels of the organization
- Assist with HR compliance activities and learn how policies align with federal, state, and local employment requirements
- Help interpret HR policies and procedures, providing clear, consistent guidance to employees while knowing when to escalate complex questions
Requirements
- Internship experience, entry-level roles, or customer-facing work experience strongly encouraged
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred (or in progress)
- People-First Mindset: Warm, approachable, and service-oriented
- Strong Communicator: Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills
- Organized & Detail-Oriented: Able to juggle multiple tasks while handling confidential information
- Tech-Comfortable: Willing to learn HR systems and comfortable with Microsoft Office tools
- Proactive Learner: Curious, motivated, and excited to grow your HR knowledge
- Trustworthy: Exercises discretion and sound judgment always
Benefits
- We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off
- healthcare benefits
- supplemental benefits
- 401k including an employer match
- discount perks
- rewards
- education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development
- funds for activities such as virtual and in-person happy hours, holiday events
- fitness & wellness events
- annual celebrations
- charity galas/events
- commitment to equal opportunity employment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
HR data managementworkforce metrics trackingonboardingHR documentationcompliance activities
Soft skills
customer service mindsetproblem-solvingcommunicationorganizationattention to detailrelationship buildingtrustworthinessproactive learning