Human Resources Coordinator; Part-Time

Position Summary

The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive part-time Human Resources (HR) Coordinator to provide essential human resources support to the Accounting/HR Manager and to the organization as a whole. This role will report to the Chief of Staff but work in close partnership with NASFAA’s Accounting/HR Manager, who leads the day-to-day HR function, to ensure timely completion of core HR operations, maintain compliance, and support an exceptional employee experience.

As NASFAA’s staff size continues to grow, this position plays a key role in maintaining high-quality HR operations, ensuring the timely completion of recurring HR processes, and supporting an exceptional employee experience.

The HR Coordinator will manage a wide range of administrative and process-driven HR tasks, including applicant tracking, onboarding and offboarding logistics, benefits processing, performance evaluation coordination, HR reporting, and general HR communications.

Although based in Washington, D.C., NASFAA is a mobile-first organization, fostering a work environment that prioritizes flexibility and enables staff to work remotely without compromising the quality of our work or our mission. To support collaboration, our core working hours are 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET.

The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; they are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or tasks required of this role.

• Manage job postings and applicant tracking.
• Coordinate candidate scheduling, screenings, and communications.
• Conduct employment reference checks, background checks, and verification processes.
• Draft offer letters and related documentation.

• Coordinate new hire logistics, including paperwork, system setup requests, and welcome materials.
• Facilitate offboarding processes, including exit paperwork, correspondence, and updating records.

• Process benefits enrollments, changes, and updates.
• Prepare and send retiree health insurance invoices.
• Maintain and update the staff directory and organizational listings.
• Send periodic staff reminders (leave balances, deadlines, holiday schedules, etc.).
• Support logistics for staff sessions, including retirement education, open enrollment, and information sessions.

• Collect quarterly and annual performance evaluation data.
• Gather HR metrics, quarterly reports, and documentation from managers.
• Provide administrative support for internal and external HR-related surveys.

• Provide general administrative support for HR functions as needed.
• Assist the Accounting/HR Manager in maintaining timely, accurate, and compliant HR operations.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

• 3 to 5 years of experience in human resources coordination, HR administration, or related administrative function.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and documentation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• Familiarity with HRIS systems, preferably ADP Workforce Now, and applicant tracking tools is preferred.

• Demonstrate comfort working in a remote-first mission-driven organization where individual goals align with strategic priorities.
• Thrive in a collaborative environment that values team-based accountability and organizational results.
• Approach tasks with initiative, ownership, and a commitment to high-quality HR service.
• Embody and uphold NASFAA’s staff-developed Core Operating Values.

NASFAA is a mission-driven national organization dedicated to supporting the financial aid…