Recruiter / HR Associate

Date: 8/29/2025

Job Title: Recruiter / HR Associate

Location: Washington, D.C. | ONSITE | Monday - Friday

Division/ Department: Administration / Human Resources

FLSA: Full Time, Exempt

Reports To: HR Director

Travel: 10% or less (one Summer trip to Oklahoma City offices per year).

Direct Reports: None

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000 DOE

MISSION: The Museum of the Bible is a global, innovative, educational institution whose purpose is to invite all people to engage with the transformative power of the Bible.

The Recruiter/HR Associate is a pivotal role on Museum of the Bible’s Human Resources team. Along with other team members, he/she is responsible for high-volume recruitment as well as onboarding/new hire orientation and other general HR & administrative functions. In addition, this position provides support to all of the MOTB employees on HR-related initiatives and projects. This position requires a high-energy, fun disposition, and it is often the first face of MOTB to potential employees and supports engagement by taking a lead role on the Fun Committee. Experience & success in this role will lead to an expanded career as a Generalist.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee timely full-cycle recruitment for assigned positions with minimal supervision, to include: hiring manager partnership, posting, selection & screening interviews, negotiation, to final hire of qualified job applicants
• As needed, compose and update job descriptions to include all pertinent information as well as salary analysis & recommendations
• Understand HR laws and compliance, especially with respect to recruitment
• Initiate background checks and employee eligibility verifications such as I-9 and E-Verify
• Coordinate & conduct new hire orientation
• Manage the employee-facing digital boards
• Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors/managers, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff
• Provide a lead role and represent HR on the Fun & Connectivity committee
• Partner in making purchases for HR: Fun Committee food/drinks & other supplies (on Amazon, Oriental Trading, etc.)
• Execute on employee recognition programs
• Assist with compiling and reporting of HR metrics
• Provide administrative support, such as employment verifications, mailings, etc.
• Remain knowledgeable in DC Paid Family leave standards, FMLA, and other leaves and assist employee processing.
• Keep abreast of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; and review policies and practices to maintain compliance
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law—and provide continuous process improvement suggestions for the department
• Champion the Museum of the Bible’s mission to invite all people to engage with the transformative power of the Bible
• As required, inclusion in official or incidental photographs and videos for MOTB and/or guests
• Other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience in recruitment and a similar Human Resources capacity
• Knowledge of employment-related laws, especially DC regulations
• HR certification a plus
  
  
  

Skills:

• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), with the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent Interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Able to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
  
  
  

Abilities:

• Passionate about the Bible and will champion our mission to invite all people to engage with the transformative power of the Bible
• Able to maintain and convey professionalism, stability, and composure under pressure and in an ever-changing environment
• High-energy, fun disposition
• Commitment to excellence
• Able to work in our DC office location daily during the workweek
• Interest in a long-term career in human resources.
• Ability to occasionally lift 20lbs as required
• As needed, inclusion in official or incidental photographs and videos for MOTB and/or guests