HumanResourcesAssociate

Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping America and the world. It conducts public opinion polling, demographic research, media content analysis and other empirical social science research in the areas of race and ethnicity; U.S. politics and policy views; media and journalism; internet and technology; science and society; religion and public life; global attitudes and U.S. social and demographic trends. Pew Research Center does not take policy positions. The Center’s work is carried out by a staff of about 180. **Position Overview** The Human Resources Associate plays a central role in supporting the people and processes that enable Pew Research Center’s mission. As a key member of a collaborative HR team, this position combines day-to-day operational excellence with meaningful contributions to recruiting, onboarding, and staff engagement. This role offers the opportunity to shape the employee experience, from first interactions with candidates to ongoing communication and engagement, while ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of core HR systems and processes. The HR Associate reports to the Director of Human Resources. **Primary Responsibilities :** **Human Resources Operations** Provide essential support across the HR function to ensure smooth, accurate, and responsive service delivery: * Maintain HR records and systems with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality * Process employment verification requests and administer staff anniversary bonuses * Support reporting, follow-up, and general day-to-day HR operations * Manage the HR team’s shared project plan in Asana * Manage the HR team’s meeting schedule * Manage the HR team budget and reconciliation, including the embedded budgets for the staff Workplace Advisory Council and Voices & Values Council * Compile quarterly and annual staff metrics reports **Recruitment and Onboarding** Contribute directly to the Center’s ability to