Coordinator, Human Resources

D.C. United

Washington, DC · MLS · Posted August 26, 2026

$55K – $59K /year

Coordinator, Human Resources

JOB SUMMARY
The Coordinator, Human Resources supports the day-to-day operations of D.C. United’s human resources function. This role helps administer HR processes and programs for D.C. United and its affiliates, including onboarding and offboarding, employee recordkeeping, benefits enrollment, recruiting coordination, payroll support, HRIS reporting, and employee correspondence.
 
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
Compensation: $55,000 - $59,000 per year
Location: Audi Field, Monday – Thursday, with flexibility to work from home on Friday
Reports to: Manager, Human Resources
Employment type: Full-time, benefits eligible
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under supervision, the HR Coordinator will carry out the following tasks:
  • All HR tasks related to onboarding and offboarding full-time and part-time employees for D.C. United, DC Power FC, and other affiliates
  • Post new positions and guide hiring managers through the recruitment process
  • Support the payroll process for nonexempt employees, and contribute to processing incentive payments
  • Run reports using Paylocity HRIS, focusing on accuracy and confidentiality
  • Handle routine correspondence with employees, government agencies, and benefits vendors
  • Provide administrative support for the full spectrum of HR processes
 
REQUIREMENTS
  • Associates degree in a related field, or equivalent experience
  • One year of experience working in a professional office environment
  • Availability to work in the office at Audi Field Monday – Thursday each week with flexibility to work at home on Friday
  • Availability to commute to other locations such as practice fields in Loudoun County on occasion (less than 10% of the time)
  • The selected candidate must successfully pass a background and reference check.
  • The selected candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. 
 
 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience working in an HR Department
  • Familiarity with state and federal employment laws
  • Experience with Paylocity
  • Certification related to HR, payroll, or Paylocity
 
 
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (KSAs)
  • Ability to plan, organize and execute multiple projects simultaneously
  • Professional and friendly demeanor suitable to be the face of the HR function
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Strong communication skills, including active listening
  • Strong reading comprehension and writing skills
  • Critical thinking and professional judgment skills
  • Coachable team player with ability to multitask and mange time effectively, follow through, meet deadlines, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
 
D.C. United is committed to uplifting our community, staff, and club. We are seeking candidates to be a part of our journey in our quest for continued organizational growth and another MLS Cup.
 
D.C. United will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. 
 
D.C. United is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).  D.C. United reaffirms its commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity. D.C. United is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. D.C. United is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, pregnancy, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions can include hiring, termination, compensation, benefits, promotion, training selection, or other statuses or conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skills, knowledge, abilities, job performance, and other appropriate qualifications.
 

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