Thorlabs
Human Resources Coordinator - (Temporary Position)
Jessup, Maryland, United States · Junior · Contract
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DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Human Resources Specialists (13-1071) · Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- Backed by a dedicated workforce of more than 3,000 employees worldwide, Thorlabs contributes to cutting-edge research and real-world innovation.
- We know every employee brings unique talents and perspectives that fuel our success, and we seek driven individuals who are excited to make an impact in a fun, fast-moving culture.
Responsibilities
- At Thorlabs, we design and manufacture components, instruments, and systems that transform the world by identifying, enabling, and accelerating key photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies.
- Perform customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions.
- Updates and maintains relevant employee information on company intranet sites (Paychex, UKG and D365).
Requirements
- 1-2 years' experience of Human Resources experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
- This position requires strong multitasking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
- Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to grow, take ownership, and make meaningful contributions from day one.
- Executing various administrative tasks related to supporting standard business operations, including employee engagement activities, maintaining TV monitors and other administrative tasks as required.
- Handles employment and wage verifications as well as accurately complete state forms as required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, walk, hear, use hands and fingers to handle, open files cabinets, bend or stoop as necessary
Skills
- High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
- Ability to operate most standard office equipment.
- Attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
- Good to Excellent spelling, grammar and written communication skills.
- Excellent telephone and oral communications skills.
- Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
- Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.
- Ability to interact with employees at all levels of the organization Other:
- Travel to Sterling, VA at least once a week may be required Hourly pay range for this position is $ 23.00 - $27.00 depending on experience.
Compensation
- $23k-$27k
Benefits
- Assists in the coordination and implementation of the Employee Engagement, Wellness Program and College career fair.
This listing is sourced directly from Thorlabs's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.