Role Overview
ASHP is hiring a entry-level Human Resource Generalist and Payroll Specialist. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Bethesda. Part of ASHP's Pharmacy hiring, posted 6 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job description
ASHP is an award-winning Association with a great mission. ASHP is the largest association of pharmacy professionals in the United States, representing over 65,000 pharmacists ASHP has recently won awards for being a Top Workplace for our work culture which fosters learning, collaboration, and for being inclusive. To learn more about ASHP, visit About ASHP - ASHP.
The Human Resources Generalist and Payroll Specialist performs a complex and diverse range of human resources generalist and payroll functions within the Office of Human Resources. This role supports critical HR operations including payroll, multi-state payroll compliance, benefits, project management, and policy administration. Click ASHP Human Resources Team to meet our Chief Human Resources Officer and to learn more our HR Team!
This is a hybrid position that requires candidates to live in the Washington, DC area and be present in the downtown Bethesda, Maryland office as needed. At ASHP, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. The base salary for this position is $78,500-$84,500 and ASHP offers a comprehensive benefits plan. This salary range represents a reasonable estimate of the annual salary based on ASHP’s commitment to provide equitable and market-competitive pay. The actual salary offered will take into consideration many factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, educational background and licenses/certifications, skills and experience, internal pay equity, and other business and organizational needs. Click ASHP Benefits to learn more about our benefits. Note this position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
- Payroll Support Maintains multi-state payroll tax and paid family websites, corresponds with state agencies to ensure timely correspondence, and manages the setup and closure of state accounts as needed. Assists with all levels of payroll processing and serves as the backup resource for payroll processing.
- State Compliance Issues Researches all state compliance matters and ensures ASHP is following all state laws by making recommendations to the Director and CHRO.
- Offboarding Manages the end-to-end offboarding process, coordinating with HR colleagues to ensure a professional and positive experience for departing employees
- Organization Charts and Floor Plans Manages and keeps organizational charts and floor plans up to date to reflect staffing changes.
- Policy Administration Partners with the Chief Human Resources Officer and Vice President to maintain and update organizational policies, ensuring they remain current, compliant, and consistently applied.
- Project Management Leads and coordinates annual and special HR projects from initiation to completion. Develops and maintains project processes, monitors deadlines, sequences tasks appropriately, and communicates progress and approvals to relevant stakeholders throughout the year.
- Benefit Reconciliations & AuditsRuns regular audits on various data sets within Human Resources. Assists with annual payroll, retirement plan, and workers compensation audits.
- Recruitment Serves as primary backup for all recruitment tasks.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
- 2-4 years experience required in a similar role
- 2+ years direct payroll experience required
- 2+ years of experience required working with state agencies and resolving complex matters around tax compliance
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to present information in a clear, concise manner to employees.
- Excellent investigative and problem-solving skills.
- Exercises discretion and independent judgment within understood policies and procedures.
- Handles confidential matters and facilitates problem resolution.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Advanced software skills are required, as well as Internet research abilities.
- Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HR and talent management systems.
- SHRM-CP certified preferred but not required.
ASHP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hrd@ashp.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. In addition, ASHP is an E Verify employer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Human Resource Generalist and Payroll Specialist position at ASHP?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to ASHP. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Human Resource Generalist and Payroll Specialist role at ASHP remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Bethesda. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
What does a Human Resource Generalist and Payroll Specialist at ASHP earn?
ASHP has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Human Resource Generalist and Payroll Specialist role at ASHP posted?
This role was posted on July 2, 2026 (6 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
Is the Human Resource Generalist and Payroll Specialist role at ASHP entry-level?
Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements ASHP has listed.
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