Part-Time Executive Assistant / HR Coordinator

Role overview

A nonprofit organization operating in the education and management publishing space is looking for a part-time Executive Assistant / HR Coordinator to assist the CHRO. The assignment is based onsite in Brighton, MA, and is structured as a flexible 25-hour workweek, generally Monday through Thursday with a possibility of Friday mornings. This is a contract role expected to run for 3+ months and is offered at $25 to $33 per hour.

Key responsibilities

• Handle the CHRO’s calendar and scheduling needs, including coordination across meetings and priorities.
• Organize executive interview scheduling with a responsive, candidate-centered approach.
• Support day-to-day HR administration as needed.
• Carry out large-volume data entry with a high level of accuracy.
• Prepare clear, polished email communications in a professional tone.
• Monitor action items and follow through to keep tasks moving and completed on time.

Candidate profile

• Background in an executive assistant, HR coordinator, or general administrative support position.
• Some familiarity with HR workflows, including onboarding paperwork and related processes.
• Strong written communication skills, especially for professional email correspondence.
• Very organized, attentive to detail, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Able to work with confidential and sensitive information carefully and discreetly.
• Experience using calendars, scheduling tools, and virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

Additional information

This opportunity is a 3+ month contract assignment with an onsite requirement in Brighton, MA. The weekly schedule is flexible at approximately 25 hours, primarily across Monday through Thursday, with some Friday morning availability possible. The client is a leading nonprofit organization in the education and management publishing industry.

Equal opportunity and compliance

The employer states that it is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Applications from California residents with arrest or conviction records will be considered in line with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. A voluntary self-identification form may be completed for reporting purposes; it is optional, does not affect hiring consideration, and is kept separate from employment records.

About the company

The staffing firm provides coordinated hiring solutions for organizations ranging from emerging growth companies to Fortune 500 businesses. Its service lines include Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences, and Beacon Hill Technologies.

Benefits

Eligible hires may receive a benefits package that can include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with applicable federal and state leave programs, subject to agency eligibility requirements.