Human Resources Specialist
National Geographic Society · Washington, District Of Columbia, US
How You’ll Contribute The Human Resources (HR) team works to find, grow, and retain talent and build the NGS community by designing strategies that enhance e...
Job description
How You’ll Contribute The Human Resources (HR) team works to find, grow, and retain talent and build the NGS community by designing strategies that enhance employee culture. As the National Geographic Society (NGS) prepares for the landmark 2026 opening of the Museum of Exploration (MOE), the HR team is expanding to support a rapidly growing workforce. Reporting to the Senior HR Business Partner (Sr. HRBP), the HR Specialist provides essential client support and tactical execution for the Campus & Experiences and Legal & Business Affairs divisions. This role serves as a foundational support to the Sr. HRBP, supporting a client base of approximately 350 employees. The Specialist handles day-to-day HR inquiries, manages the worker lifecycle in Workday, and assists with high-impact projects that ensure the HR function is positioned to support a world-class visitor-centric operation. Your Impact: Responsibilities Include: Client Support & Operational Excellence (45%) Communication Channel Management: Monitor activity coming through the dedicated HRBP email and Slack channel from staff within the C&E and Legal & Business Affairs divisions and provide support as appropriate. Serve as the...