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HR Outsourcing Services in Maryland, Virginia, Washington D.C.— Did you know that human resources outsourcing can create more time in your day and put more money in your pocket?

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Depth of experience. Comprehensive outsourcing.

It’s true! But the key is finding the right human resources outsourcing firm because they aren’t all created equal. As in any industry, their offerings, experience, and quality vary. Some may offer few services while others are new and untested in the market. The HR Team offers depth of experience and comprehensive human resources outsourcing of the highest caliber so you can breathe a much-needed sigh of relief. See the infographic to learn more.

If you’re like most business owners and managers, you probably spend too much time on less-than-productive tasks and many of them are likely HR-related. And if your business is growing, your needs probably feel like a moving target. From recruiting to training to benefits administration and every day performance issues, the time you invest in these tasks can quickly add up. And that’s where The HR Team comes in, providing practical, real-world solutions that get you out of the weeds so you can focus on the big picture.

Relax. We've got you covered.

With our full outsourcing solution, The HR Team seamlessly becomes your HR department. You’ll receive ongoing support tailored to suit your company’s specific needs with on and offsite dependable strategic and tactical services you can rely on. You might be surprised by the range of tasks that can be offloaded to us. As our client, you’ll be assigned a dedicated, experienced professional to handle all of your HR needs, including:

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Talent Acquisition

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Onboarding

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Performance Management

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Development of Policies, Procedures, & Processes

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Development of Career Paths

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Defining Training & Development Needs

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Employee Relations

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Benefits Management

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Make the smart move.

In today’s unpredictable and rapidly evolving work environment, human resources must be a top priority for businesses of all sizes and in every industry. You essentially have four choices:

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Do it yourself (but who has time for that?)

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Hire an internal experienced HR person or team (which may blow your budget in no time)

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Hire an internal less-experienced HR person (which will cost you more in the long run once training is factored in)

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Outsource to an experienced HR consultant (ideally, one who is aligned with an experienced, well-respected team)

If you selected option 4, good choice! You’re not alone. Research shows that each year, more companies turn to outsourcing to manage their critical human resources functions.

Strategic, real-world solutions designed just for you.

The HR Team provides competent, responsive, full-service support to businesses facing any number of human resources challenges. Perhaps your remote and hybrid work arrangements are falling short and need some fine-tuning or an organizational restructuring is on the horizon and you aren’t sure where to turn. Whether your company is experiencing rapid changes or you want to relieve your overburdened team of professionals, we’re here with knowledgeable experts to provide practical, savvy strategies that respond to your unique needs.

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We make it easy to get your business on the right track.

The HR Team offers a unique combination of depth of experience, flexible service models, and tailored solutions that respond to the needs of organizations of all types and sizes. Our human resources outsourcing services allow clients to realize the best results from their people and their workplace cultures. When you choose The HR Team, you’ll enjoy the peace of mind that comes from minimized risk and unparalleled support. Check out these impressive benefits:

What are the benefits of outsourcing to The HR Team?

Cost Savings

Outsourced HR services can produce significant savings as compared to employing a full-time qualified HR professional, which can cost between $70,000–120,000+ annually. And that doesn’t include the additional expense of benefits, taxes, workspace, HR resources, and training.

Experience

Outsourcing provides access to knowledgeable consultants who have first-hand experience facilitating HR services across a variety of industries. Our HR professionals strive to be the first to know about policy and regulation changes that can affect your workplace.

Consistent Level of Service

Full documentation of all HR processes allows other members of our team to step in and provide support when necessary. Companies don’t have to worry about any one individual holding the keys to their specific duties and responsibilities.

Flexibility and Full Customization

Companies can customize support services and onsite schedules that work best for them. Whether managing benefits, providing employee relations, coaching and counseling, or conducting interviews, HR outsourcing provides maximum flexibility.

Leading Edge Resources

Access to our state-of-the-art HR tools such as the BLR HR Library, Applicant Tracking System, and ERI Compensation Assessor at no additional subscription cost to you (approximately a $25,000 annual value!)

Isn't it time you focused on growth and opportunity instead of administrative HR tasks? Whether you're seeking full-scale human resources outsourcing or project-by-project services, The HR Team can help.

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About HR Outsourcing.

HR outsourcing means partnering with an external provider to manage key human resources responsibilities. This partnership can cover everything from day-to-day administrative tasks to more strategic functions like workforce planning. The goal is to free up internal resources while ensuring every part of the HR function runs smoothly and efficiently.

With a full-service HR outsourcing partner, all core HR functions can be handled externally. This includes talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, policy and procedure development, career pathing, training and development, employee relations, benefits administration, and more.

The HR Team covers the full spectrum of HR-related functions, so you can focus on running your organization while we handle the people side of the business.

Not at all. In fact, small and mid-sized organizations often benefit the most. Full-service outsourcing provides the same level of expertise and infrastructure as larger companies, without the cost of hiring an in-house team. The HR Team offers tailored services to fit organizations of every size, providing scalable support that grows with you.

No. You remain in charge of your organization’s culture, strategy, and policies. A trusted outsourcing partner acts as an extension of your team, executing with consistency, compliance, and care.

HR outsourcing provides a structured framework for setting clear expectations, conducting evaluations, and supporting manager feedback. With full-service support, performance management becomes consistent and aligned with business goals.

Employment laws and regulations change constantly. A full-service outsourcing partner ensures your policies, documentation, and practices remain compliant. The HR Team takes the guesswork out of compliance, giving leaders greater confidence and peace of mind.

Outsourcing typically costs significantly less than hiring a full-time HR director or internal team while offering access to a deeper bench of expertise. Many organizations see a strong return on investment through reduced overhead, improved efficiency, and stronger compliance.

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Rachel Alansky

Director of Consulting

M.A. in Higher Education Administration

Rachel Alansky is the Director of Consulting at The HR Team, where she leads the firm’s HR practice. She brings more than 20 years of human resources leadership experience supporting nonprofits, associations, and mission‑driven organizations.

Previously, Rachel founded and led Seamless HR Solutions, a full‑service HR consulting firm established in 2009. Through that work, she partnered closely with executive teams to build scalable HR infrastructure, strengthen compliance, and implement practical best practices across the full employee lifecycle, including recruiting, employee relations, compensation and benefits strategy, payroll administration, and policy development. In 2026, Seamless HR Solutions merged with The HR Team.

Prior to launching her consulting firm, Rachel held senior HR leadership roles at organizations including Billington Wines, Raffa, PC, B’nai B’rith International, and Covenant House, where she led multi‑state HR operations and delivered meaningful cost and process improvements.

Rachel holds a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration from Boston College and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Muhlenberg College. She is an active member of the Society for Human Resource Management and a committed community leader.

Christy Hull

Senior Consultant

SHRM-CP

Christy has 20+ years of Human Resources experience in all aspects of Human Resources Management.  She is most proud of her skills in creating legally sound and practical policies and developing strategic workflow processes for growing and entrepreneurial organizations.   Throughout her career, Christy has worked with leadership as a consultant, assisting with performance management, communication, and organizational structure. She serves as a strategic partner by recruiting the right people and developing them for success.  She is experienced in managing change, growth, and mergers/acquisitions.

Prior to joining The HR Team, Christy worked with both large corporations, small businesses and start-up companies.  She gained diverse HR experience while working at Lockheed Martin, where she held positions as HR Specialist, Generalist, and  SE Regional Technical Recruiter.  She continued her HR experience by establishing the HR department for a startup telecommunications company. Through this position, she created the HR infrastructure for the startup company while helping manage change through 3 acquisitions, of which the final was  T-Mobile.  Most recently, she has found a passion for working with small businesses and helping them reach their goals. Some of the industries Christy has worked in include government contractors, retirement communities, engineering firms, and move management companies.  With her last employer, she worked as a Regional HR Director and later Regional Managing Director.

Christy earned her Bachelor of Science Degree from Florida Southern College with a major in Business Administration, specializing in Human Resources Management.  She is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and earned her professional HR certification (SHRM-CP).  Christy enjoys giving back to the community and has held volunteer positions with Give Kids the World, United Way, Junior Achievement, and The Alzheimer’s Association.

Jill Johnston

Senior Consultant

SHRM-CP

Jill joined The HR Team in 2021. She has 20 years of human resources experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and cultural development. Jill is an HR professional with proven success driving continuous improvement across HR services, formulating/implementing people management strategies, and analyzing interpersonal conflict factors. In addition, Jill is passionate about creating and nurturing a culture of excellence in the workplace.

Before joining The HR Team, Jill was the Director of Human Resources and sole human resources practitioner for a nonprofit housing agency in Baltimore, MD. Jill began her tenure in finance before moving into human resources, where she established the nonprofit’s human resources department from the ground up. In doing so, she created and implemented all HR standards and compliance, employment policies, procedures, job descriptions, and performance management processes. 

As human resources director, she has focused on full employee lifecycle needs, organizational development, succession planning, and benefits administration. Over the years, Jill’s expertise has earned her a reputation for her ability to resolve internal conflicts by employing demonstrated structural and interpersonal management skills. In addition, Jill is a sought out leader on workplace diversity issues, having recently served as a panelist for a joint Department of Justice and Futures Without Violence conference regarding workplace inequalities. Jill is a 17 year graduate of Bank of America’s Neighborhood Excellence Initiative Leadership Program sponsored by Neighborhood Builders. It supports over 2,800 nonprofit leaders advancing economic mobility and building up underserved neighborhoods. Jill also served as Board Secretary for the housing nonprofit and collaborated with the Board of Directors in strategy formulation and implementation.

Jill earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Lincoln University. She has taken coursework towards her Master’s in leadership management at Notre Dame of Maryland University. Jill is a Certified Professional in Human Resources (SHRM-CP), a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and Chesapeake Human Resources Association (CHRA).

Dwan Keith

Senior Consultant

PHR®, SHRM-CP®

Dwan has 20 years of Human Resources experience directly working with small to mid-sized companies. She is a strategic business partner and has worked alongside senior leaders throughout her career. Her passion is driven from creating an engaging and collaborative workforce.

Prior to joining The HR Team, Dwan supported both for profit and nonprofit organizations as the sole member of their HR Department.  In her roles as a HR Manager, she has gained experience in the Finance, Health Care, Automotive and Government Contracting industries. She has worked to build programs that support HR initiatives while implementing internal processes that facilitate corporate objectives. Her vast experience includes labor and employee relations, benefits administration, performance management, payroll, talent acquisition, HRIS migration, training and policy and procedures.

In Dwan’s free time, she teaches English as a second language (“ESL”).

Dwan earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Washington Adventist University and a Master of Science in Administration Human Resources Management from Central Michigan University. She has earned certifications from the Society of Human Resource Management and Human Resources Certification Institute as a Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and Professional in Human Resources (PHR). She is a member of the Society of Human Resources Management and her local Montgomery County SHRM Chapter, where she sits on their board.

Angie Martin

Senior Consultant

PHR, SHRM-CP

Angie joined The HR Team in 2007. She has over 20 years of human resources experience.  Angie has extensive experience working with Human Resources Information Systems (“HRIS”) and in Human Resources Generalist roles, with large and small companies in a variety of industries including trades/industrial, not-for-profit organizations, technology, banking/financial, law, and professional services.

Prior to joining The HR Team, Angie’s work history includes being a Senior Analyst for Accenture where some of her projects were to analyze and document human resources business requirements for a new information systems implementation (Oracle), manage small and medium sized acquisition projects to ensure all human resources and payroll data correctly mapped into the information system database, managed applicant tracking systems, consulted with clients to analyze, assess and implement changes and additions to the information systems database. Prior to Accenture, Angie was the HRMS Analyst for PHH Arval where she consulted, analyzed  and assessed information system requirements and implemented solutions.  At Alpharma and Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Angie held HRIS Specialist positions and was the Human Resources Generalist for Ryland Homes and First Union National Bank.

Angie earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts and an MBA, Business/Management from Loyola College, Baltimore, MD.  Angie is a Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR, SHRM-CP), is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and  Chesapeake Human Resources Association (CHRA).

Lisa Boss, MS

Senior HR Manager

SPHR, SHRM-CSP, CPSP

Lisa joined The HR Team in 2018.  She has more than 20 years of human resources experience assisting small to mid-size organizations. Lisa brings a wealth of experience across a diverse range of industries including: government contracting, construction management, professional services, education, and not-for-profit businesses. Working directly with and for senior leadership teams, Lisa has designed and implemented recruiting/hiring/onboarding strategies, benefit programs and effective recognition programs, together with managing compliance issues, payroll and defending legal action.

Before joining The HR Team Lisa worked extensively assisting new and existing businesses establish and maintain strong, and compliant, human resource practices. Most recently Lisa worked as the Human Resources Director for a large independent school in Maryland. Lisa is most proud of her work as the founding Chairperson of the Maryland Independent School Consortium that enabled 14 different independent schools to design and purchase health insurance as a large group. The consortium ultimately saved Lisa’s employer more than $250,000 over 4 years while minimizing rate increases and maintaining an extremely strong health insurance program.

Lisa earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Maryland University College and a Master of Science in Employment Law from Nova Southeastern University. She holds certifications as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) from the Human Resources Certification Institute, is a Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), a CPSP (Certified Plan Sponsor Professional) and holds a certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion from the University of South Florida. She is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Chesapeake Human Resources Association (CHRA).

Eileen Levitt

CEO

SPHR, SHRM-SCP – CEO

As Founder and CEO of The HR Team, Eileen Levitt attains great personal satisfaction in helping small, mid-size, and emerging companies focus on what they do best; directing business growth and profitability.

Eileen’s previous employment saw her talents in fostering business growth expand as she contributed to her employers’ development. As the Human Resources Director for Rapid Systems Solutions, a Maryland-based technology firm, Eileen helped the company grow from a staff of 28 to 350 in five years. In her role as Human Resources Administrator for The Discovery Channel, the company grew from 90 to 450 employees in just three years.

In 1996, Eileen re-focused her vast knowledge and experience in human resources, including business strategy, communications, training, coaching, and financial management, to found The HR Team. Eileen has built her company on the strength and commitment of her talented team of employees. In addition to leading The HR Team, Eileen currently serves as a Commissioner on the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights. Appointed by the Governor, the Commission is dedicated to ensuring opportunity for all through the enforcement of Maryland’s laws against discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, and state contracts.

Eileen has also served on the following nonprofit boards: The Red Devils (where she serves as board development chair); Athena PowerLink Baltimore; Association for Corporate Growth (where she is a past board president); Executive Alliance (where she served as chair of the membership, mentoring and philanthropy committees; University of Baltimore’s Merrick School of Business (where she served on the entrepreneurship advisory board); Jim Rouse Entrepreneurial Fund (where she served on the board); Business Women’s Network (where she is a past board president); American University Alumni Association (where she served as the Baltimore Chapter president) and Leadership Howard County (Class of 2003 and served on the General Membership Executive Committee).

In addition, Eileen has served on the board of Integrity National Corporation, a for-profit privately held government contractor based in Rockville, Maryland.

In 2025, Eileen published her new book, “No, You Can’t Bring Your Ferret to Work: HR Tales of the Unexpected,” now available on Amazon. Drawing from 35 years of HR experience, the book takes complex workplace concepts and transforms them into relatable, entertaining stories inspired by her everyday interactions with family, friends, and pets.

Eileen has been published and /or quoted in numerous magazine and periodicals including: The Wall Street Journal, USA TODAY, Employment Management Today, HR Magazine, Inc. Magazine, Baltimore Sun, The Business Monthly, Baltimore and Washington Business Journals, The Daily Record, and Forbes.com. She is a featured contributor on negotiation in the Dale Carnegie Sales

Training Book Sales Advantage and on the interviewing process for the book The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Work. She also served as the “Recruiting Expert” for the online career management site: vault.com

Eileen is a Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SCP) and holds an MBA from The University of Baltimore and a Bachelor of Science in Finance from The American University.

With the honesty, integrity and exceptional work ethic that Eileen brings to her company and to all her community partnerships, she has been recognized and honored with the following awards:

  • Maryland Daily Record: 2020, 2014 and 2008 Maryland’s Top 100 Women (Circle of Excellence induction)
  • Baltimore Business Journal: 2014 Fastest-Growing Women-Owned Businesses #19
  • Top 100 Minority Business Enterprise: 2013, 2010 & 2008
  • Howard County Committee for Business and Economic Diversity: 2011 Individual Achievement Award
  • University of Baltimore Alumni Association: 2006 H. Mebane Turner Service Award
  • Baltimore Smart CEO Magazine: 2004 Future 50
  • Business Women’s Network of Howard County: 2003 President’s Award
  • American University Alumni Association: 2003 Ethel L. Smith Award
  • US Small Business Administration: 2003 Maryland’s Women in Business – Advocate of the Year