We are looking for an experienced Sr. HR Generalist to support core human resources operations in Perris, California. This Long-term Contract position will focus on talent acquisition, onboarding, benefits coordination, employee records management, and day-to-day HR administration. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of HR systems, employee support processes, and compliance-driven documentation while working effectively across multiple priorities.
Responsibilities:
• Manage full-cycle recruiting support by preparing job postings, coordinating advertising efforts, responding to candidate inquiries, and guiding applicants through the hiring process.
• Review applications to evaluate baseline qualifications, maintain accurate candidate records in the applicant tracking system, and help move selected individuals through the selection process.
• Coordinate pre-employment activities such as interview scheduling, testing logistics, background verification, reference checks, medical screening appointments, and offer documentation.
• Facilitate onboarding by preparing new employee materials, entering employee data into HR systems, and leading orientation activities to ensure a smooth start for incoming staff.
• Administer employee benefit programs by assisting with enrollments, changes, vendor communications, invoice review, and premium reconciliation across available plans.
• Process employee status changes, separations, and leave-related documentation while ensuring required notices and records are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain confidential personnel, medical, and employment files, and verify the accuracy of HR and payroll-related transactions within integrated systems such as HRIS and Workday HCM.
• Provide general HR operational support through reporting, survey participation, data compilation, and administrative backup for the broader department as needed.
• Support HRIS and payroll interface activities, including setup coordination, validation, and testing tied to employee data processing and system accuracy.• 5+ years of experience in human resources with a strong background in generalist-level support.
• Hands-on experience with employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, terminations, and leave request processing.
• Proficiency working in HRIS platforms, including Workday HCM, with the ability to maintain accurate employee and candidate data.
• Experience supporting recruiting activities such as internet sourcing, applicant screening, interview coordination, and pre-employment checks.
• Knowledge of HR administrative practices, confidential recordkeeping, and documentation standards in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and stakeholder communications effectively.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with candidates, employees, managers, and external partners.