Human Resources Generalist - Remote (WFH)

We are seeking a Human Resources Generalist to act as a trusted resource for designated employees and departments by implementing, administering, and maintaining a variety of HR programs and providing support at various levels within the organization. This position carries out responsibilities to include but not limited to the following functional areas: employee relations, training, performance management, payroll, onboarding, offboarding, policy implementation, affirmative action, and employment law compliance.

Duties:

• Maintains the employee handbook, organization charts, new hire documents, personnel folders, etc.
• Act as a liaison between employees and employer to answer questions or concerns regarding company policies/practices.
• Conducts open enrollment, maintains portals, reconciles billing, conducts onboarding, removes termed employees for all benefits.
• Assists in resolving any employee issues or conflicts that may arise.
• Proactively support the delivery of HR processes and manage HR projects.
• Administration of payroll process and timekeeping. This includes working with the company Controller to include biweekly payroll processing, compensation changes, quarterly bonuses, and employee status changes.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment and benefits laws and regulations. Actively identifying gaps and proposing and implementing changes as necessary.
• Develop and implement employee retention programs.
• Manage and respond to unemployment claims and requests.
• Understands the importance of and protects employee/company information by keeping it confidential.
• Plan and coordinate virtual employee events and company recognition program.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or SHRM-CP
• 5-7 years minimum of related work experience
• A high level of integrity, accuracy, dependability, enthusiasm, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills required.
• Strong computer knowledge and experience in using software programs related to HR, payroll, and accounting (e.g. ADP Workforce Now, Unanet, etc.).
• Working knowledge of California labor law, including but not limited to EEO, FLSA, ADA, HIPAA, COBRA, OSHA, FMLA, STD/LTD, etc.
• Knowledge of business management, payroll, and human resources.
• Specialized training in employment law, compensation, employee relations, organizational planning, safety, training, and preventive labor relations, preferred.
• Knowledge of employment laws and best practices.

Need To Have:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.