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Human Resources Generalist La Cumbre Country Club - 3.1 Santa Barbara, CA Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $90,000 a year 2 hours ago Qualifications Confidential information handling State-specific regulations in benefits management HR legal compliance Employment law in talent management

Full Job Description Description:

For over 110 years, La Cumbre Country Club has been a gathering place where members come to play, relax, and feel at home. Our team makes that experience possible, not by standing in the background, but by taking real pride in every detail of these historic spaces. We're looking for an honest, reliable, hands-on team member who takes pride in their work to help keep our team members safe, informed, and motivated to provide exceptional service to members, guests and our fellow staff members. About the Role We are looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to support our employees and managers across all areas of HR. This role is ideal for someone who is knowledgeable about California employment law, comfortable working independently, and enjoys being a trusted resource for both employees and leadership. Reporting to the CFO, the HR Generalist will partner with leadership, Corporate Counsel, the finance team, and external HR consultants to ensure effective HR programs, strong employee support, and compliance with applicable employment laws. What You'll Do Provide hands-on HR support to our onsite staff, serving as a trusted and accessible resource for employees and managers on policies, benefits, employee relations, and workplace concerns. Support the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and offboarding, while administering employee benefits, open enrollment, retirement plans, workers' compensation, and insurance-related matters. Manage leaves of absence, including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, Paid Family Leave, STD, and LTD, and support performance management and employee development initiatives. Conduct and/or support workplace investigations and employee relations matters, maintain HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook, and ensure required training and acknowledgments are completed. Monitor compliance with federal, state, and California employment laws and regulations, and partner with leadership and external HR consultants on HR strategy, compliance, reporting, and process improvement. Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR documentation while providing responsive, professional, and consistent HR support to the onsite team.

Requirements:

What We're Looking For We are seeking a candidate with a bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience, along with 5+ years of progressive HR experience. Strong knowledge and experience with California labor and employment law is required. The ideal candidate will have experience with employee relations, workplace investigations, HR compliance, and policy administration, along with a strong understanding of HR practices, employment laws, and compliance requirements. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are essential, as well as strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The successful candidate will be able to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and handle confidential information with discretion. Proficiency with HR systems; Paylocity experience is a plus. Bilingual strongly preferred. Work Environment This is an onsite position in Santa Barbara. Work is performed primarily in an office environment with regular computer and desk work. Compensation We offer competitive pay, a welcoming team environment, and the satisfaction of keeping a beloved institution running beautifully every day. If you're ready to bring your work ethic and eye for detail to a place that truly values it, apply today. The salary for this role is expected to be $80,000 - $90,000 per year based on experience. La Cumbre Country Club is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of every background.