HR & Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a detail-oriented HR & Payroll Specialist to support daily people operations and payroll activities in Monterey, California. This position combines hands-on payroll administration with core human resources responsibilities, including employee support, record management, and benefits coordination. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism in a fast-moving work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage recurring payroll activities by reviewing time records, updating pay data, and ensuring payroll documentation remains accurate and current.
• Coordinate hiring and onboarding tasks, including employment paperwork, orientation support, and upkeep of personnel files.
• Oversee employee benefits administration by assisting with enrollments, status updates, terminations, and retirement plan coordination.
• Monitor HR and payroll practices for alignment with applicable federal, state, and local labor and wage regulations.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries related to pay, benefits, workplace policies, and other HR topics.
• Support employee relations efforts through documentation, reporting preparation, audit assistance, and policy or handbook revisions.
• Safeguard confidential employee and business information while handling records and communications with discretion.
• Partner with leadership to help maintain efficient HR processes and dependable payroll support across the organization.

Posted by Recruiting Director Scott Moore