Human Resources Assistant

HR Assistant on a Flower Farm (Agriculture/Nursery) Join our great HR team as an HR Assistant to support the daily operations of our fast-paced flower nursery. You will play a crucial role in the full employee lifecycle for both seasonal and permanent field personnel, including recruiting, onboarding, payroll processing, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities Recruitment & Onboarding:

Assist with recruiting field personnel, conducting new hire orientations (often in both English and Spanish), and ensuring all onboarding documentation (I-9s, tax forms) is completed accurately.

Seasonal Support:

Assist in managing the seasonal workforce, including proper documentation, contract management, and adherence to specialized agricultural labor regulations.

Payroll & Records Management:

Maintain accurate digital personnel files, manage time tracking for field staff, monitor attendance/absenteeism, and documentation.

Compliance:

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including OSHA, field sanitation standards, and accurate employee file audits.

Employee Relations:

Act as a front-line point of contact for employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, or company policies.

Administrative Support:

Process worker's compensation claims, assist with benefits enrollment, and support employee engagement activities, such as recognition events.

Qualifications & Skills Languages:

Fluent English and Spanish Experience:

At least 1-2 years of experience in HR, administrative support, or a fast-paced environment. Experience in the agriculture industry is preferred!

Tech Proficiency:

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and experienced with HRIS or ATS systems.

Skills:

Strong attention to detail (for compliance), excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required; associate's degree in human resources or business is a plus. Working Conditions This is an office-based role, but you may occasionally work in the nursery/field environment to assist with employee relations activities. Fast-paced environment requires the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, especially during peak planting/harvest seasons. Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (files, office supplies). Must be able to sit for long periods, with occasional walking on uneven surfaces in the nursery Benefits and Salary

• PPO Health Insurance (employer pays most of premium)
• 401K with Employer Match
• PTO/Holiday Pay/Sick Pay
• Life Insurance
• Starting salary $50,000 - $55,000 #

HHH Equal Opportunity Employer Pay:

$22.50 - $27.00 per hour Application Question(s): are you Bilingual (Spanish Speaking)? Do you have HR experience? Have you ever worked in Agriculture, Construction or an Industrial Environment? Do you live within 30 Miles of Carpinteria CA?

Work Location:

In person