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What they do
A Human Resources Administrative Assistant supports an organization or company's HR department by performing personnel-related administrative tasks. Maintains HR records by entering new hires, transfers, terminations, employee changes, salary increases. Assists employees with benefit information and new employee setup. Schedules and tracks weekly overtime and internal staff events.
$57,736 / year median in California
-8% projected decline
Job Description
Human Resources Position Summary The Human Resources Generalist supports the daily functions of the Human Resources department, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, performance management, and HR operations. This role serves as a key resource for employees and managers while ensuring compliance with company policies and employment laws. Key Responsibilities Manage full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding employees. Administer new hire orientation and employee onboarding programs. Serve as a point of contact for employee relations matters and HR-related inquiries. Maintain employee records and HRIS data with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. Support benefits enrollment, leave administration, and workers' compensation processes. Assist with performance management, employee development, and training initiatives. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies. Conduct HR audits and maintain personnel files. Generate HR reports and analyze workforce data. Partner with managers to support organizational goals and workforce planning. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. 3+ years of Human Resources experience. Knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and employee relations. Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. Preferred Qualifications PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar HR certification. Experience supporting multi-state employees. Bilingual skills (Spanish preferred in some organizations). Experience with payroll, benefits administration, and leave management. Key Skills Employee Relations Talent Acquisition & Recruiting Onboarding & Training Benefits Administration HR Compliance Performance Management HRIS & Reporting Policy Interpretation Conflict Resolution Confidential Records Management All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.