HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner Robert Half - 3.9 Downey, CA Job Details Temporary | Contract $55 - $60 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Confidential information handling Team leadership Coaching Regulatory compliance HR legal compliance Performance management Bachelor's degree Employment law in talent management Cross-functional collaboration California labor law Cross-functional communication Full Job Description Robert Half is recruiting for an experienced HR Consultant / HR Business Partner for our public sector client. The consultant will have strong California public sector experience and can ensure compliance with labor laws, union agreements, and agency requirements. This role is hands-on and involves working closely with multiple departments to keep processes accurate, compliant, and efficient. This long term consulting opportunity will be located onsite in Downey, CA. Responsibilities Manage a large team of 15-20 through a HRIS and payroll implementation knowledge of full-cycle payroll for public sector employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Knowledge of key HR functions including onboarding, benefits, leaves, performance processes, and policy interpretation. Compliance with California labor laws, CalPERS/CalSTRS, and collective bargaining agreements. Advise leadership on HR and payroll policies, procedures, and regulatory changes. Maintain HRIS/payroll data integrity and produce needed reports or audits. Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and other departments to improve workflows and documentation. Provide guidance and oversight to HR/payroll staff. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Accounting, or related field (Master's a plus). 5+ years of HR and payroll experience, including 3+ years in a California public agency (city, county, state, district, or education). Strong knowledge of CalPERS, CalSTRS, FLSA, and CA wage and hour rules. Experience with union agreements/collective bargaining preferred. Skilled in payroll/HRIS systems (PeopleSoft, ADP, Workday, SAP, Tyler Munis, etc.). Strong organizational, communication, and confidentiality skills. Able to work independently and provide leadership as needed. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Accounting, or a related discipline; an advanced degree is beneficial. At least 5 years of combined HR and payroll experience, including 3 or more years supporting a California public agency environment. Demonstrated knowledge of California labor regulations, wage and hour requirements, and public sector retirement programs including CalPERS and CalSTRS. Experience working with union-represented employees and applying collective bargaining agreements in day-to-day HR or payroll decisions. Proficiency with HRIS and payroll platforms such as PeopleSoft, Workday, Tyler Munis, or similar enterprise systems. Strong background in employee relations, HR policy interpretation, performance management, and HR administration. Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strong organization, communication, and reporting skills. Proven capability to work independently while also coaching staff and partnering effectively with cross-functional stakeholders. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .