HR Generalist (Temporary)

HR Generalist (Temporary) Birdie - 3.0 Elk Grove, CA Job Details Temporary $30 - $32 an hour 8 hours ago Qualifications HR department experience Employment law HR legal compliance California labor law Full Job Description A client of Birdie is seeking an experienced HR Professional to join them in a three-to-six-month temporary assignment!

THE OPPORTUNITY

This HR Generalist will support day-to-day HR operations for our California-based client across the employee lifecycle, with a focus on HR operations, compliance, employee relations, and HR systems administration. This role partners with HR leadership and business leaders to ensure compliant, consistent practices across a multi-site, regulated workforce, including special education and clinical environments. The position exercises independent judgment and supports investigations, audits, and complex employee matters while promoting a positive employee experience.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Coordinate and manage the Human Resources inbox, responding to employee inquiries in a timely and professional manner and escalating issues as appropriate Prepare and send templated letters to returning employees outlining pay rates, hours, and other employment details Process verifications of employment in accordance with organizational policies and confidentiality standards Assist with employee password resets and basic system access support following established procedures Update and maintain accurate employee records, including name, address, and other demographic changes Respond to employee questions related to W-2s, W-4s, and bonus documentation, escalating payroll-specific issues when needed Prepare and distribute termination packets, ensuring required documentation is complete and accurate Provide general administrative and operational support to the HR team, including data entry, document preparation, and tracking of requests Perform other HR administrative duties and special projects as assigned to support departmental needs

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

3+ years of progressive HR experience Experience supporting employee low complexity lifecycle transactions and HR processes Works under guidance on employee relations and compliance-related matters Experience with California employment law required Experience with ADP and/or Workday strongly preferred

WHAT OUR ORGANIZATION IS PROVIDING

Expected hourly pay of $30 - $32/hr based on experience. Birdie provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetics, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. In addition to federal law requirements, Birdie complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Birdie will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants for failing to disclose wage rate history in accordance with applicable law. Birdie expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Birdie employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.