HR Generalist

Position Summary

The HR Generalist plays a key supportive role in day-to-day Human Resources operations. Working closely with the HR Manager, this position assists in a variety of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, employee relations, and policy implementation. The ideal candidate will bring a collaborative mindset and a strong understanding of California employment laws to help ensure smooth HR operations within a non-profit environment.

Key Responsibilities

o Support full-cycle recruitment and hiring activities in collaboration with the HR Manager.

o Draft and post job descriptions across various recruitment platforms.

o Assist with new hire orientation and onboarding processes.

o Provide guidance to staff and supervisors on HR policies and procedures, under the direction of the HR Manager.

o Support conflict resolution efforts and performance management processes as needed.

o Assist with ensuring organizational compliance with applicable federal, state (California), and local employment regulations.

o Work with the HR Manager to update and maintain the employee handbook and HR policies.

o Support preparation for audits and complete required documentation for regulatory agencies and funders.

o Assist in the administration of employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and various leave programs.

o Help coordinate employee leaves of absence (FMLA/CFRA, PDL, Disability, Workers’ Compensation).

o Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits questions and provider communication.

o Support annual open enrollment and employee benefits education sessions.

o Assist with enrollment and termination processing for employee benefit plans throughout the plan year.

o Maintain employee records in the HRIS system with accuracy and confidentiality.

o Provide support for payroll processing and communicate employee changes to the Finance team.

o Participate in employee engagement initiatives and wellness activities.

o Provide administrative and logistical support for triannual All Staff Trainings.

o Assist with developing and updating training materials.

o Maintain accurate records of employee training compliance.

*Other duties as assigned

Mandatory Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience required.
• 2–4 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a non-profit or mission-driven organization.
• Solid knowledge of California labor law and HR best practices.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Products; Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and HRIS/benefit administration systems.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Tell me about your experience, if any, using Paycom as an HRIS.

Experience:

• Human resources: 2 years (Preferred)
• HRIS: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Sacramento, CA 95814 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25