What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Human Resources Generalist position at HireIO, Inc.?
Title: Sr HR Generalist
Term: 6-month contract
Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Hybrid)
Compensation: $30-60/hr
About us
We are a fast-growing robotics startup based in the Bay Area, working on building general-purpose robots to take on hazardous and physically demanding industrial tasks — enabling a safer, more efficient, and more productive world.
Key Responsibilities
HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle
- Manage end-to-end HR operations, including onboarding, offboarding, employee changes, and HR documentation.
- Lead structured onboarding processes for new hires in a fast-paced technical environment.
- Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HR data integrity across systems.
- Serve as the primary administrator and power user for Gusto HRIS/payroll systems.
Payroll & Benefits Administration
- Process payroll accurately and on time, including audits, reconciliations, and reporting.
- Administer employee benefits programs, leave management, and open enrollment processes.
Compliance & Employee Relations
- Ensure compliance with Federal, California, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Maintain and update HR policies, employee handbooks, and internal procedures.
- Support employee relations matters, including performance concerns, leaves of absence, accommodations, and terminations.
- Assist in maintaining compliant HR practices related to wage and hour laws, recordkeeping, and workplace policies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
- 5 years of progressive HR operations/generalist experience, preferably in a startup or high-growth environment.
- Strong knowledge of California employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
- Hands-on experience with Gusto HRIS/payroll system required.
- Experience managing payroll, benefits administration, onboarding, and employee lifecycle processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Salary : $30 - $60