Human Resources Generalist

HR Generalist 

Salary Exempt 
70,304 to $80,304    
San Rafael Headquarters
Reports to: HR Business Partner     
Effective Date: 07/30/2026

Job Summary:

This position is ideal for an HR professional who wants to deepen their expertise and gradually grow into a broader HR leadership role. You’ll work closely with senior management, receive clear guidance, and take on increasing ownership as the organization scales. We are seeking an individual who values a high level of customer service, has exceptional attention to detail, strong verbal and written communication skills, and is eager to continuously learn. The Human Resources Coordinator must be able to work independently. This position performs professional work of considerable difficulty, overseeing various administrative functions related to human resources to support the shareholders' long-term goals.

The HR Generalist will manage our employment policies and processes and train new managers either in-person and/or via Zoom. The ideal candidate will be comfortable presenting information and successfully engage with our new managers and assist with their onboarding and personnel questions. This role administers employee health and welfare plans and acts as liaison between employees and insurance providers. This role provides administrative support to the accounting and payroll function as needed, including record-keeping, file maintenance, and HRIS entry.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
Key Responsibilities
1. HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Management
•    Manage onboarding and offboarding, including documentation, systems updates, and employee communication
•    Maintain accurate HRIS and personnel records (ADP TotalSource preferred)
2. Employee Relations
•    Serve as a primary resource for day to day HR support
•    Assist with employee relations matters — performance concerns, investigations, and terminations — with guidance from management
•    Help foster a positive, compliant, and supportive workplace culture

3. Policy Implementation & Compliance
•    Support rollout and maintenance of HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook
•    Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, with emphasis on California regulations
•    Assist with documentation, internal controls, and governance initiatives
•    Work closely with Payroll, Finance, and Operations partners
•    Coordinate with HR Business Partner on HR related matters when needed
4. Compensation & Benefits Administration
•    Administer 401(k)
•    Assist with compensation reviews and bonus administration
5. Talent Acquisition
•    Support job postings 
•    Help ensure a smooth, positive candidate experience
Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
•    2–5 years of HR experience
•    Strong understanding of U.S. employment laws, especially California labor regulations
•    Hands on experience in HR operations, employee relations, and benefits administration
•    HRIS experience 
•    Strong communication, organization, and problem solving skills
•    Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams
Preferred Qualifications
•    Experience in a startup or scaling environment
•    HR certification (SHRM CP, PHR)

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating and sustaining a workplace where every person is treated with dignity and respect, and where hiring and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.