HR Generalist

HR Generalist

LHH is partnering with a mission-driven non-profit organization in Central San Diego to hire an HR Generalist to support their team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, is highly detail-oriented, and enjoys supporting a diverse employee population. The position will play a key role in day-to-day HR operations, with a strong focus on leaves of absence, compliance, and employee support.

Responsibilities:

• Support day-to-day HR operations including employee inquiries, issues, and general HR support
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and responding to employee questions
• Manage the full lifecycle of leaves of absence (LOAs), including intake, documentation, tracking, and communication with employees and managers
• Ensure LOA processes are compliant with FMLA, CFRA, ADA, and other applicable regulations
• Partner with payroll and benefits teams to ensure accurate processing of leave-related pay and benefits continuation
• Assist with full-cycle recruitment including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and onboarding support
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, files, and HR documentation
• Support employee relations efforts by assisting with investigations, documentation, and resolution tracking
• Prepare reports and assist with audits related to HR data, compliance, and leaves
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve HR processes and ensure consistency across policies and procedures
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with a high level of professionalism and discretion

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of HR experience in a generalist or related role
• Hands-on experience managing leaves of absence (LOAs) and knowledge of applicable regulations (FMLA, CFRA, ADA)
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple processes simultaneously
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and service-oriented environment
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Compensation & Schedule:

• $28–$34/hour
• Contract opportunity with potential for extension or long-term position
• Full-time, Monday–Friday
• Standard business hours
• Fully onsite in Central San Diego

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply