Senior HR Generalist

SENIOR HR GENERALIST Santa Ana, CA | Full-Time, Exempt | $80,000 - $90,000/year | Onsite OneOC is proud to partner with Cristo Rey Orange County High School to recruit this exceptional opportunity. Benefits 403(b) Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development About Cristo Rey Orange County High School Cristo Rey Orange County High School is a Catholic, college-preparatory school committed to transforming lives through education, faith, and opportunity. As part of the national Cristo Rey Network, students gain professional work experience through the innovative Corporate Work Study Program while preparing for college and future careers. The Opportunity This is more than a traditional HR role. Cristo Rey Orange County High School is seeking a Senior HR Generalist to serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to leadership. This is a high-impact “HR team of one” opportunity for an experienced HR professional who thrives in building structure, ensuring compliance, and supporting a mission‑driven workplace. What You’ll Lead & Own Strategic HR Leadership Partner directly with leadership on HR strategy and organizational effectiveness Build and strengthen HR systems, infrastructure, and processes Serve as a coach and advisor to managers on employee matters Payroll, Compliance & HR Operations Manage full‑cycle payroll processing using Gusto Ensure compliance with California employment laws, wage and hour regulations, OSHA, and applicable agencies Oversee HRIS, personnel records, reporting, and audit‑ready documentation Manage timekeeping, leave tracking, and benefits administration Lead employee handbook updates and policy development Oversee workplace safety and workers’ compensation claims Track and ensure completion of required trainings Talent Acquisition & Employee Relations Lead full‑cycle recruitment, sourcing, screening, and onboarding Partner with hiring managers to attract mission‑aligned talent Manage onboarding, background checks, and fingerprinting Lead employee relations efforts, investigations, and conflict resolution Support performance management and corrective action processes Foster a positive, equitable, and mission‑aligned workplace culture What You Bring Familiarity with or openness to the teachings and mission of the Catholic Church, along with commitment to building a vibrant organizational culture aligned with Cristo Rey’s mission and Catholic identity Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) 7–10+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a nonprofit or educational setting Demonstrated experience managing payroll processing (Gusto preferred) Strong knowledge of California employment law and HR compliance Proven ability to operate independently in an HR team‑of‑one environment Experience advising leadership and handling complex employee relations matters Highly organized with strong attention to detail and sound judgment Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and HR systems HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP/SCP) preferred Why Join Cristo Rey Orange County High School? Be part of a mission‑driven organization transforming students’ lives Opportunity to build and shape HR infrastructure in a growing school Direct partnership with executive leadership Access to a national network of 41 Cristo Rey schools Compensation & Benefits Salary: $80,000 – $90,000 annually Medical, dental, and vision insurance 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution Generous paid time off and holidays Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Equal Opportunity Cristo Rey is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr