HR Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist to join a mission-driven non-profit organization in San Jose, California. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who can provide practical HR support across diverse teams while fostering a respectful, compliant, and people-focused workplace. The role blends employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, and day-to-day HR operations to help leaders and employees navigate complex situations with confidence.

Responsibilities:
• Advise supervisors and department leaders on employee matters, offering clear guidance on policy application, workplace concerns, and effective people management practices.
• Lead the resolution of employee relations issues, including performance discussions, disciplinary matters, conflict management, and workplace investigations.
• Respond to employee complaints and sensitive personnel concerns with discretion while aligning actions with California employment regulations and organizational standards.
• Support recruitment efforts from opening a position through onboarding, including scheduling, candidate communication, offer coordination, and onboarding activities.
• Create a positive recruitment experience by keeping applicants informed, maintaining organized processes, and helping managers move efficiently through each stage of recruitment.
• Maintain accurate HR records and documentation, ensuring personnel information is updated, secure, and compliant with internal and legal requirements.
• Assist with leave administration, benefits-related support, and general HR administration to ensure employees receive timely and accurate information.
• Coach managers on best practices related to employee engagement, risk reduction, and consistent application of HR policies across healthcare and administrative teams.
• Contribute to HR programs and organizational initiatives that strengthen employee experience and support ongoing operational needs.• At least 3 years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist or similar HR role.
• Demonstrated success handling employee relations matters such as performance management, investigations, conflict resolution, and corrective action.
• Working knowledge of California employment law and HR compliance practices.
• Experience managing full-cycle recruitment, including interview coordination, offer support, and onboarding.
• Strong background in HR administration, employee documentation, and recordkeeping accuracy.
• Familiarity with benefits support, leave processes, and general HR operations.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms and standard business software tools.
• Strong judgment, communication skills, and the ability to manage confidential information with professionalism.