Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Part-time Human Resources (HR) Generalist to support employees and leaders in California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can balance day-to-day HR support with sound judgment on sensitive workplace matters. The person in this role will help maintain a respectful, compliant work environment by advising on employee relations, performance concerns, and California employment practices.

Responsibilities:

• Lead workplace reviews and fact-finding efforts involving employee concerns, policy issues, and other sensitive personnel matters, while maintaining neutrality and discretion.

• Prepare clear documentation of investigation outcomes and recommend practical next steps that align with company policy and employment regulations.

• Work closely with managers to address performance challenges, resolve interpersonal conflict, and support appropriate corrective action planning.

• Oversee disciplinary and separation processes, ensuring each step is handled consistently and in accordance with California labor requirements.

• Advise leadership on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, with particular focus on California wage, hour, and leave obligations.

• Evaluate and refine HR policies, procedures, and handbook content to keep guidance current, accurate, and aligned with organizational needs.

• Respond to employee questions related to benefits, leave, compensation, workplace expectations, and general HR programs in a timely and thorough manner.

• Support core HR administration, including onboarding coordination, HRIS updates, and routine follow-up related to employee records and processes.

• At least 3 years of progressive experience in human resources, including employee relations and HR administration.
• Strong understanding of California employment law, including wage and hour rules, leave requirements, and workplace compliance standards.
• Demonstrated experience conducting employee investigations and managing sensitive workplace matters with confidentiality.
• Background handling disciplinary actions, terminations, and performance management issues in a compliant manner.
• Familiarity with benefits support, payroll-related inquiries, onboarding activities, and HRIS systems.
• Effective communication and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to build trust across employee and leadership groups.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR is preferred.