Human Resources Generalist

HR Generalist / HR Operations Specialist Location: Irvine, CA Schedule: Hybrid – 3 days onsite, Tuesday–Thursday Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire Experience: 3–5 years Start Date: ASAP Green Key is partnering with an established organization in Irvine, CA, to identify an HR Generalist / HR Operations professional to join their team. While the title is HR Generalist, this position is heavily focused on HR Operations, Talent Acquisition, onboarding/offboarding, process improvement, and employee development. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and process-driven but also genuinely enjoy working with people. This is a great opportunity for someone who likes to stay busy, take ownership, and look beyond simply completing a task. We're looking for someone who naturally asks "why?" and looks for ways to improve processes rather than approaching HR as purely transactional. The position is structured as temp-to-hire, with the expectation of conversion within the first three months for a strong performer. Key Responsibilities HR Operations & Administration Manage day-to-day HR operations and maintain accurate employee information and records. Utilize Workday to manage and maintain employee data and HR processes. Support the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and processes. Ensure HR processes and documentation remain compliant with applicable employment laws and regulations. Identify opportunities to streamline and improve HR processes. Maintain organized and accurate HR documentation. Onboarding & Offboarding Coordinate the full onboarding process for new hires. Conduct and coordinate new hire orientations and onboarding activities. Ensure new employees receive appropriate information regarding company policies, procedures, and benefits. Coordinate offboarding activities and ensure all required steps and documentation are completed. Assist departing employees with COBRA and benefits-related processes as needed. Talent Acquisition Manage full-cycle recruiting for assigned positions. Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and develop effective recruiting strategies. Write and post job descriptions. Source and identify qualified candidates through LinkedIn and other recruiting channels. Demonstrate the ability to hunt for and engage passive candidates. Conduct candidate screening and coordinate interviews. Support background checks, offer preparation, and other pre-employment processes. Employee Development & Performance Support the employee performance review process. Help ensure career paths and employee development opportunities are clearly mapped out. Coordinate training and development initiatives. Support programs designed to improve employee engagement, development, and retention. Employee Experience & Culture Serve as an HR resource and brand ambassador for the organization. Help communicate company programs, policies, culture, and values to employees. Explain and promote company benefits to new hires. Provide a high level of customer service to employees and managers. Partner with leadership to support a positive, collaborative, and high-performing workplace culture. What We're Looking For 3–5 years of HR experience, preferably with a strong HR Operations and Talent Acquisition background. Workday proficiency is required. Hands-on experience with full-cycle recruiting. Demonstrated LinkedIn sourcing experience, including the ability to identify passive candidates. Experience with onboarding and offboarding processes. Experience writing and posting job descriptions. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and follow-through. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr