HR Administrator (Santa Barbara)

HR Administrator (Temp-to-Hire)
Location: SANTA, BARBARA, CALIFRONIA (Local Candidates Only)
Pay: $26-31 per hour
Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented HR Administrator to support daily human resources operations. This role provides direct administrative support to the HR Director and offers the opportunity to grow into a well-rounded HR professional. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in building a long-term career in HR and demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the HR Director
Assist with HR audits, compliance checks, and documentation

Generate, pull, and format reports from the HRIS system

Serve as payroll backup, with the ability to run a full payroll cycle independently within 90 days

Support various HR functions including benefits, leave of absence (LOA), recruitment, and operations

Handle additional administrative tasks as needed

Required Qualifications

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, or HR certification preferred

Minimum of 2 years of HR administrative experience, including payroll exposure

Strong proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems; ability to quickly learn new platforms

Experience with payroll processing and understanding of payroll cycles

High level of discretion handling confidential employee and compensation data

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with PeopleGuru or similar systems (e.g., Paylocity, Paycom, Rippling, BambooHR, ADP Workforce Now)

Background in payroll processing within a mid-sized organization
Familiarity with payroll tax, garnishments, and multi-cycle payroll runs
Ability to adapt to a variety of administrative tasks

Work Environment & Culture

Reports directly to the HR Director

Hands-on, collaborative team environment—ideal for someone willing to “roll up their sleeves”

Values reliability, long-term commitment, and strong work ethic

Temp-to-hire opportunity based on performance and fit

Ideal Candidate Profile

Calm, steady, and consistent under pressure

Able to work independently on established tasks

Detail-oriented and highly organized

Trustworthy, discreet, and professional with sensitive information

Strong interpersonal skills; coachable and respectful of role boundaries

Adaptable team player who is willing to assist as needed

How to Apply

Submit your updated resume to be considered. Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.

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Additional Skills

Key Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the HR Director Assist with HR audits, compliance checks, and documentation

Generate, pull, and format reports from the HRIS system

Serve as payroll backup, with the ability to run a full payroll cycle independently within 90 days

Support various HR functions including benefits, leave of absence (LOA), recruitment, and operations

Handle additional administrative tasks as needed

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with PeopleGuru or similar systems (e.g., Paylocity, Paycom, Rippling, BambooHR, ADP Workforce Now)
Background in payroll processing within a mid-sized organization Familiarity with payroll tax, garnishments, and multi-cycle payroll runs Ability to adapt to a variety of administrative tasks