HR Compliance Specialist

HR Compliance Specialist

Hybrid - South San Francisco, CA

Location: South San Francisco, CA

Schedule: Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Department: Human Resources

Reports to: SR HR Director

Pay Range: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour


**The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/hr for employees hired in the Bay Area. The pay range provided in this job posting represents the typical range or starting rate for candidates hired within the Bay Area region. Candidates hired in other California locations may have different starting salaries based on cost of living and market data variations. Factors that may be used to determine your actual starting salary include your education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, the market data for your work location, and internal comparisons to other employees in similar roles.**

Make a Meaningful Impact


Aspiranet, a leading California nonprofit serving children, youth, and families, is seeking a detail-driven HR Compliance Specialist to support workforce compliance and regulatory operations.


This role is essential in maintaining compliance across multiple regulatory agencies while ensuring timely onboarding, accurate records, and audit readiness.

About Aspiranet


Aspiranet is a mission-driven social services agency with a legacy of supporting California communities since 1975. We are committed to making sure that every child is loved, every family is supported, and every individual has the tools to succeed.


Our services stretch across the state and include foster and resources for family support, adoption services, mental health care, residential services, youth transition programs to assist from foster care to adulthood, and community-based initiatives. At Aspiranet, every role contributes to something greater-to help create a future where opportunity, hope, and healing are within everyone's reach.

Position Summary


The HR Compliance Specialist ensures compliance with employee driving records, background clearances, credential verification, and workforce reporting.


This role partners with internal teams and external agencies to maintain accurate data, resolve compliance issues, and support audits and reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Oversight

• Ensure compliance with DMV, Community Care Licensing, CDSS, DOJ, and Joint Commission requirements
• Monitor regulatory updates and maintain compliant processes

Background Checks & Clearances

• Manage criminal background clearance processes and resolve delays
• Maintain Guardian system records and fingerprinting documentation

DMV & Driving Records

• Oversee DMV Pull Notice Program and employee driving compliance
• Review records, investigate discrepancies, and issue notifications

Credentialing & Verification

• Process degree verifications and conduct SSN/license validations
• Review out-of-state candidate documentation

Reporting & Data Management

• Maintain compliance records and support EEO-1 and CA Pay Data reporting
• Assist with workforce reporting and audits

HR Operations Support

• Process wage increases and support HR initiatives
• Handle confidential information with discretion

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Compliance, licensing, or regulated environment experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems (UKG a plus)
• Excellent communication and ability to manage sensitive data

Work Environment


Hybrid role with 2 days onsite in South San Francisco . Standard office environment.

Why Aspiranet?

• Mission-driven work with real community impact
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Flexible hybrid schedule
• Supportive and collaborative culture