Human Resources (HR) Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager? HR Generalist to support a nonprofit organization in San Bernardino, California. This Long-term Contract position will provide steady leadership across daily HR activities while ensuring compliant, well-organized people operations. The role is ideal for a hands-on HR specialist who can manage employee support functions, strengthen internal processes, and bring structure to a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Direct day-to-day human resources activities and help maintain consistent application of organizational policies and established practices.

• Coordinate leave of absence cases from start to finish, including recordkeeping, status tracking, employee communication, and interaction with external partners when required.

• Oversee benefits administration by managing enrollments, updates, issue resolution, and employee assistance related to available plans.

• Monitor HR practices for alignment with California employment regulations and nonprofit workforce standards, addressing compliance needs proactively.

• Provide guidance on employee relations concerns, prepare appropriate documentation, and follow through on next steps with discretion and care.

• Work closely with legal counsel on sensitive personnel matters, risk-related issues, and employment compliance questions.

• Create, refine, and maintain HR procedures, workflows, and reference materials to improve consistency and operational efficiency.

• Lead assigned HR initiatives, manage special projects, and keep organizational leadership informed of priorities, activity, and potential areas of concern./HR

• At least 2 years of experience in an HR Coordinator, HR Manager, or comparable human resources position.
• Previous human resources experience within a nonprofit organization is required.
• Demonstrated expertise in administering leave of absence programs and related documentation processes.
• Strong background in employee benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, and employee support.
• Working knowledge of California labor laws, HR compliance obligations, and standard employment practices.
• Experience handling employee relations matters with sound judgment, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys or legal counsel on sensitive HR issues.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and follow-through skills, with the ability to improve processes in a structured work environment.