HR Generalist

HR Generalist Location: Camarillo, CA - Onsite 5 days/week Compensation: $80,000-$85,000 Type: Open to both direct hire and temp-to-hire candidates Overview A well-established nonprofit organization in Camarillo seeking a skilled and proactive HR Generalist to join their team. This is a highly visible, hands‑on role supporting all HR operations. The ideal candidate is an independent, detail‑oriented HR professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, exercises strong judgment, and communicates with professionalism and discretion. This opportunity is looking to pay between 75k-80k and is open to considering candidates at both a direct hire or temp-to-hire capacity. Key Responsibilities Manage full-cycle leave of absence processes, including FMLA, CFRA, disability, and personal leaves Coordinate employee accommodation requests in compliance with ADA and California law Serve as a first point of contact for employee relations matters, investigations, and documentation Draft HR communications, including coaching memos, corrective action letters, and policy updates Support recruiting efforts, including screening, interview coordination, and hiring manager partnership Maintain employee files, HRIS data accuracy, and audit‑ready HR records Support onboarding, offboarding, and general HR administration Assist with benefits questions, open enrollment, and broker communication Ensure compliance with California labor laws and nonprofit HR standards Collaborate with finance and payroll teams as needed for employee changes Ideal Candidate Self‑starter who takes ownership and works well with minimal supervision Strong judgment and professionalism when handling sensitive situations Comfortable in a high‑touch, mission‑driven environment Excellent written communication skills; HR documentation is a core function of this role Able to manage competing priorities in a dynamic workplace Comfortable working in a campus setting where families and children are present on site Requirements 3-5 years of HR Generalist experience Experience in the non‑profit industry is preferred, not required Strong knowledge of California employment law Experience managing leave of absence and employee accommodations Solid employee relations background Experience with an HRIS system (Paycom a plus) Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred, equivalent experience considered Must be able to pass an extensive background check, including Live Scan, DOJ clearance, TB test, physical, and community care licensing (cannabis included as this is a federal contractor) EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. #J-18808-Ljbffr