Human Resources Generalist (Remote-Flexible)

This is a limited-term position funded for one year from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension. Sierra Health Foundation is a private philanthropy with a mission to invest in and serve as a catalyst for ideas, partnerships, and programs that improve health and quality of life for all Californians. The foundation is committed to improving health outcomes and reducing health disparities through convening, educating, and strategic grant-making.
Sierra Health Foundation is an equal opportunity employer; With the common goal of forging a new path to promote health, racial equity, and racial justice in our communities, we want and need a team that can bring their unique perspectives and stories to the table to best support our communities.
Sierra Health Foundation currently operates on a hybrid work schedule with core in-office days of Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and optional telework days on Mondays and Fridays.
The Limited Term Human Resources Generalist is a trusted, versatile HR professional responsible for supporting a broad range of human resources functions across the employee life cycle. This role delivers operational excellence and a human-centered employee experience in leave of absence administration, benefits, health and safety, and core HR programs. The HR Generalist exercises sound judgment, applies employment laws and internal policies consistently, and partners with employees and leadership to promote compliance, equity, and alignment with the organization’s mission and values.
Administer and coordinate all leave of absence programs, including Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), paid state leave programs, military leave, and other employer-sponsored leave programs.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees going on or returning from leave, providing timely, accurate, and compassionate guidance throughout the process.
• Coordinate with payroll, benefits providers, and state agencies to ensure accurate pay, benefits continuation, and documentation during leave periods.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local leave regulations and maintain complete and accurate records.

Support the administration of all employer-sponsored benefit programs in partnership with external brokers and vendors.
• Communicate proactively with employees regarding benefit options, wellness programs, reimbursement opportunities, and account usage.
Serve as the lead for Workers’ Compensation claims administration, coordination, and return-to-work processes.

• Maintain and update the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) and other required health and safety plans.
• Employee Relations and General HR Support
• Serve as a resource for employees, responding to inquiries and providing guidance on policies, procedures, and workplace concerns.
• Support employee relations matters, including intake, documentation, and resolution of routine issues, escalating sensitive or complex matters to leadership as appropriate.
• Interpret and apply HR policies consistently while maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and respect for employees.
• Support onboarding, offboarding, personnel changes, and the maintenance of accurate employee records in HRIS and related systems.
• Assist with the development, review, and updating of the employee handbook, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance compliance, operational effectiveness, equity, and the overall employee experience.
• Process HR and office mail as needed.
• May provide receptionist coverage while in the office.
• Special HR projects as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible Human Resources experience may be considered.

• Minimum of four (4) to six (6) years of progressive Human Resources experience across multiple HR functions.
• Working knowledge of benefits administration, employee relations practices, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar) preferred but not required. Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and advancing the organization’s mission and values.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Proofreads and edits own work and the work of others to improve quality, readability, consistency, and effectiveness of documentation/communication.

• COMPUTER SKILLS

Must be proficient in Windows, Microsoft Office, Outlook, database software, Adobe Acrobat, Visio, applicant tracking systems (i.e., Hireology preferred), HRIS systems (ADP experience highly desirable) Zoom and Teams platforms and internet use.
Passion for the Foundation’s mission is essential.

• Familiarity with full life cycle recruitment processes.
• Familiarity with HR databases, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Candidate Management Systems (CMS), including Hireology.
• Demonstrates a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple projects and priorities.
• Creative, enthusiastic, and independent; Ability to be flexible and adaptable to work in a matrixed organization.
• Works effectively with diverse and remote team members.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires occasional overtime work.
Sierra Health Foundation offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Salary: The hiring range for this position is $74,400 TO $85,000 annually . In alignment with our commitment to pay equity and transparency, we do not consider salary counters above this range.
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Life and AD&D insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
Retirement benefits through a 401(k) plan with employer matching up to 6%
Wellness programs, including reimbursement and wellness-paid time off throughout the year

Further details will be shared during the hiring process.