Head of Recruiting & HR

Anton Capital is a respected real estate firm specializing in property development, construction, and property management across market-rate and affordable housing. With a team of 130+ employees across affiliated companies, we are committed to delivering high-quality housing and fostering a strong, collaborative workplace culture.

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Manager of Human Resources to own and lead all HR and payroll functions for a workforce of 130+ employees across our affiliated companies. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented HR professional who is equally comfortable managing day‑to‑day employee relations, full‑cycle payroll, and navigating complex California employment matters, including leave administration and litigation management.

This is a fully on‑site position based at our corporate office in Sacramento, with a traditional work schedule beginning at 8:00 a.m. The selected candidate will receive training and transition support from the outgoing HR leader.

Oversee all HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and compliance

Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on employee relations and organizational matters

Administer and manage employee leaves of absence in compliance with applicable laws (FMLA, CFRA, PDL, etc.)

Manage and oversee employment-related legal matters, including coordination with outside counsel

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

Develop, implement, and update HR policies and procedures

Lead benefits administration, compensation planning, and employee engagement initiatives

Own and manage full‑cycle payroll processing for 130+ employees through Paylocity, including preparation, review, reconciliation, tax filings, and reporting, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations across all affiliated entities

Annually review, negotiate, and execute the company's healthcare benefit plans, including coordination with brokers, cost analysis, renewals strategy, and administration of all employee benefits programs

Support training and development programs to strengthen team performance and retention

Manage workers' compensation claims and return‑to‑work programs

Bachelor's degree required; degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred

Experience with litigation management and employee relations issues

Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred

Experience with Yardi and Ease preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required