REMOTE Junior HR Generalist

HR Consultant
Reports to: Director of Consulting Services
Classification: Non-Exempt, Full-time
**We are seeking an individual with HR experience and we are not looking for a candidate whose primary experience is within workday/HRIS consultancy or in HR data analytics. We will not progress applications if your primary experience is in these areas.
Silvers HR, a division of The Larkin Company, is a trusted human resources consulting firm that has supported organizations across California for over 20 years. We partner with clients to deliver practical, compliant, and customized HR solutions, backed by deep expertise in California employment law and workplace best practices.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Human Resources Consultant to join our team. In this role, youll work alongside experienced HR professionals to support a variety of client engagements, including employee relations, performance management, wage and hour compliance, leave of absence guidance, and management training.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned HR professional to gain hands-on consulting experience, expand their knowledge across multiple industries, and grow within a collaborative and supportive environment. At Silvers HR, we value curiosity, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work that makes a meaningful impact for our clients.
Provide guidance and industry expertise to clients on the full spectrum of HR functions, such as employee relations, wage and hour compliance, performance management, leave of absence and management skills training.
Offer consultation to clients on employee relations issues, leave of absence programs, employee handbook policies, and employee performance management, researching best practices and making relevant recommendations.
Coach clients on effectively interpreting and enforcing employment and wage and hour laws, policies, and procedures, ensuring compliance.
Develop and review documents, letters, and policies for clients to communicate their practices and policies, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
Assist in performing HR Practices Reviews to assess clients' HR practices and identify areas for improvement, offering tailored training and resources.
Facilitate the creation of customized employee handbooks using the Silvers HR template, ensuring alignment with clients' unique business needs.
Facilitate Silvers HR Training programs surrounding topics as performance management and harassment prevention.
Contribute to the Silvers HR Newsletter publication by researching and writing articles on relevant HR topics.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
Professional certification in HR (SPHR, PHR, PHRca, or SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP).
Minimum 5 years, preferably 7 years, of Human Resources experience, focusing on California employment laws and regulations, recruiting, employee relations, onboarding/offboarding, training and/or performance management.
Ability to research and provide guidance on HR issues.
Familiarity with HR software and technology tools.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
This includes creating well-structured documents, such as reports, proposals, and correspondence, while maintaining proper grammar, punctuation, and style.
Employee Relations Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of hands-on experience in employee relations. Proven ability to provide employers with strategic advice and recommendations on complex HR matters, with sound judgment on when to escalate issues to ensure appropriate support and resolution.
Ability to interpret and apply legal regulations accurately.
Policy Development: Experience in developing HR policies and handbooks that align with employment laws and best practices.
Research and Analysis: Strong research skills to analyze California employment laws and practices, presenting clients with various options and their respective pros and cons.
Training Experience Preferred: Experience in conducting harassment prevention training (AB 1825/SB1343) and developing/conducting supervisory/management training programs.
Recruitment Experience Preferred: Experience in talent acquisition, particularly in sourcing and hiring HR professionals.
Travel: Ability to travel within Northern California, with a focus on the Sacramento area. Flexibility: ability to change course on occasion with regards to schedules and projects based on client needs.
Virtual Team Experience: Prior experience working within a virtual team, demonstrating maturity, confidentiality, and strong organizational skills.
Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency: High-level proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) for reporting, presentations, and documentation.
Excellent judgment to assess situations and determine when other experts or legal counsel should be consulted.
Remote and On-site Work: The Jr. HR Consultant will primarily work a hybrid schedule, working remotely and in our Roseville office, and must also be flexible to travel to clients' offices as needed.
Excellent verbal communication skills are essential, as the Consultant will frequently engage in phone and in-person discussions.
Workstation Setup: The Consultant must be comfortable with extended periods of sitting and utilizing keyboard and computer equipment.
Close vision abilities are required for driving and reading detailed documents.
This is a full-time Jr. HR Consultant position and will be classified as non-exempt. Hours will be from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.

Benefits: Please see our website for a list of all our wonderful benefits
Join our team and contribute your expertise in shaping the future of HR practices for our valued clients! Silvers HR is an EOE employer.
Interested candidates who meet the qualifications above are encouraged to apply with a resume and cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io.