Overview
LHH is teaming up with an independent educational institution in Oakland, CA in search of an HR Manager to support the full scope of human resources operations across a diverse and intellectually driven community. This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven organization that values collaboration, high standards, and thoughtful engagement. The HR Manager will be the sole HR professional on-site, working closely with leadership and the business office to ensure compliance, streamline systems, and support a talented team of educators and staff. The environment is collegial, detail-oriented, and deeply committed to both academic excellence and operational integrity. The ideal candidate is a master-level HR generalist with strong California employment law knowledge, exceptional attention to detail, and a proactive mindset. Experience in education or nonprofit settings is highly preferred. This role requires someone who thrives in a one-person HR shop, communicates clearly, and brings intellectual curiosity and resourcefulness to their work.
Base pay range
$100,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and internal policies.
- Maintain and optimize HRIS systems and employee records.
- Administer benefits, compensation updates, and leave management.
- Support recruitment and onboarding processes using Applicant Pro and other platforms.
- Serve as a point of contact for employee relations and performance management.
- Collaborate with leadership on training programs and compliance tracking.
- Prepare HR reports and participate in special projects.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (required).
- 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including generalist and payroll processing.
- Strong preference for candidates with independent school or nonprofit experience.
- Proficiency in ADP, EASE, Applicant Pro, Google Suite, and HRIS systems.
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.
- Deep understanding of CA employment law and HR compliance.
- Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Job Details
- Job Type: Direct Hire
- Start Date: ASAP
- Location: Fully on-site in Oakland, CA
- Hours: MondayFriday, 8 AM5 PM
- Pay Rate: $100,000$135,000 Depending on experience
Benefits
This organization offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employee well-being and work-life balance. Benefits include fully paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time employees, with employer contributions toward dependent medical coverage. The organization provides a generous vacation and sick leave policy, a retirement plan with a 5% employer contribution that vests immediately without requiring a match, and disability coverage. Additional perks include flexible spending accounts, free parking, daily lunch for faculty and staff, and social and networking events to foster community.
Equal Opportunity
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
How to apply
If you have the qualifications above and are interested in this opportunity please apply today! If you are curious what else is available, please review the LHH website!
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Mid-Senior level
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