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Vaco by Highspring

HR Generalist

Vaco by Highspring, Fullerton, California, United States, 92632

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Base pay range $60,000.00/yr - $71,000.00/yr

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HR Generalist We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented

HR Generalist

to join our client's team. The ideal candidate will have experience across HR functions including onboarding, payroll, benefits administration, compliance, and employee relations. This is a dynamic role supporting both office staff and field employees, requiring strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

Onboarding & Compliance

Prepare and send offer letters for office staff

Facilitate HR portion of new hire orientation

Maintain personnel files (electronic and paper)

Ensure compliance with I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification

Manage DMV pull notice program and insurance broker communications

Process employee terminations, certifications, and updates in HR systems

Benefits Administration

Assist with benefit renewals, open enrollment, and employee communications

Resolve claims and audit monthly invoices

Review and approve enrollments, cancellations, and changes

Administer leave of absence processes, COBRA, disability, and ACA compliance

Support employees with benefit-related questions and options

Payroll

Process weekly payroll in compliance with recordkeeping requirements

Update payroll systems with pay increases, deductions, garnishments, and 401k changes

Handle unemployment audits, VOE requests, EDD claims, and special payroll reports

Upload yearly benefit deductions and manage year-round updates

Participate in payroll automation projects

Additional HR Functions

Support petty cash management and anniversary awards

Participate in safety/claims management meetings

Enforce company policies and procedures

Manage HR-related inquiries from employees, supervisors, and applicants

Administer 401k transactions (loans, hardship withdrawals, terminations)

Conduct exit interviews and process final paychecks when needed

Maintain and develop HR department SOPs

Qualifications

3+ years of HR Generalist experience preferred

Strong knowledge of HR compliance, payroll, and benefits administration

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism

Proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems (experience with S2 a plus)

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources

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