Ultimate Staffing
Overview
Position Title: Human Resources Generalist
Work Schedule/ Location: Fully onsite in Concord, CA
Hours: M-F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Salary: $30 - $35/ hour
Temporary for 6 months
Position Summary The HR Generalist is responsible for managing the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, engagement, benefits, payroll, compliance, and training. This role serves as a trusted resource for employees and managers, providing guidance on HR policies, employee relations, and performance management. In addition to administering payroll and benefits programs, the HR Generalist ensures compliance with employment laws, safety requirements, and company policies. The role also supports organizational culture through engagement initiatives, training programs, and effective communication, while handling day-to-day HR operations with accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Onboarding
Manage the full-cycle recruiting process, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and offers.
Partner with hiring managers and external recruiters as needed.
Lead onboarding activities: offer letters, new hire paperwork, system setup, orientation meetings, and integration into company culture.
Educating newly hired employees on HR policies.
Coordinate offboarding processes to ensure compliance and positive transitions.
Employee Relations & Engagement
Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and workplace practices.
Provide guidance to managers and employees on performance management, employee relations, and disciplinary matters.
Support employee engagement initiatives and activities to foster a positive workplace culture.
Obtains necessary budget authorization and initiates activities.
Benefits & Compensation
Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, 401k retirement plans, and leave of absence management.
Ensure timely enrollment of newly eligible employees in benefits plans.
Manage 401(k) contributions and payroll deductions; reconcile monthly benefit invoices in partnership with accounting.
Respond to benefits and payroll-related questions and resolve discrepancies.
Payroll & HR Systems
Manage and process payroll accurately in Payroll system, ensuring compliance with wage, tax, and deduction requirements.
Maintain complete and accurate payroll records, including timekeeping, wage garnishments, deductions, and benefit contributions.
Prepare payroll reports and assist process data through accounting system.
Ensure accurate administration of unemployment claims, wage garnishments, workers' compensation reporting, and related payroll compliance filings.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all payroll-related questions and ensure timely resolution of employee inquiries.
Maintain HRIS data and employee records with a high level of accuracy, security, and confidentiality.
Policies, Compliance & Safety
Develop, update, and implement HR policies, procedures and employee handbooks in partnership with leadership.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.
Oversee compliance with health and safety programs, including training, reporting, and safety equipment needs.
Training & Development
Assist with the creation and implementation of training programs.
Develop and manage the performance management tool.
General Administration
Participate in ad hoc projects and general office administrative tasks to support business as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 3 years of experience as an HR Generalist.
At least 2 years of experience supporting Talent Acquisition (including recruiting coordination).
Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Comfortable wearing many hats with strong prioritization and time management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on employee development and relationship building.
Self-motivated, energetic, and solutions-oriented with a positive, can-do attitude
Excellent problem-solving and organizational abilities.
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
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Work Schedule/ Location: Fully onsite in Concord, CA
Hours: M-F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Salary: $30 - $35/ hour
Temporary for 6 months
Position Summary The HR Generalist is responsible for managing the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, engagement, benefits, payroll, compliance, and training. This role serves as a trusted resource for employees and managers, providing guidance on HR policies, employee relations, and performance management. In addition to administering payroll and benefits programs, the HR Generalist ensures compliance with employment laws, safety requirements, and company policies. The role also supports organizational culture through engagement initiatives, training programs, and effective communication, while handling day-to-day HR operations with accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Onboarding
Manage the full-cycle recruiting process, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and offers.
Partner with hiring managers and external recruiters as needed.
Lead onboarding activities: offer letters, new hire paperwork, system setup, orientation meetings, and integration into company culture.
Educating newly hired employees on HR policies.
Coordinate offboarding processes to ensure compliance and positive transitions.
Employee Relations & Engagement
Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and workplace practices.
Provide guidance to managers and employees on performance management, employee relations, and disciplinary matters.
Support employee engagement initiatives and activities to foster a positive workplace culture.
Obtains necessary budget authorization and initiates activities.
Benefits & Compensation
Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, 401k retirement plans, and leave of absence management.
Ensure timely enrollment of newly eligible employees in benefits plans.
Manage 401(k) contributions and payroll deductions; reconcile monthly benefit invoices in partnership with accounting.
Respond to benefits and payroll-related questions and resolve discrepancies.
Payroll & HR Systems
Manage and process payroll accurately in Payroll system, ensuring compliance with wage, tax, and deduction requirements.
Maintain complete and accurate payroll records, including timekeeping, wage garnishments, deductions, and benefit contributions.
Prepare payroll reports and assist process data through accounting system.
Ensure accurate administration of unemployment claims, wage garnishments, workers' compensation reporting, and related payroll compliance filings.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all payroll-related questions and ensure timely resolution of employee inquiries.
Maintain HRIS data and employee records with a high level of accuracy, security, and confidentiality.
Policies, Compliance & Safety
Develop, update, and implement HR policies, procedures and employee handbooks in partnership with leadership.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.
Oversee compliance with health and safety programs, including training, reporting, and safety equipment needs.
Training & Development
Assist with the creation and implementation of training programs.
Develop and manage the performance management tool.
General Administration
Participate in ad hoc projects and general office administrative tasks to support business as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 3 years of experience as an HR Generalist.
At least 2 years of experience supporting Talent Acquisition (including recruiting coordination).
Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Comfortable wearing many hats with strong prioritization and time management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on employee development and relationship building.
Self-motivated, energetic, and solutions-oriented with a positive, can-do attitude
Excellent problem-solving and organizational abilities.
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
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