Fremont Bank
Title:Senior HR Specialist - Temp Contractor
Job Location:Livermore, CA
Hiring salary range:$39.61 to $49.85 per hour
Fremont Bank founded in 1964, is one of the oldest independently owned banks in the Bay Area and is one of the top-ratedmid-tier banks in the nation. Voted a Top Workplace for 2024 and for the past fifteen consecutive years, Fremont Bank has an immediate opening for a Senior HR Specialist in Livermore, CA.
Position Overview:
The Senior HR Specialist supports the day-to-day operations of the HumanResources department. This position assists with a wide range of HR functions,including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration,HRIS maintenance, and compliance. The role serves as a key resource foremployees and management, ensuring that HR policies and procedures areimplemented effectively and consistently.
Role and Responsibilities:
Recruitment & Onboarding Coordinatejob postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, and communicationwith applicants. Assisthiring managers throughout the recruitment process, ensuring a smooth andefficient experience. Prepareand send offer letters, background checks, and onboarding documentation. Facilitatenew hire orientation and support onboarding activities. Employee Support &Relations Serveas the first point of contact for HR-related questions from employees. Provideguidance on policies, procedures, and HR tools or systems. Escalateemployee concerns appropriately while maintaining confidentiality andprofessionalism. Helpsupport a positive workplace culture and employee engagement efforts. HRIS & Records Management Maintainaccurate employee data in the HR Information System (HRIS) and otherdatabases. Ensuretimely updates for new hires, terminations, promotions, and changes incompensation or status. Fileand maintain confidential personnel records in compliance with legalrequirements. Benefits & Payroll Support Assistwith benefits enrollment, changes, and inquiries related to health,dental, vision, life insurance, and other programs. Supportannual open enrollment processes. Partnerwith payroll to ensure accurate processing of timekeeping, lunch premiums,deductions, and other payroll-impacting changes. Compliance & Reporting EnsureHR practices are compliant with federal, state, and local employment laws. Assistwith audits, employee file reviews, and mandatory reporting. Supportworkplace safety and leave administration (FMLA, ADA, etc.). Projects & General Support Participatein HR initiatives such as performance review cycles, engagement surveys,training programs, and DEI efforts. Assistin planning and executing employee events, recognition programs, and otherHR-led activities. Continuouslyidentify and recommend process improvements. Otherprojects as assigned by management. Qualifications and Education Requirements: Bachelor’sdegree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related fieldpreferred. 3to 5 years of experience in a generalist or coordinator-level HR role. PHR,SHRM-CP, or similar certification a plus. FinancialServices experience a plus. Skills & Competencies: Knowledgeof California HR principles and employment law. Stronginterpersonal and communication skills. Highlevel of professionalism and confidentiality. Strongorganizational skills with attention to detail. Abilityto prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP, Workday,BambooHR, Cornerstone) and MS Office Suite.
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Job Location:Livermore, CA
Hiring salary range:$39.61 to $49.85 per hour
Fremont Bank founded in 1964, is one of the oldest independently owned banks in the Bay Area and is one of the top-ratedmid-tier banks in the nation. Voted a Top Workplace for 2024 and for the past fifteen consecutive years, Fremont Bank has an immediate opening for a Senior HR Specialist in Livermore, CA.
Position Overview:
The Senior HR Specialist supports the day-to-day operations of the HumanResources department. This position assists with a wide range of HR functions,including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration,HRIS maintenance, and compliance. The role serves as a key resource foremployees and management, ensuring that HR policies and procedures areimplemented effectively and consistently.
Role and Responsibilities:
Recruitment & Onboarding Coordinatejob postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, and communicationwith applicants. Assisthiring managers throughout the recruitment process, ensuring a smooth andefficient experience. Prepareand send offer letters, background checks, and onboarding documentation. Facilitatenew hire orientation and support onboarding activities. Employee Support &Relations Serveas the first point of contact for HR-related questions from employees. Provideguidance on policies, procedures, and HR tools or systems. Escalateemployee concerns appropriately while maintaining confidentiality andprofessionalism. Helpsupport a positive workplace culture and employee engagement efforts. HRIS & Records Management Maintainaccurate employee data in the HR Information System (HRIS) and otherdatabases. Ensuretimely updates for new hires, terminations, promotions, and changes incompensation or status. Fileand maintain confidential personnel records in compliance with legalrequirements. Benefits & Payroll Support Assistwith benefits enrollment, changes, and inquiries related to health,dental, vision, life insurance, and other programs. Supportannual open enrollment processes. Partnerwith payroll to ensure accurate processing of timekeeping, lunch premiums,deductions, and other payroll-impacting changes. Compliance & Reporting EnsureHR practices are compliant with federal, state, and local employment laws. Assistwith audits, employee file reviews, and mandatory reporting. Supportworkplace safety and leave administration (FMLA, ADA, etc.). Projects & General Support Participatein HR initiatives such as performance review cycles, engagement surveys,training programs, and DEI efforts. Assistin planning and executing employee events, recognition programs, and otherHR-led activities. Continuouslyidentify and recommend process improvements. Otherprojects as assigned by management. Qualifications and Education Requirements: Bachelor’sdegree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related fieldpreferred. 3to 5 years of experience in a generalist or coordinator-level HR role. PHR,SHRM-CP, or similar certification a plus. FinancialServices experience a plus. Skills & Competencies: Knowledgeof California HR principles and employment law. Stronginterpersonal and communication skills. Highlevel of professionalism and confidentiality. Strongorganizational skills with attention to detail. Abilityto prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP, Workday,BambooHR, Cornerstone) and MS Office Suite.
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