Employment Operations Administrator III

American Tree Medics•Merced, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

American Tree Medics Inc is hiring a full-time, permanent Employment Operations Administrator III (EE Ops) at its headquarters in Merced, California. As part of the Business Operations division, this role works directly with the Chief Executive Officer to execute employment operations strategies aligned with the organization’s mission. The position oversees employment-law and policy compliance, recruitment and retention strategies, HR records and reporting, compensation and benefits, employee development, and workplace conflict resolution. The EE Admin is expected to maintain a positive and welcoming demeanor and uphold the company’s values of Honor, Courage, Motivation, and Esprit de Corps. The role offers an annual salary of $80,000 to $92,000 and medical benefits.

Requirements

At least 6 years of proven HR management experience.
Strong expertise in labor laws and HR best practices.
Proficiency with HR software and the MS Office Suite.
Commitment to earn HR certification within 12 months if not already certified.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to communicate clearly on the phone.
Perform essential job functions in compliance with ADA, FMLA, and other standards.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Human Resource Management is preferred.
California driver’s license and insurability are preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain a positive and welcoming demeanor.
Develop and oversee compliance with employment laws, company policies, the employee handbook, and related business procedures.
Participate in and develop recruitment, selection, and retention strategies for top-tier talent.
Supervise and guide the HR Specialist regarding departmental reports and HR records retention.
Manage compensation and benefits through supervision of the Payroll/Benefits Specialist.
Coordinate training and development programs to support employee growth and retention.
Handle conflict resolution and disciplinary actions when necessary, including union interaction.
Perform other duties as assigned.