HR Generalist

Acuity Eye Group•Santa Ana, CA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Generalist partners with management and employees to support business objectives within designated units. This role develops and maintains strategic partnerships to deliver comprehensive HR services—including recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and employee relations—while maintaining a high level of business literacy regarding the organization’s strategic goals. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
8–10 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or in Employee Relations (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
Broad knowledge across HR disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational hierarchy, and administrative standards.
Ability to interpret and apply federal/state laws, guidelines, and company policies.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
Ability to use data to inform decisions and maintain structured operational processes.
An active listener who builds trust, tailors coaching styles to individual needs, and manages change through positive reinforcement.
A results-oriented self-starter who prioritizes daily tasks to meet commitments in a fast-paced, sometimes ambiguous environment.
A person of high integrity who motivates others, promotes continuous learning, and acts as an effective assessor of talent.
Sound judgment and the ability to draw valid conclusions under pressure, even when available information is limited or vague.
Excellent verbal and written skills; ability to respond professionally to inquiries from staff, vendors, and the community.
Absolute commitment to ethics, privacy, and cultural awareness.
Dedicated to relationship management across all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

HR experience within the healthcare or ophthalmology industry.
PHR or SPHR certification is highly desirable.
Experience with ADP is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provides HR guidance and policy interpretation to line management and employees.
Manages employee relations matters from intake to resolution, collaborating with HR leadership and Legal/Compliance as necessary.
Conducts thorough investigations into complex employee issues; gathers facts, analyzes relevant laws/practices, and recommends resolutions that protect the Company.
Maintains standardized investigative records, including notes, summaries, final reports, and disciplinary documentation.
Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements (State, Federal, OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, FEHA, DOL) to reduce legal risk and ensure day-to-day regulatory compliance.
Provides daily guidance on performance management, including coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions.
Works with management and staff to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
Executes the full recruitment lifecycle, including phone screens, in-person interviews, job fairs, reference checks, and background screenings.
Facilitates new employee orientations and onboarding processes to ensure a seamless transition for new hires.
Performs HRIS data entry and maintains confidential personnel files in strict accordance with privacy standards.
Generates metrics, compiles data, and prepares reports on project progress or HRIS analytics as requested.
Assists with benefits administration and ensures compliance with related laws and regulations.
Provides general clerical support, including triaging messages, organizing work, and maintaining equipment/supplies.
Keeps direct supervisors informed of work progress, timelines, and potential issues while consistently meeting commitments.
Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor in alignment with Company policies.
Stays current on organizational structure, personnel policies, and evolving employment laws.
Performs additional tasks as assigned by management.