Human Resources Generalist, Temp-to-Perm
About The Position
Project Open Hand is seeking a Human Resources Generalist, Compliance & Workforce Care, to provide immediate support across key Human Resources functions during a period of organizational assessment and growth. This temporary-to-permanent role supports compliance, workforce care initiatives, employee relations, leave administration, onboarding, HR systems, training coordination, and employee engagement programs. The position works closely with employees, supervisors, and leadership to deliver effective HR services and support a culture of care, accountability, and inclusion. Depending on organizational needs, available funding, and individual performance, the role may transition to a permanent position. Project Open Hand is a nonprofit organization that believes food is medicine and has provided nutritious meals for more than 35 years to people living with serious illness, older adults, and others in the community who need support. It is committed to an inclusive workplace where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Three or more years of progressive Human Resources experience.
- Working knowledge of California and federal employment laws.
- Experience supporting employee relations, leave administration, accommodations, and HR compliance activities.
- Experience working with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
- Employee-focused and service-oriented approach.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, compliance, and workforce well-being.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS platforms.
- Experience in nonprofit, mission-driven, healthcare, or human services organizations.
- Bilingual language skills.
- Professional HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
Responsibilities
- Support the administration and interpretation of HR policies, procedures, and employment practices.
- Assist with employee relations matters, including coaching, investigations, documentation, and conflict resolution.
- Provide guidance to supervisors and employees regarding workplace policies and HR processes.
- Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and personnel files.
- Coordinate leave-of-absence processes, including FMLA, CFRA, ADA accommodations, and other protected leaves.
- Partner with employees, supervisors, and benefits providers to support timely and compliant leave administration.
- Monitor leave cases and maintain required documentation and communications.
- Support workforce care initiatives intended to enhance employee well-being, retention, and engagement.
- Assist in planning and implementing employee recognition programs and engagement activities.
- Coordinate employee feedback programs, surveys, and related workforce care initiatives.
- Assist with recruitment activities, candidate coordination, interview scheduling, and onboarding processes.
- Facilitate new-hire orientation and support a positive onboarding experience.
- Ensure completion of required employment documentation and compliance requirements.
- Maintain HRIS data integrity and employee records.
- Generate workforce reports, metrics, and data analyses to support HR decision-making.
- Assist with organizational charts, workforce tracking, audits, and special projects.
- Support HR document management and process improvement initiatives.
- Coordinate employee training programs and compliance-related learning activities.
- Track completion of required trainings and maintain records.
- Assist with workforce development and professional development initiatives.
- Participate in special projects and organizational initiatives as assigned.
- Perform other duties consistent with the scope and level of the position.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
