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Human Resources (HR) Manager
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Human Resources Manager (Contract-to-Hire)</p><p> <strong>Location:</strong> Onsite in Brea, CA | Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM</p><p>Company Overview</p><p>Our client is a well-established organization with just under 100 employees. The onsite team is a collaborative and close-knit group of fewer than 10, creating an environment where every employee’s contributions are valued.</p><p>Position Overview</p><p>The Human Resources Manager will be a key partner to leadership and staff, managing day-to-day HR operations and ensuring compliance with California labor laws and company policies. This role is structured as a contract-to-hire position with the intent to transition into a long-term, permanent opportunity.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee all core HR functions including employee relations, policy implementation, compliance, and performance management</li><li>Ensure adherence to state and federal labor laws, with strong emphasis on California-specific requirements</li><li>Administer and manage HRIS systems; maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records (HRIS certification required)</li><li>Support employee lifecycle processes, including benefits administration, onboarding, and offboarding</li><li>Lead employee engagement, development, and retention initiatives</li><li>Partner with management to provide guidance on HR policies and best practices</li><li>Assist with payroll processing; experience with ADP is strongly valued but not required</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>2–3 years of experience as an HR Manager or equivalent HR leadership role</li><li>Broad HR generalist background with expertise across compliance, policies, and California labor law</li><li>HRIS certification required</li><li>Payroll processing experience with ADP highly preferred</li><li>Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to work independently in a small-office environment while partnering effectively with leadership</li></ul><p>Contract Details</p><ul><li>Contract-to-hire opportunity with intent to convert to a permanent role</li><li>Fully onsite in Brea, CA</li><li>Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>2–3 years of experience as an HR Manager or equivalent HR leadership role</li><li>Broad HR generalist background with expertise across compliance, policies, and California labor law</li><li>HRIS certification required</li><li>Payroll processing experience with ADP highly preferred</li><li>Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to work independently in a small-office environment while partnering effectively with leadership</li></ul>
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  • Brea, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Human Resources Manager (Contract-to-Hire)</p><p> <strong>Location:</strong> Onsite in Brea, CA | Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM</p><p>Company Overview</p><p>Our client is a well-established organization with just under 100 employees. The onsite team is a collaborative and close-knit group of fewer than 10, creating an environment where every employee’s contributions are valued.</p><p>Position Overview</p><p>The Human Resources Manager will be a key partner to leadership and staff, managing day-to-day HR operations and ensuring compliance with California labor laws and company policies. This role is structured as a contract-to-hire position with the intent to transition into a long-term, permanent opportunity.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee all core HR functions including employee relations, policy implementation, compliance, and performance management</li><li>Ensure adherence to state and federal labor laws, with strong emphasis on California-specific requirements</li><li>Administer and manage HRIS systems; maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records (HRIS certification required)</li><li>Support employee lifecycle processes, including benefits administration, onboarding, and offboarding</li><li>Lead employee engagement, development, and retention initiatives</li><li>Partner with management to provide guidance on HR policies and best practices</li><li>Assist with payroll processing; experience with ADP is strongly valued but not required</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>2–3 years of experience as an HR Manager or equivalent HR leadership role</li><li>Broad HR generalist background with expertise across compliance, policies, and California labor law</li><li>HRIS certification required</li><li>Payroll processing experience with ADP highly preferred</li><li>Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to work independently in a small-office environment while partnering effectively with leadership</li></ul><p>Contract Details</p><ul><li>Contract-to-hire opportunity with intent to convert to a permanent role</li><li>Fully onsite in Brea, CA</li><li>Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-25T16:39:05Z

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