<p>We are looking for a Human Resources Consultant to join our team in Santa Barbara, California. This is a contract position that offers an exciting opportunity to oversee HR functions and support employee relations within a dynamic environment. The role requires someone who is detail oriented and can manage administrative tasks, benefit programs, and onboarding processes effectively.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and resolve employee relations matters while fostering a positive workplace culture.</p><p>• Oversee the administration of HR policies, procedures, and compliance initiatives.</p><p>• Coordinate benefit programs, ensuring accuracy and timely communication with employees.</p><p>• Utilize HRIS systems to maintain employee records and streamline HR processes.</p><p>• Lead onboarding efforts to ensure new hires have a seamless transition into the organization.</p><p>• Update and maintain the employee handbook, reflecting current policies and standards.</p><p>• Provide guidance to management on HR practices and strategies.</p><p>• Support training initiatives to enhance employee development and engagement.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to labor laws and regulations in all HR-related activities.</p>
<p>We are looking for a contract-based Office Reception & Coordinator. You will be responsible for delivering a positive and welcoming experience for all employees and visitors, managing day-to-day office operations, supporting events and programs, and assisting the Facilities and Workplace Services Manager in maintaining a best-in-class workplace.</p><p><br></p><p>Reception & Visitor Experience:</p><ul><li>Greet all employees, candidates, and visitors professionally, ensuring each is warmly welcomed and directed to the appropriate building location.</li><li>Create an inviting atmosphere aligned with company values and departmental guiding principles.</li><li>Offer amenities such as water and luggage storage to visitors.</li><li>Ensure visitors understand their next steps, whether meeting a staff member, attending an interview, or accessing services.</li><li>Maintain the front desk and lobby area to high standards of cleanliness and organization.</li><li>Collect feedback from Facilities and Workplace Services Manager monthly to reflect on service excellence.</li></ul><p>Office Coordination:</p><ul><li>Support internal customers (employees) by keeping all office, wellness, pet, and parent-related supplies stocked and organized.</li><li>Serve as the primary conference room coordinator, resolving scheduling conflicts within 24 hours.</li><li>Communicate office updates, perks, and event info across all buildings via flyers, Slack, The Hub, etc.</li><li>Respond to general office inquiries within 30 minutes and provide follow-up or direction as needed.</li><li>Maintain timely, bi-weekly feedback loops and meet operational deadlines.</li></ul><p>Facilities Ticketing Support:</p><ul><li>Assist with the Facilities Ticketing System by assigning tickets within 90 minutes to appropriate team members.</li><li>Ensure timely ticket responses (within 90 minutes of assignment) and close tickets with documented outcomes.</li><li>Monitor facility issues and proactively suggest creative solutions to improve employee experience on a monthly basis.</li></ul><p>Events & Programs:</p><ul><li>Support planning and execution of office holiday celebrations, staff events, and decorations, ensuring timely ordering, setup, and breakdown.</li><li>Measure success through monthly feedback and adherence to event timelines.</li></ul><p>Food & Beverage Support:</p><ul><li>Direct food deliveries based on the Food & Beverage calendar, ensuring proper placement and verification.</li><li>Relay kitchen complaints (e.g., low coffee) to Food & Beverage Managers within 10 minutes of receiving them.</li><li>Run daily Coffee Metrics Report and update spreadsheets accordingly.</li><li>Assist with creating engaging F& B communications using Canva.</li></ul><p>Onsite Perks Programs:</p><ul><li>Organize employee communications and invitations (e.g., Slack messages) for onsite perks, with advance notice (one week before and day-of reminders).</li><li>Track program success via employee participation and manager feedback.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a highly skilled Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to the Executive Director/President in Santa Barbara, California. This long-term contract position focuses on managing executive scheduling and communications while ensuring seamless daily operations. The ideal candidate will act as a trusted partner, bringing structure and efficiency to workflows and organizational processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee complex scheduling, including meetings, travel arrangements, and executive priorities.<br>• Prepare and draft thorough correspondence, detailed reports, and impactful presentations.<br>• Manage daily operations, improve processes, and facilitate cross-departmental coordination.<br>• Monitor and track projects, deadlines, and follow-up action items to ensure timely completion.<br>• Serve as the primary liaison between the executive team, staff, board members, and external stakeholders.<br>• Organize and coordinate board meetings, ensuring governance records are accurately maintained.<br>• Handle sensitive and confidential information with a high level of attention to detail and discretion.
We are looking for a dedicated Quality Specialist to join our team in Santa Barbara, California. This is a long-term contract position where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring high standards of quality across processes, systems, and supplier relationships. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and passionate about continuous improvement, with a strong background in quality management and compliance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead investigations into discrepancies, identifying root causes and ensuring timely resolution and documentation.<br>• Support quality initiatives by developing and improving administrative processes and driving continuous improvement efforts.<br>• Collaborate with teams to identify and address inefficiencies within internal workflows.<br>• Manage and enhance the electronic Quality Management System, including designing workflows and providing staff training.<br>• Develop and implement effective training programs, including creating training materials and evaluating their success.<br>• Oversee and expand the supplier approval program, ensuring compliance and quality standards are met.<br>• Design and monitor product quality initiatives as part of supplier quality management.<br>• Conduct supplier audits, including site visits for third-party logistics providers.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to promote adherence to industry regulations and best practices.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team in Santa Barbara, California. In this contract position, you will play a key role in supporting grants management processes and ensuring accurate financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a passion for accounting and a strong aptitude for handling grant-related tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and maintain grants administration processes, including tracking applications and ensuring timely receipt of required reports.</p><p>• Update and oversee the grants management database, ensuring data accuracy and performing regular data entry tasks such as processing applications and letters of inquiry.</p><p>• Prepare grant agreements, draft notification letters, and coordinate routine correspondence with grantees.</p><p>• Monitor and enforce compliance with grants management procedures, including due diligence, reporting, award letters, and availability of funds.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams such as Finance, Programs, Research, IT, Development, and Communications to streamline grant-related operations.</p><p>• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.</p><p>• Perform bank reconciliations and invoice coding to maintain organized financial records.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel to manage accounting functions efficiently.</p><p>• Provide support for government and foundation grant management, ensuring compliance with regulations.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Support Tech to join our team on a contract basis in Goleta, California. In this role, you will assist with a variety of administrative tasks, ensuring smooth daily operations and supporting the needs of staff, students, and visitors. This position requires strong organizational and communication skills to manage data, maintain records, and provide excellent customer service.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide technical support for school functions such as registration, enrollment, scheduling, attendance, and student discipline.</p><p>• Assist visitors by offering information and directions while maintaining attentive and positive interactions.</p><p>• Coordinate scheduling.</p><p>• Input, retrieve, and manage student data using proprietary systems, and maintain records with accuracy and confidentiality.</p><p>• Oversee inventory management and tracking for district equipment, including maintaining chain-of-custody records.</p><p>• Process and verify documents for programs and events, including payroll information for co-curricular activities.</p><p>• Manage and coordinate maintenance requests for facilities and equipment, ensuring timely resolutions.</p><p>• Prepare reports, forms, and applications, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.</p><p>• Draft correspondence, schedules, and other documents based on provided materials or instructions.</p>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is seeking an accomplished Controller to join our team in support of a property management client for a remote, 4–6-month engagement. In this role, you will lead and enhance critical financial processes, focusing on optimizing month-end close procedures to ensure accuracy, scalability, and operational efficiency. You will drive meaningful improvements across departments and spearhead transformative change.</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking candidates with strong technical accounting expertise, advanced Excel skills, and a proven ability to influence teams and deliver results in a dynamic environment. This position demands a high level of urgency, accountability, and the capacity to advance complex projects on accelerated timelines.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the redesign and enhancement of month-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and scalability.</p><p>• Develop and implement standardized workpapers and automated validation controls using Excel and Yardi data.</p><p>• Establish clear review and sign-off procedures to maintain accountability across teams.</p><p>• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of existing accounting standard operating procedures (SOPs) and operational practices.</p><p>• Identify gaps between documented procedures and actual workflows, prioritizing necessary updates.</p><p>• Lead the creation, revision, and rollout of structured SOPs for accounting, property management, and accounts payable.</p><p>• Serve as the primary owner of the revamped month-end close process until its full implementation.</p><p>• Collaborate with teams to drive process improvements and ensure seamless adoption of new frameworks.</p><p>• Provide guidance and expertise in technical accounting matters.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.</p>