We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Consultant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Downey, California. In this role, you will oversee HR and payroll operations within a public sector environment, ensuring compliance with California labor laws, union agreements, and organizational policies. This position is ideal for a proactive leader with a strong background in HR administration, employee relations, and payroll systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage comprehensive payroll processing for public sector employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with state and federal regulations.<br>• Oversee core HR functions such as employee onboarding, benefits administration, leaves of absence, and performance management.<br>• Ensure adherence to California labor laws, CalPERS/CalSTRS requirements, union agreements, and public agency reporting standards.<br>• Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance to leadership on HR policies, procedures, and regulatory updates.<br>• Maintain and audit data integrity within payroll and HR systems, generating reports to support organizational decisions.<br>• Address employee inquiries and resolve HR or payroll-related issues promptly and effectively.<br>• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and other departments to optimize HR processes and maintain accurate documentation.<br>• Train, mentor, and supervise HR and payroll staff, fostering growth and ensuring high performance.<br>• Support collective bargaining processes by providing expertise in union negotiations and agreements.<br>• Lead initiatives to implement and improve HR and payroll systems, ensuring seamless transitions and enhanced functionality.
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> AVP of Operations – Landscaping & Construction</p><p> <strong>Location:</strong> Torrance Area, CA (On-site)</p><p> <strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time, Permanent</p><p>A well-established and growing <strong>landscaping construction company</strong> in <strong>Torrance Area</strong> is seeking a <strong>results-driven AVP of Operations</strong> to lead and optimize daily field operations. This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for someone with a strong background in <strong>construction or landscape operations</strong>, team management, and project execution.</p><p>W<strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee <strong>day-to-day field operations</strong>, ensuring projects are delivered <strong>on time, within budget</strong>, and to quality standards</li><li>Supervise and mentor <strong>crew leaders and field staff</strong>, with a focus on safety, training, and performance</li><li>Manage <strong>project schedules, labor allocation, and resource planning</strong></li><li>Oversee <strong>equipment, vehicle, and material procurement and maintenance</strong></li><li>Collaborate with the <strong>sales team</strong> to ensure smooth handoffs from proposal to execution</li><li>Monitor <strong>job costs, labor hours, and KPIs</strong> to drive efficiency and profitability</li><li>Enforce <strong>company policies</strong>, safety protocols, and ensure regulatory compliance</li><li>Lead <strong>recruitment, onboarding, and training</strong> of field staff to support team growth</li></ul><p>e<strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in <strong>construction, landscaping, or field operations management</strong></li><li>Strong leadership and team development skills</li><li>Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Familiarity with scheduling software, job costing, and performance tracking</li><li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus</li><li>Valid driver’s license and clean driving record preferred</li></ul><p> If you're passionate about leading teams, optimizing operations, and making an impact in a growing organization, apply now and be part of a company that values quality, safety, and people.</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email your recruiter with Robert Half. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number</p><p>00460-0013276095. email resume to [email protected]</p>
