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15 results for Hr Generalist in Carlsbad, CA

HR Generalist
  • San Diego, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32 - 36 USD / Hourly
  • <p><em>O</em>ur client is seeking a knowledgeable and adaptable HR Generalist to support a broad range of human resources functions, including employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, and HR systems support. This role is ideal for a professional who can balance administrative responsibilities with strategic HR support in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support day-to-day human resources operations across multiple functional areas</li><li>Assist with employee onboarding, orientation, and offboarding processes</li><li>Administer employee records and maintain HRIS data accuracy</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding policies, benefits, and HR procedures</li><li>Support benefits administration, open enrollment, and related documentation</li><li>Assist with recruitment coordination, interview scheduling, and candidate communication</li><li>Help ensure compliance with employment laws, internal policies, and HR best practices</li><li>Partner with managers and employees to support employee relations matters</li><li>Assist with performance management processes and documentation</li><li>Prepare HR reports, audits, and other administrative materials as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
HR Generalist
  • Valley Center, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 34 - 43 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A growing organization in Valley Center is looking for an experienced <strong>HR Generalist</strong> to support employees and managers across the full HR lifecycle. This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys a little bit of everything — recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, compliance, HRIS management, and day-to-day problem solving.</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll be a key resource for employees and managers while partnering with leadership to keep HR processes organized, consistent, and compliant.</p><p><strong>What You&#39;ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage onboarding and offboarding processes</li><li>Prepare offer letters and employment documentation</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data</li><li>Support recruiting, interviews, and hiring activities</li><li>Partner with managers on employee questions and HR concerns</li><li>Assist with employee relations matters and documentation</li><li>Coordinate performance review processes</li><li>Support benefits enrollment and employee questions</li><li>Track leaves of absence, accommodations, and employee status changes</li><li>Assist with payroll and timekeeping updates</li><li>Maintain compliance with company policies and employment requirements</li><li>Prepare HR reports and workforce data</li><li>Conduct employee file audits</li><li>Assist with policy updates and employee communications</li><li>Coordinate training and employee development initiatives</li><li>Support employee engagement programs</li><li>Research HR questions and escalate complex matters appropriately</li><li>Assist with special HR projects and process improvements</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-23T00:00:00Z
HR Generalist
  • San Diego, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 41 USD / Hourly
  • <p>HR Generalist – Nonprofit Organization</p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a respected nonprofit organization in their search for an experienced <strong>HR Generalist</strong> to support a broad range of human resources functions. This role is ideal for a hands-on HR professional who enjoys working closely with employees, supporting leadership, and contributing to a positive and mission-driven workplace.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a primary HR resource for employees and managers, providing guidance on policies, procedures, and employee relations matters</li><li>Support the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, employee records, and personnel changes</li><li>Coordinate recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate communication, interviews, and background checks</li><li>Assist with benefits administration, leave management, and employee inquiries</li><li>Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HRIS data</li><li>Support performance management, employee engagement, and organizational initiatives</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and timekeeping as needed</li><li>Ensure HR practices and policies remain compliant with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws</li><li>Prepare HR reports and assist with audits, projects, and other organizational initiatives</li><li>Partner with leadership on employee relations and other HR-related needs</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-11T00:00:00Z
HR Generalist
  • Camp Pendleton North, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32 - 41 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A growing operations-focused organization serving the Camp Pendleton/Oceanside area is seeking an <strong>HR Generalist</strong> to support a hands-on workforce and a fast-moving HR environment.</p><p>This role is ideal for an HR professional who likes being close to the business. You&#39;ll work with managers and employees on <strong>hiring, onboarding, employee relations, attendance, benefits, HR documentation, and compliance</strong>, while helping leadership stay organized and informed.</p><p>Your Day-to-Day:</p><ul><li>Support recruiting and hiring for hourly and professional positions</li><li>Coordinate interviews, offers, background checks, and onboarding</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS information</li><li>Assist with employee relations questions and workplace concerns</li><li>Partner with managers on attendance and performance matters</li><li>Maintain documentation related to disciplinary actions and performance issues</li><li>Support employee leaves, accommodations, and return-to-work processes</li><li>Assist with benefits administration and employee questions</li><li>Coordinate payroll and timekeeping changes with the appropriate teams</li><li>Track employee status changes, transfers, and terminations</li><li>Prepare HR reports and workforce tracking spreadsheets</li><li>Assist with compliance audits and required employment documentation</li><li>Communicate company policies and HR procedures to employees</li><li>Support training, orientations, and employee development</li><li>Help organize employee engagement activities</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of personnel information</li><li>Identify administrative gaps and recommend process improvements</li><li>Support HR leadership with special projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-23T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Generalist
  • San Diego, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client, a mission-driven nonprofit organization, is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support day-to-day human resources operations and help foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture. This role is ideal for a human resources professional who enjoys balancing employee relations, recruiting, compliance, benefits administration, and HR operations in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>The HR Generalist will work closely with leadership and staff to support key HR functions, ensure compliance with employment policies and regulations, and contribute to initiatives that strengthen employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Administer core human resources functions, including onboarding, offboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and HR policy support</li><li>Assist with recruitment efforts, including posting jobs, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and facilitating hiring processes</li><li>Maintain employee records and HRIS data, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance</li><li>Support benefits enrollment, leave administration, and employee questions related to policies and programs</li><li>Partner with managers on performance management, employee coaching, and workplace concerns</li><li>Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as internal policies and nonprofit-specific employment practices</li><li>Coordinate employee onboarding and orientation to create a positive new-hire experience</li><li>Support training, engagement, and retention initiatives aligned with the organization’s mission and values</li><li>Prepare HR reports, track key personnel data, and assist with audits and documentation</li><li>Contribute to process improvements that enhance HR service delivery and employee experience</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Generalist
  • San Diego, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced and adaptable HR Generalist to support a wide range of human resources functions, including employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, performance management, and HR systems support. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, people-focused, and capable of managing multiple priorities while helping to drive HR initiatives across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support day-to-day HR operations across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and employee support.</li><li>Administer HR programs related to benefits, leave management, employee relations, and performance processes.</li><li>Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws.</li><li>Assist with recruiting coordination, interview scheduling, and new hire orientation.</li><li>Partner with managers and employees to address HR-related questions and workplace concerns.</li><li>Support HRIS data entry, reporting, and system updates.</li><li>Contribute to process improvements and HR initiatives that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
HR Manager
  • La Jolla, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 38 - 42 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic <strong>HR Manager</strong> to oversee day-to-day human resources operations and support key people initiatives across the organization. This role is responsible for managing employee relations, performance management, compliance, recruiting support, onboarding, and HR policy administration while partnering with leadership to foster a positive and productive workplace.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage daily HR operations and support organizational goals through effective people practices</li><li>Partner with leadership on employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning</li><li>Oversee onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes</li><li>Administer and help improve HR policies, procedures, and compliance practices</li><li>Support recruiting efforts, interview coordination, and hiring processes</li><li>Manage benefits administration and respond to employee questions regarding HR programs</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data</li><li>Guide managers on performance issues, policy interpretation, and employee development</li><li>Assist with training, engagement initiatives, and change management efforts</li><li>Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal standards</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Specialist
  • Temecula, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 23.75 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Specialist to support employee relations, leave administration, and workers’ compensation processes in California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can balance compliance, employee support, and partnership with leadership in a fast-moving environment. The role requires strong knowledge of California employment regulations and a thoughtful approach to handling sensitive workplace matters with accuracy and discretion.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee employee leave cases from intake through resolution, ensuring timely tracking, documentation, and adherence to applicable state and federal requirements.<br>• Coordinate workers’ compensation matters by managing incident reporting, maintaining claim records, communicating with external partners, and supporting return-to-work planning.<br>• Work closely with supervisors and team members to navigate accommodation discussions, interactive processes, and transitions back to work following protected leave.<br>• Maintain organized and confidential HR files, case notes, and compliance-related records to support accurate reporting and audit readiness.<br>• Advise managers on employee relations concerns, policy application, disciplinary documentation, and compliant people practices under California law.<br>• Interpret employment policies and regulatory requirements to help ensure consistent HR administration across leave, workplace support, and employee relations issues.<br>• Assist with unemployment responses, workplace reviews, corrective action coordination, and other employee support activities as needed.<br>• Partner with payroll, benefits, and other HR colleagues to ensure leave and workers’ compensation matters are administered smoothly and accurately.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve HR workflows, strengthen compliance practices, and enhance the overall employee experience.
  • 2026-09-23T00:00:00Z
HR Coordinator
  • Rancho Santa Fe, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 38 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A private professional services organization in Rancho Santa Fe is seeking a polished and highly organized <strong>Human Resources Coordinator</strong> to support a close-knit team and provide hands-on HR administration. This is a great fit for someone who is <strong>discreet, detail-oriented, service-minded, and comfortable working with sensitive employee information</strong>. You&#39;ll have exposure to recruiting, onboarding, benefits, payroll coordination, employee records, and day-to-day HR operations.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate onboarding and offboarding for employees</li><li>Prepare offer letters, new-hire paperwork, and personnel documentation</li><li>Maintain accurate and confidential employee files</li><li>Manage HRIS updates and employee data changes</li><li>Coordinate background checks and employment verifications</li><li>Schedule interviews and assist with recruiting logistics</li><li>Communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process</li><li>Assist with benefits enrollment and employee questions</li><li>Coordinate payroll-related changes with the appropriate internal teams</li><li>Track PTO, employee status changes, and other HR information</li><li>Assist with leave documentation and employee records</li><li>Prepare HR reports and maintain internal spreadsheets</li><li>Help coordinate employee meetings, trainings, and company events</li><li>Ensure required employment documentation remains current</li><li>Assist with HR compliance projects</li><li>Respond to routine employee questions with professionalism and discretion</li><li>Support HR leadership with special projects and administrative needs</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
HR Coordinator
  • San Diego, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven HR Coordinator to support the daily human resources operations of a nonprofit organization in San DIego. This role will assist with recruiting, onboarding, employee records, benefits administration, and general HR support while helping ensure a positive employee experience across the organization. We are looking for contract coverage with the potential to go contract to hire.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support day-to-day HR operations and provide administrative assistance to the HR team.</li><li>Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire paperwork, orientation scheduling, and system updates.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee files, HR records, and confidential documentation.</li><li>Assist with benefits enrollment, employee questions, and HR policy communication.</li><li>Post job openings, coordinate interviews, and communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process.</li><li>Help track compliance-related documents, training records, and required certifications.</li><li>Prepare HR reports, update spreadsheets, and support audits or special projects as needed.</li><li>Respond to routine employee inquiries regarding HR procedures, policies, and employment documentation.</li><li>Support employee engagement activities, meetings, and internal communications.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
HR Assistant
  • San Diego, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20 - 23 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized HR Assistant to support day-to-day human resources operations. This temporary role with the opportunity to go permanent will assist with administrative tasks related to employee records, onboarding, recruiting support, and general HR coordination. The ideal candidate is professional, discreet, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide administrative support to the HR team.</li><li>Maintain and update employee files, records, and HR databases.</li><li>Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire paperwork and orientation scheduling.</li><li>Support recruiting activities such as posting jobs, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates.</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding basic HR policies, procedures, and documentation.</li><li>Prepare reports, letters, and other HR-related documents.</li><li>Assist with benefits administration, timekeeping, and other HR support functions as needed.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • Temecula, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 96000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>The HR Manager leads day-to-day Human Resources operations for multiple locations &amp; entities.</p><p>This is a hands-on HR leadership role in a multi-entity hospitality environment. The HR Manager works closely with managers and employees and oversees the HR team in recruiting, employee relations, investigations, compliance, benefits, leave administration, training, workers’ compensation, documentation, and HR systems.</p><p>This is not a corporate desk role. The ideal candidate is visible, responsive, practical, and comfortable working directly with hospitality teams across hotel, restaurant, winery, tasting room, culinary, events, and administrative departments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Recruiting and Talent Management</strong></p><p>Oversee recruiting for hourly, management, and key operational roles</p><p>Support job postings, screening, interviews, offers, onboarding, and hiring paperwork</p><p>Personally recruit and interview management-level candidates</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Employee Relations and Investigations</strong></p><p>Serve as the main HR contact for managers and employees</p><p>Handle employee concerns, workplace complaints, and policy issues</p><p>Conduct fair, timely, and well-documented investigations</p><p>Interview employees and witnesses, review records, document findings, and recommend next steps</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Performance Management</strong></p><p>Support managers with attendance, performance, conduct, and policy issues</p><p>Ensure issues are addressed and documented promptly</p><p>Review warnings, performance improvement plans, and termination documentation</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Compliance and Wage &amp; Hour</strong></p><p>Maintain strong knowledge of California employment law, especially in hospitality</p><p>Monitor compliance with meal and rest breaks, overtime, timekeeping, and off-the-clock rules</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Leaves, Benefits, and Accommodations</strong></p><p>Oversee leave administration, tracking, notices, and communication</p><p>Manage compliance with FMLA, CFRA, Pregnancy Disability Leave, paid sick leave, workers’ compensation leave, and other protected leaves</p><p>Coordinate benefit enrollment, changes, and employee questions</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Workers’ Compensation and Safety</strong></p><p>Oversee workers’ compensation claims from reporting through return to work</p><p>Ensure injury reporting and documentation are completed on time</p><p>Communicate with employees, managers, insurance carriers, and providers</p><p><br></p><p><strong>HR Systems and Documentation</strong></p><p>Maintain organized, complete, and compliant HR records</p><p>Ensure status changes, compensation changes, transfers, promotions, and terminations are documented accurately</p><p>Oversee ADP Workforce Now and related HR systems</p><p>Ensure consistent onboarding and offboarding processes</p>
  • 2026-08-31T00:00:00Z
Human Resources Manager
  • Solana Beach, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 40 - 50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>An established manufacturing organization is looking for a <strong>hands-on HR Manager</strong> to take ownership of day-to-day HR operations and serve as a trusted partner to both leadership and employees.</p><p><br></p><p>This is not a purely corporate HR position. You&#39;ll be closely connected to the operation, supporting an hourly workforce while partnering with managers on <strong>employee relations, compliance, recruiting, performance management, and workforce planning</strong>.</p><p><strong>What You&#39;ll Own</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employees and managers</li><li>Lead day-to-day HR operations for the organization</li><li>Manage employee relations matters, investigations, and corrective actions</li><li>Partner with leadership on performance management</li><li>Oversee recruiting and hiring for hourly and professional positions</li><li>Develop and maintain onboarding programs</li><li>Ensure employee records and HRIS information remain accurate</li><li>Partner with payroll on timekeeping, employee changes, and payroll issues</li><li>Administer benefits and respond to employee questions</li><li>Develop and update HR policies and procedures</li><li>Monitor compliance with federal, state, and California employment regulations</li><li>Coordinate required employee training</li><li>Track employee retention, turnover, attendance, and other HR metrics</li><li>Assist with workforce planning and organizational development</li><li>Support managers with coaching and employee performance concerns</li><li>Manage employee leave and accommodation processes</li><li>Maintain accurate and confidential HR documentation</li><li>Identify opportunities to make HR processes more efficient and scalable</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-14T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Coordinator
  • San Diego, California
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an organized Human Resources (HR) Coordinator to support daily HR operations for a non-profit organization in San Diego, California. This Long-term Contract position will play an important role in maintaining employee records, assisting with onboarding and offboarding activities, and helping the team stay aligned with compliance expectations. The ideal candidate brings strong HR administrative experience, confidence working in HR systems, and a dependable approach to handling sensitive employee information.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate the onboarding process for new team members, including preparing required documents and supporting a smooth start to employment.<br>• Assist with rehiring activities and ensure returning employees are processed accurately and efficiently.<br>• Manage offboarding tasks by collecting documentation, updating records, and helping complete separation procedures.<br>• Maintain employee files and keep personnel information current, accurate, and properly organized.<br>• Update HR records within the organization&#39;s HRIS and verify that employee data is entered consistently.<br>• Support compliance efforts and internal audit preparation by gathering documentation and tracking required records.<br>• Process employment verification requests and respond to routine HR administrative inquiries in a timely manner.<br>• Help coordinate background screening activities and follow up on required pre-employment steps.<br>• Provide general administrative support to the HR function to ensure day-to-day operations continue smoothly during the contract period.
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Employment HR Attorney
  • Newport Beach, California
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 185000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong><u>Highly Respected Orange County Firm Seeks Employment Attorney for Advice &amp; Counsel Practice: 1560 Billables</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>An established law firm is seeking an Employment Attorney to join and help grow its employment practice. The firm handles sophisticated matters across its practice groups and is known for maintaining a true lifestyle-oriented culture with exceptionally low turnover.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a unique opportunity for an Employment Attorney who prefers preventative counseling and strategic HR work over litigation. Approximately 99% of the role is advice and counsel, as the firm has a separate litigation team that handles employment disputes. The firm is also open to attorneys coming from an in-house employment or HR counseling background.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Employment Attorney Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Advise employers on day-to-day California employment and HR matters.</li><li>Conduct workplace and employment compliance audits.</li><li>Draft and revise employee handbooks.</li><li>Develop and update workplace policies and procedures.</li><li>Counsel clients regarding preventative employment practices and compliance issues.</li><li>Work directly with clients on practical solutions to workplace and personnel matters.</li><li>Help support the long-term growth and development of the firm&#39;s employment practice.</li></ul><p><strong><u>Billables</u></strong>: 1560/year</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>PERKS</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>Exceptionally low billable requirement compared with traditional law firm employment practices.</li><li>Approximately 99% advice and counsel work with little to no employment litigation responsibility.</li><li>Sophisticated employment and HR counseling work.</li><li>Significant long-term growth potential and an opportunity to help grow the employment department.</li><li>True lifestyle-oriented firm with a fantastic work environment and almost nonexistent turnover.</li><li><strong><u>We have placed more than 10 attorneys and legal support professionals with the firm over the past five years. They have consistently reported positive experiences, and nearly all remain with the firm.</u></strong></li><li>Established and highly respected presence in the Orange County legal community.</li><li>Quarterly billable-hour bonus opportunities and a year-end discretionary bonus.</li></ul><p><strong><u>Compensation</u></strong>: $185,000 - $250,000 base salary + bonuses</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Benefits</u></strong>: Medical coverage through Anthem or Kaiser with a $350/month firm contribution toward employee and dependent coverage, firm-paid employee dental, 401(k) with discretionary profit sharing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</u></em></strong></p>
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z