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6 results for Paid Search Specialist in Carlsbad, CA

PPC Specialist/Paid Search

Irvine, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
39.5865 - 45.837 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a PPC Specialist/Paid Search specialist to support digital acquisition efforts for a Long-term Contract position based in Irvine, California with B2B healthcare experience. This role will oversee paid search and paid social initiatives across major ad platforms, helping drive lead generation while maintaining close control of performance and budget. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on execution skills, works comfortably across cross-functional marketing teams, and can independently manage optimization priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Manage day-to-day execution of paid search campaigns across Google Ads and Bing, with a focus on pacing, performance, and lead generation outcomes.• Support paid social campaign development and launch activities on Meta and LinkedIn, including audience setup, creative coordination, and campaign configuration.• Monitor monthly media investment of approximately $225K and make adjustments to keep spending aligned with approved budgets and business goals.• Analyze campaign results using platform reporting and analytics tools to identify trends, improve efficiency, and strengthen conversion performance.• Partner with marketing managers and cross-functional stakeholders to plan, build, and refine digital campaign initiatives.• Optimize bids, targeting, messaging, and campaign structures to improve KPI attainment and overall return on ad spend.• Track lead volume and performance metrics, translating data into actionable recommendations for ongoing improvements.• Use project management tools such as Asana to organize deliverables, manage timelines, and coordinate campaign-related work.• Work independently within ad platforms with minimal ramp-up time, taking ownership of execution and optimization activities from the start.• Utilize company-issued Windows-based equipment to perform campaign management and reporting responsibilities.
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

Digital Marketing Specialist

Costa Mesa, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Digital Marketing Specialist to join a Contract opportunity supporting an insurance organization in Costa Mesa, California. This position is ideal for a paid social expert who can actively build, manage, and refine campaigns across several platforms while using performance insights to guide decisions. The role combines day-to-day campaign execution with analytical thinking, requiring close attention to budget pacing, funnel performance, and channel effectiveness. Responsibilities: • Launch, manage, and refine paid social advertising campaigns across multiple platforms, with a primary emphasis on Meta environments. • Monitor campaign delivery, spending, and key performance indicators to make timely adjustments that improve results. • Evaluate audience behavior and conversion trends to strengthen funnel performance and overall campaign strategy. • Partner with internal stakeholders across different lines of business to align campaign goals, messaging, and targeting plans. • Prepare regular performance updates by translating campaign data into clear reporting and actionable recommendations. • Use Excel and platform reporting tools to analyze large datasets, identify trends, and support optimization decisions. • Expand and manage activity across additional social channels such as TikTok, Reddit, Pinterest, and Snapchat as business needs require. • Maintain hands-on involvement in platform setup, trafficking, testing, and ongoing in-platform optimization in a fast-paced environment.
2026-04-27T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

La Mesa, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a government entity in La Mesa, California through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate, timely payroll operations for a large and varied employee population in a hands-on environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing detailed payroll tasks, working with manual processes, and partnering closely with finance to keep payroll activities running smoothly. Responsibilities:• Process biweekly payroll for a workforce of more than 290 employees, including part-time staff, while meeting established deadlines.• Handle payroll administration for a mix of employee groups such as public safety personnel, salaried team members, and hourly staff.• Collect, verify, and enter information from department-submitted paper timesheets into the payroll system with a high degree of accuracy.• Complete payroll uploads, transmittals, and related processing steps required to finalize each pay cycle.• Maintain employee deductions and wage garnishments, ensuring updates are applied correctly in payroll records.• Support retirement and pension-related reporting, including CalPERS documentation and associated payroll data.• Assist with quarterly payroll tax filing activities by following established procedures and timelines.• Use Excel extensively for payroll tracking, reconciliations, and reporting, and work within a legacy payroll platform to support daily operations.• Coordinate with finance personnel to resolve payroll questions and help sustain consistent processing during ongoing operational needs.
2026-05-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
32 - 38 USD / Hourly
A growing company in Oceanside is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing, employee payroll support, and compliance-related payroll activities. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees while maintaining compliance with company policies and payroll regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable handling payroll in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPayroll Administration<ul><li>Process biweekly and semi-monthly payroll for multi-department employee groups</li><li>Review and audit payroll data including timekeeping, overtime, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Maintain payroll records, employee changes, and payroll documentation</li><li>Process garnishments, deductions, bonuses, and tax updates accurately</li><li>Support payroll reconciliations and reporting processes</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities including W-2 preparation support</li></ul>Compliance & Reporting<ul><li>Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, and company policies</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll information</li><li>Assist with payroll audits and reporting requests</li><li>Support process improvement initiatives related to payroll operations</li></ul>
2026-05-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
30.4 - 35.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a mission-driven non-profit organization in San Diego, California. This Contract to Permanent opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist who can manage accurate payroll administration, maintain employee data integrity, and provide responsive support to internal stakeholders. The role partners closely with payroll and human resources leadership to help ensure timely processing, reliable reporting, and compliance with established procedures. Responsibilities: • Manage semi-monthly payroll cycles from data collection through final submission, and complete additional off-cycle payments or manual checks when required. • Prepare separation payments accurately, including eligible accrued time payouts and applicable benefit deductions for departing employees. • Maintain employee payroll records and update personnel data to support accurate pay, deductions, and reporting. • Research payroll questions, identify the source of discrepancies, and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner. • Review timekeeping records for accuracy, including hours worked, leave coding, meal period compliance, allocations, multiple pay rates, and approved adjustments. • Audit payroll results and produce reconciliations and reports for human resources, finance, accounting, and audit requests. • Review personnel action documentation and ensure system updates are completed correctly and in alignment with internal procedures. • Administer wage garnishments and support retirement plan processing, including enrollments, updates, terminations, and related deduction transfers. • Reconcile benefit invoices, investigate billing variances, and confirm payroll deductions align with enrolled benefit plans. • Process invoices related to payroll services and retrieve supporting documentation requested by internal teams or external auditors.
2026-05-19T00:00:00Z

Marketing Specialist

El Toro, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Marketing Content Specialist to support creative and digital initiatives for a growing team in Southern California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with 3+ years of experience who can manage campaigns, coordinate content, and keep projects moving across multiple marketing channels. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to email, social, web, and event efforts while partnering with stakeholders to deliver effective marketing programs. Responsibilities:• Plan and execute integrated marketing initiatives across digital, email, social media, and event channels to strengthen brand visibility and audience engagement.• Develop, edit, and organize content for social platforms, email communications, and marketing materials while maintaining a consistent brand voice.• Manage campaign timelines, priorities, and deliverables using project management tools to ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule.• Support website updates and content publishing in WordPress, helping keep online information current, functional, and aligned with campaign goals.• Build and coordinate email marketing efforts in platforms such as HubSpot, including scheduling, content setup, and performance tracking.• Create and refine visual and promotional assets using Adobe Creative Cloud to support campaigns, presentations, and branded communications.• Collaborate with internal teams and partners to organize marketing activities and event-related initiatives from planning through execution.• Monitor campaign effectiveness and engagement metrics, then share insights and recommendations to improve future marketing performance.
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z