<p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a respected professional services organization is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director to join its leadership team. This individual will report to executive leadership and partner closely across all departments and office locations. The HR Director will serve as a strategic advisor, mentor a growing HR team, and oversee all aspects of HR operations, including talent management, employee relations, compliance, compensation, and benefits.</p><p>The ideal candidate brings a forward‑thinking HR mindset, strong leadership experience, and a commitment to cultivating an inclusive, high‑performance workplace culture aligned with organizational values. For more information this position, please reach out to Lisa Cole 916-649-0832. </p><p><br></p><p>Duties will include: </p><ul><li>Lead full‑cycle recruitment, onboarding, and new‑hire integration</li><li>Oversee performance reviews, career development, and coaching programs</li><li>Partner with leaders on staffing needs and workforce planning</li><li>Analyze trends and support proactive retention strategies</li><li>Manage all leave programs (FMLA, CFRA, ADA, and related policies)</li><li>Advise leaders on employee relations, conflict resolution, and discipline</li><li>Conduct confidential investigations and report findings to leadership/counsel</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws</li><li>Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks</li><li>Lead compensation strategy, benchmarking, and annual salary reviews</li><li>Oversee benefits administration, including health and retirement plans</li><li>Evaluate and recommend enhancements to total rewards offerings</li><li>Coordinate with payroll on SDI/PFL wage integration</li><li>Mentor and develop HR team members</li><li>Ensure delivery of high‑quality, confidential HR support services</li><li>Manage HRIS systems and ensure accurate reporting and recordkeeping</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong><u>Contract To Hire:</u> </strong>SF Bay Area Hybrid Role</p><p>We are looking for a skilled HR Business Partner with a focus in Labor Relations in the SF Bay Area (east bay) to assist our client on this contract position that has potential to be hired on full-time. This role will require travel once a month around the Bay Area to various client locations. You will collaborate with business leaders and employees to drive organizational success while ensuring adherence to company policies, employment laws, and union agreements. This position offers an exciting opportunity to provide strategic HR guidance in a unionized environment while supporting performance management and employee relations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Collaborate with managers and leaders to align workforce planning and organizational development initiatives with business goals.</p><p>• Offer expert advice on employee engagement, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.</p><p>• Interpret and administer collective bargaining agreements to ensure compliance with union contract provisions.</p><p>• Foster strong labor-management relationships by serving as a liaison between management and union representatives.</p><p>• Investigate and support the resolution of employee grievances in accordance with company policies and union agreements.</p><p>• Implement HR programs and policies that enhance employee relations and support compliance with employment laws.</p><p>• Provide training and guidance to leaders on HR best practices and labor law requirements.</p><p>• Assist in developing strategies to improve overall employee satisfaction and organizational culture.</p><p>• Monitor and ensure adherence to HR compliance standards across all levels of the organization.</p>
<p>We are seeking a highly skilled Payroll Analyst to work with a client of ours on a long-term contract.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency</li><li>Perform payroll audits, variance analysis, and trend reporting across multiple entities and jurisdictions</li><li>Support payroll system implementations, upgrades, and integrations (HRIS/ERP)</li><li>Develop and maintain payroll reports and dashboards for leadership visibility (headcount, overtime, tax exposure)</li><li>Ensure compliance with SOX controls, internal policies, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with HRIS, Finance, and IT on data integrity and system performance</li><li>Document workflows, SOPs, and internal controls for payroll processes</li><li>Support automation initiatives and continuous improvement projects</li></ul>
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Analyst to join our team in San Francisco, California, on a long-term contract basis. This role is ideal for professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and possess the expertise to navigate global payroll operations. The position involves addressing payroll inquiries, resolving exceptions, and collaborating across departments to ensure smooth payroll processes in a fast-paced, interruption-heavy setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle payroll-related inquiries and provide timely resolutions with a customer-focused approach.<br>• Triage and prioritize payroll tickets, ensuring escalations are addressed effectively.<br>• Manage off-cycle payrolls and exceptions while maintaining accuracy in payroll operations.<br>• Review and analyze payroll reports to identify discrepancies and provide actionable insights.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to guide them through payroll processes and resolve urgent issues.<br>• Support gross-to-net payroll calculations, pension schemes, and compliance requirements.<br>• Operate across multiple countries, managing payroll functions in at least three international locations.<br>• Utilize tools like Workday, ADP Workforce Now, and Jira to ensure efficient payroll workflows.<br>• Adapt to frequent changes and shifting priorities in a fast-moving environment.<br>• Contribute to the improvement of payroll processes and cross-functional collaboration.
<p>A San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support its civil litigation team. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity ideal for a legal admin who enjoys being a central support resource in a fast-paced, plaintiff-side law firm environment. The Legal Administrative Assistant will provide general administrative and operational support to attorneys and legal staff, assisting with case coordination, document handling, and office operations. While experience in personal injury or litigation is preferred, candidates with administrative experience in any legal practice area are encouraged to apply.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide administrative support to attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff</li><li>Prepare, format, and proofread correspondence and legal documents</li><li>Assist with basic court filings and document submissions as directed</li><li>Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files</li><li>Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments</li><li>Answer phones, direct calls, and interact professionally with clients and vendors</li><li>Assist with intake forms, record requests, and general case coordination</li><li>Support office operations, including supplies, records management, and special projects</li></ul>
<p>A growing organization in Oakland is seeking a <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> for a high‑priority, temp‑to‑perm opportunity. This role is critical during a period of organizational growth and will bring structure, consistency, and expertise to payroll operations.</p><p>This position will requires direct payroll processing experience and will partner closely with HR and internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Oakland, CA (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)</p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Temp‑to‑Perm</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process high‑volume payroll for approximately <strong>700 employees</strong></li><li>Manage <strong>certified, multi-state payroll and prevailing wage</strong></li><li>Serve as payroll subject matter expert and employee resource</li><li>Help build, improve, and document payroll processes</li><li>Ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely payroll execution</li></ul>
We are looking for a motivated Housing Assistant Rep I to join our team in Oakland, California. In this role, you will provide essential administrative and clerical support under the guidance of a department director or senior executive. This is a long-term contract position that offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the efficiency and success of housing-related operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage scheduling and coordinate appointments to ensure smooth daily operations.<br>• Assist in preparing audit reports and other comprehensive documentation.<br>• Create detailed reports and summaries based on data analysis.<br>• Collaborate with various stakeholders, including government officials and police officers, to address administrative needs.<br>• Utilize Yardi software to support housing-related tasks and maintain accurate records.<br>• Conduct evaluations of existing procedures and recommend improvements for operational efficiency.<br>• Support budget preparation and monitor expenditures as needed.<br>• Handle correspondence and draft procedural memoranda to ensure clear communication.<br>• Maintain confidential files and administrative records with precision.<br>• Address payroll-related processes and monitor attendance records effectively.
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) provides hands-on HR support across multiple locations in a grocery retail environment, ensuring compliance with California labor laws. The role blends daily HR operations with strategic partnership to align people practices with business goals.<br><br>Key responsibilities include managing employee relations (performance issues, investigations, terminations), supporting recruitment and onboarding, assisting with benefits and leave management, and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. The HRBP also supports performance management, training and development, and change initiatives.<br><br>Additionally, the role involves analyzing HR data, maintaining records, and driving employee engagement by working closely with leaders to improve workplace satisfaction and foster a high-performance culture.<br><br>Most important keys: <br> · This HRBP will cover primarily Stockton and Lodi as far south as Manteca and as far west as Fairfield- comfortable to travel <br> · Very strong time manager and prioritizing task coming their way- have to be able to manage and budget their day- have a level of autonomy <br> · CA employment law knowledge (federal, state, and labor laws)<br> · Experienced HRBP in CA (Employee investigations, Interactive processes for ADA accommodations, exempt vs nonexempt, meal penalty, Etc.)<br> · There will be collaboration and support but need foundational knowledge<br> · Software- Workday, Day force- just a preference, comfortable working in an HR system- required <br> · Bachelors, strongly preferred or strong working experience <br>HR Certifications – all are a preference
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is looking for a detail-oriented Workday Payroll Business Analyst to contribute to a major Workday Financials and Payroll implementation project for one of our clients on an interim basis. This position plays a vital role in transitioning complex payroll operations into a streamlined Workday environment, ensuring compliance with multi-state regulations and union-specific requirements. As a long-term contract opportunity, this role offers the chance to collaborate across Payroll, Finance, and IT teams while addressing the unique operational needs of a healthcare organization.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><p>• Configure and maintain Workday Payroll settings, including earnings, deductions, taxes, pay groups, and complex workflows.</p><p>• Facilitate the migration of payroll data from legacy systems such as Lawson S3, PeopleSoft, and Dayforce into Workday.</p><p>• Lead requirements gathering, document system configurations, and oversee user acceptance testing and parallel testing cycles.</p><p>• Develop and manage integrations using Workday EIBs and other tools, while generating advanced reports to support data reconciliation.</p><p>• Map payroll processes to the general ledger and ensure accuracy in financial reconciliations and accruals.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with multi-state taxation laws, garnishment rules, and retro-pay policies.</p><p>• Address unique healthcare workforce needs, including union rules, shift differentials, and 24/7 operational requirements.</p><p>• Provide technical support and troubleshoot payroll interfaces, ensuring seamless data flow across systems.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align payroll processes with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.</p>
<p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>Our client is implementing a new <strong>audit management platform (Optro / AuditBoard)</strong> that will be used system‑wide across a large, multi‑campus environment. This role will support the initial go‑live and post‑implementation “hyper‑care” phase, helping auditors successfully adopt and use the system.</p><p> </p><p>This is a hands‑on role requiring both <strong>audit domain knowledge</strong> and <strong>system administration experience</strong>. The ideal candidate is someone who has worked closely with audit teams and supported or administered an audit or GRC platform.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide system administration support for an audit management platform (Optro / AuditBoard or similar)</li><li>Manage user access, provisioning and deprovisioning, and day‑to‑day system administration</li><li>Support initial system configuration and maintain ongoing platform settings</li><li>Troubleshoot user and system issues during and after implementation</li><li>Support secure and consistent system use across multiple teams and locations</li><li>Assist with basic reporting and workflows</li><li>Provide training support for auditors, including: </li><li>Answering user questions during implementation</li><li>Creating job aids and standard training materials</li><li>Supporting ongoing internal training needs</li><li>Serve as a “go‑to” resource during the post‑go‑live hyper‑care period</li></ul>
We are looking for a detail-oriented HR Generalist to join our team in San Leandro, California, on a contract basis. In this role, you will play a key part in organizing and maintaining employee records, ensuring compliance with California labor laws, and supporting HR operations for both field and office staff. This position offers an excellent opportunity to streamline processes while contributing to employee onboarding, offboarding, and ongoing HR compliance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Audit, digitize, and organize both paper and electronic employee records to ensure seamless access and compliance.<br>• Upload employee documentation into the HR management system and develop standardized file structures for different staff groups.<br>• Monitor and track certifications, licenses, and renewal deadlines for field technicians.<br>• Ensure all employee files are complete with mandatory documents, including job descriptions, offer letters, I-9s, and training records.<br>• Maintain safety compliance logs, chemical handling records, and injury prevention documentation.<br>• Create workflows for incident and near-miss reporting, ensuring clear documentation processes for field crews.<br>• Oversee compliance with California meal and rest break regulations for non-exempt employees.<br>• Support HR processes such as new employee reporting, employee classification reviews, and termination documentation.<br>• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for onboarding, offboarding, incident reporting, and file maintenance.<br>• Train administrative staff on HR system workflows, data management, and compliance protocols.
We are looking for a dedicated HR Generalist to join our team in Lodi, California. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to essential HR functions, including leave management, recruitment, and administrative support. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of HR best practices and a proactive approach to supporting employees and managers.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage leave administration processes, ensuring compliance with state and federal leave policies.<br>• Support recruitment efforts by posting job requisitions, reviewing applications, and coordinating interview schedules.<br>• Provide assistance with HR administrative tasks, including maintaining employee records and generating reports.<br>• Collaborate on special HR projects to improve processes and enhance employee engagement.<br>• Serve as a resource for managers and employees regarding HR policies and procedures.<br>• Utilize HRIS systems, such as Workday, to manage and update employee data.<br>• Assist in onboarding new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization.<br>• Address basic employee relations inquiries and escalate complex issues as needed.<br>• Support benefit administration functions, including enrollment and employee communications.
We are looking for an HR Generalist to support a broad range of people operations activities for our pipeline organization in Stockton, California. This role partners with employees and managers to deliver responsive HR support, promote consistent practices, and help maintain a positive workplace experience. The position is well suited for someone who can balance employee support, administrative accuracy, and day-to-day coordination across core HR programs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Address routine employee relations concerns by gathering information, documenting issues, and working toward timely resolution within established HR guidelines.<br>• Refer sensitive or higher-risk employee matters to senior HR leaders when additional review or intervention is needed.<br>• Advise employees and supervisors on company policies, standard procedures, and everyday HR-related questions to encourage consistent application across teams.<br>• Support the performance management cycle by organizing timelines, assisting with documentation, and helping managers stay aligned with review expectations.<br>• Contribute to employee engagement efforts by helping administer surveys, tracking feedback themes, and monitoring progress on follow-up actions.<br>• Coordinate onboarding activities for new team members, including paperwork, scheduling, and orientation support, to create a smooth introduction to the organization.<br>• Manage offboarding steps such as documentation, internal coordination, and compliance-related tasks to ensure an orderly separation process.<br>• Provide administrative support for benefits, leave programs, and retirement plan inquiries while maintaining accurate employee records in HR systems.<br>• Arrange training sessions and assist with internal HR communications that reinforce workplace expectations, programs, and company culture.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve HR workflows, reporting, and process consistency to strengthen operational efficiency across the organization.
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative <strong>Human Resources Generalist</strong> to support day-to-day HR operations and partner closely with leadership across multiple locations in the Greater Sacramento and Central California region. This is an <strong>on-site role</strong> in Sacramento that requires strong teamwork with managers and field operations.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Shantel Poole via LinkedIn or call 916-649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Support recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding efforts</li><li>Assist with employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance</li><li>Help administer HR programs including benefits, leave, training, and employee engagement initiatives</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation</li><li>Support payroll-related processes and HRIS data entry</li><li>Assist with open enrollment and benefits communication</li><li>Partner with leadership to ensure consistent policy implementation</li></ul><p><strong>What We’re Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines</li><li>Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with HRIS systems is a plus</li></ul><p><br></p>