<p>Robert Half is partnering with an innovative clean energy startup seeking an experienced <strong>HR Director</strong> for a <strong>9-month contract opportunity</strong>. This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role requiring strong onsite presence with engineering and technical teams, along with strategic advisory support at the executive and board level.</p><p><br></p><p>This role is ideal for a senior HR leader who thrives in fast-paced startup environments and can seamlessly balance strategic workforce leadership with day-to-day HR execution.</p><p><br></p><p><strong> Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a strategic HR advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Directors, providing insights on organizational design, workforce strategy, talent risk, and long-term people planning</li><li>Lead day-to-day HR operations while setting the broader people strategy framework that supports business growth and organizational scalability</li><li>Partner with executive leadership and department heads to align people strategy with business objectives, product priorities, and operational execution</li><li>Develop and deliver board-ready and executive-level presentations, including workforce analytics, talent strategy updates, and organizational health insights</li><li>Guide enterprise-wide recruiting and workforce planning strategy to support growth across key business functions, including technical and commercial teams</li><li>Oversee HR support for a global and distributed workforce, including immigration, visa processes, and cross-border employment considerations (including EOR relationships where applicable)</li><li>Lead HR systems strategy and transformation efforts, including HRIS optimization or migration, ensuring data integrity and operational continuity</li><li>Design and evolve compensation philosophy, job architecture, and leveling frameworks to support internal equity and long-term scalability</li><li>Advise senior leaders on employee relations, organizational effectiveness, compliance considerations, and risk mitigation in a high-growth environment</li><li>Maintain a visible onsite leadership presence, building strong trust and credibility with engineering, R&D, and operational teams to ensure alignment between strategy and execution</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>About the Company</strong></p><p>A fast-growing, innovation-driven technology organization partnered with Robert Half is seeking a strategic and people-focused <strong>Director of Human Resources</strong>. The company operates in a dynamic, product-led environment and is scaling rapidly across multiple business units. This is a high-impact leadership role reporting directly to executive leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>The Director of Human Resources will lead all aspects of HR strategy, operations, and talent management for a growing tech organization. This leader will serve as a trusted advisor to executives and managers, driving initiatives that strengthen organizational culture, improve employee experience, and ensure compliance with employment regulations.</p><p>This role requires a balance of strategic leadership and hands-on execution, with responsibility for shaping HR infrastructure during a high-growth phase.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Strategic HR Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business goals and growth plans</li><li>Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, and change management</li><li>Lead initiatives that enhance company culture, engagement, and retention</li></ul><p><strong>Talent Management & Acquisition</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee full-cycle recruiting strategy in partnership with talent acquisition teams</li><li>Design workforce planning models to support scaling needs</li><li>Lead succession planning and leadership development programs</li></ul><p><strong>Employee Relations & Performance Management</strong></p><ul><li>Provide guidance on complex employee relations issues and investigations</li><li>Oversee performance management systems and ensure consistent application across teams</li><li>Promote a culture of accountability, feedback, and continuous improvement</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with Finance and leadership on compensation strategy and benchmarking</li><li>Oversee benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and employee satisfaction</li></ul><p><strong>HR Operations & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws</li><li>Maintain and improve HR policies, procedures, and systems</li><li>Drive HRIS optimization and data-driven decision-making</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Team Development</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and mentor HR team members</li><li>Build scalable HR processes to support organizational growth</li><li>Foster a collaborative and high-performance HR function</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic HR Director to lead the People function at a fast-paced AI startup in San Diego, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to build and scale HR systems and processes from the ground up, enabling innovation and growth within a high-tech, engineering-driven environment. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader who thrives in dynamic settings, collaborates effectively with executive teams, and fosters a culture of excellence and adaptability.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy that aligns with the company's mission and growth objectives.</p><p>• Collaborate with executive leadership to design organizational structures that support scalability and innovation.</p><p>• Drive talent acquisition efforts to attract top-tier engineering and AI talent, ensuring streamlined recruiting processes.</p><p>• Implement HR policies, onboarding systems, compensation frameworks, and performance management programs.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with California labor laws and global workforce standards across all operations.</p><p>• Foster a positive employee experience by creating engagement programs and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.</p><p>• Support leadership teams with coaching, conflict resolution, and organizational development initiatives.</p><p>• Build scalable systems to support a hybrid and globally distributed workforce.</p><p>• Develop learning and development programs tailored to technical and R&D-focused teams.</p><p>• Act as a cultural ambassador by establishing values, communication norms, and team-building practices.</p>
We are looking for an HR Recruiter to support hiring efforts for a short-term contract assignment based onsite in California. This role is ideal for someone who can step in quickly, manage active recruiting needs with minimal ramp-up, and deliver a strong candidate experience from sourcing through offer coordination. The position focuses on full-cycle recruiting and day-to-day talent acquisition support in a fast-paced corporate environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for open positions, from intake discussions through candidate selection and onboarding coordination.<br>• Source talent through multiple channels, including job boards, databases, referrals, and proactive outreach.<br>• Screen applicants to assess experience, qualifications, and overall fit with hiring needs and organizational expectations.<br>• Schedule and conduct interviews while guiding candidates through each stage of the hiring process.<br>• Partner closely with hiring managers to clarify role requirements, align on candidate profiles, and maintain progress on urgent openings.<br>• Maintain accurate and timely records within the applicant tracking system to ensure organized workflows and reporting visibility.<br>• Communicate regularly with candidates and internal stakeholders to provide updates, next steps, and hiring timelines.<br>• Support short-term recruiting coverage by handling active requisitions efficiently during a contract staffing gap.
We are looking for an HR Generalist to join our team in Fontana, California on a Contract basis. This role supports a wide range of human resources activities, including payroll coordination, employee support, recruiting, and records administration. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of HR operations, communicates with professionalism and empathy, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate multi-state payroll administration and assist with tax-related setup for employees working across state lines, including travel-based work registrations.<br>• Handle day-to-day employee support requests and administer internal HR programs such as workplace benefit requests and employee assistance applications.<br>• Contribute to hiring activities for hourly production and manufacturing positions by helping source candidates, schedule interviews, and maintain candidate communication.<br>• Respond promptly and professionally to HR inquiries from employees, managers, and external contacts while ensuring accurate follow-up.<br>• Maintain organized and up-to-date personnel files, HR records, and related documentation to support compliance and efficient operations.<br>• Support onboarding and general HR administration, including data entry, status updates, and coordination of employee information within HR systems.<br>• Assist with the use of HR platforms and request management tools to process forms, track submissions, and support routine workflows.
<p>Our client is seeking a knowledgeable and adaptable HR Generalist to support a wide range of human resources functions, including employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, policy implementation, and HR operations. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who can balance administrative responsibilities with employee support and contribute to a positive workplace culture.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support day-to-day human resources operations across onboarding, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and performance management.</li><li>Administer new hire processes, orientation, and employee documentation.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding policies, benefits, and HR programs.</li><li>Assist with benefits enrollment, leave tracking, and HRIS record maintenance.</li><li>Support recruitment efforts by coordinating interviews, posting jobs, and assisting with hiring workflows.</li><li>Maintain personnel files and ensure accurate, confidential recordkeeping.</li><li>Help implement HR policies, procedures, and programs in alignment with company guidelines.</li><li>Assist with employee engagement initiatives, training coordination, and special HR projects.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and internal policies.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic <strong>HR Manager</strong> to oversee key human resources functions and support organizational goals through effective people practices. This role is ideal for a professional who can balance day-to-day HR operations with long-term workforce planning and employee engagement initiatives. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee daily HR operations, including employee relations, benefits administration, performance management, and policy implementation. </li><li>Manage recruitment efforts, onboarding processes, and workforce planning initiatives. </li><li>Ensure compliance with employment laws, internal policies, and HR best practices. </li><li>Support leadership with employee engagement, retention strategies, and organizational development efforts. </li><li>Maintain HR records, reporting, and HRIS data accuracy. </li><li>Help drive improvements in performance management, productivity, and HR processes. </li><li>Partner with leadership on strategic priorities, including talent planning and skills development.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager? HR Generalist to support a nonprofit organization in San Bernardino, California. This Long-term Contract position will provide steady leadership across daily HR activities while ensuring compliant, well-organized people operations. The role is ideal for a hands-on HR specialist who can manage employee support functions, strengthen internal processes, and bring structure to a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day human resources activities and help maintain consistent application of organizational policies and established practices.</p><p>• Coordinate leave of absence cases from start to finish, including recordkeeping, status tracking, employee communication, and interaction with external partners when required.</p><p>• Oversee benefits administration by managing enrollments, updates, issue resolution, and employee assistance related to available plans.</p><p>• Monitor HR practices for alignment with California employment regulations and nonprofit workforce standards, addressing compliance needs proactively.</p><p>• Provide guidance on employee relations concerns, prepare appropriate documentation, and follow through on next steps with discretion and care.</p><p>• Work closely with legal counsel on sensitive personnel matters, risk-related issues, and employment compliance questions.</p><p>• Create, refine, and maintain HR procedures, workflows, and reference materials to improve consistency and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Lead assigned HR initiatives, manage special projects, and keep organizational leadership informed of priorities, activity, and potential areas of concern./HR</p>
We are looking for a Human Resources Administrator to join our team in Irvine, California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role supports core HR operations with a strong emphasis on benefits administration, employee support, and compliance-focused processes. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience managing benefit programs, coordinating onboarding activities, and maintaining accurate HR records in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day administration of employee benefit offerings, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement programs.<br>• Coordinate new enrollments, status updates related to life events, employee separations, and annual open enrollment activities while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Maintain reliable benefits records in HR systems and review carrier billing to resolve discrepancies and support accurate reconciliations.<br>• Work closely with insurance providers, brokers, and external administrators to support smooth delivery of benefit services and issue resolution.<br>• Monitor adherence to applicable federal and state employment and benefits regulations and help maintain compliant HR practices and documentation.<br>• Administer leave and disability cases by tracking requests, communicating with employees, and supporting required documentation.<br>• Assist with payroll-related benefits activity, including deduction review, audits, and reporting tied to employee elections.<br>• Lead benefits orientation sessions and prepare employee-facing materials that explain programs, enrollment steps, and available resources.<br>• Support HR administration tasks such as onboarding coordination, background checks, and I-9 compliance activities as needed.
<p><strong>About the Company</strong></p><p>A leading engineering organization partnered with Robert Half is seeking an experienced <strong>Head of People (Contract)</strong> to support a period of organizational growth and transformation. The company delivers large-scale engineering and infrastructure solutions across commercial, industrial, and public-sector projects and requires immediate HR leadership support.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>This contract role will serve as the senior-most People leader, responsible for stabilizing, optimizing, and advancing the organization’s HR function during a critical growth phase. The Head of People will provide both strategic direction and hands-on leadership across all core HR functions, including talent strategy, employee relations, workforce planning, and leadership development.</p><p>This is a high-impact, interim leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving, project-driven environments and can quickly assess, prioritize, and execute people initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>People Strategy & Organizational Leadership</p><ul><li>Assess current HR/People function and identify immediate gaps and opportunities</li><li>Provide strategic HR leadership to executive and operations teams</li><li>Align people initiatives with short-term stabilization and long-term growth objectives</li></ul><p>Talent & Workforce Management</p><ul><li>Oversee recruiting strategy for critical engineering, field, and corporate roles</li><li>Partner with leadership to support urgent and pipeline-driven hiring needs</li><li>Improve workforce planning processes for project-based staffing demands</li></ul><p>Employee Relations & Organizational Support</p><ul><li>Manage complex employee relations matters and provide guidance to leadership</li><li>Ensure consistent and compliant handling of HR issues across teams</li><li>Support organizational change management initiatives</li></ul><p>Performance & Leadership Support</p><ul><li>Evaluate and refine performance management processes</li><li>Coach managers and senior leaders on people management and engagement</li><li>Support leadership alignment during periods of transition or restructuring</li></ul><p>Compensation, Benefits & HR Operations</p><ul><li>Review compensation structures for internal equity and market competitiveness</li><li>Support benefits evaluation and recommendations where needed</li><li>Identify and improve inefficiencies within HR systems and workflows</li></ul><p>Compliance & Risk Management</p><ul><li>Ensure adherence to employment laws and internal HR policies</li><li>Mitigate HR-related risks during periods of change or scaling</li><li>Partner with legal and operational stakeholders as needed </li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>The Bilingual Human Resources Manager is responsible for overseeing daily HR operations while helping drive employee engagement, compliance, recruiting, training, and overall workforce support across the organization. This position serves as a strategic and operational partner to leadership and employees, ensuring HR initiatives align with business goals and company culture. The ideal candidate is bilingual in English and Spanish, highly organized, approachable, and capable of managing both employee relations and administrative HR functions in a fast-paced environment. This role requires someone who can effectively balance compliance, communication, recruiting, and employee development while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality at all times.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>CORE RESPONSIBILITIES</u></strong></p><p>Employee Relations & HR Support</p><ul><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for employee questions regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and workplace concerns</li><li>Support managers with coaching, employee development, performance management, and corrective action processes</li><li>Conduct employee investigations and assist with conflict resolution in a professional and confidential manner</li><li>Maintain employee records and HR documentation in compliance with company policies and labor laws</li><li>Assist with leave administration, accommodations, workers’ compensation, and employee support processes</li><li>Promote employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and workplace culture activities</li></ul><p>Recruitment & Onboarding</p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle recruiting efforts including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding</li><li>Partner with department leaders to identify staffing needs and hiring priorities</li><li>Coordinate onboarding and orientation programs for new hires</li><li>Maintain recruitment metrics and assist with workforce planning initiatives</li><li>Attend hiring events, networking functions, and recruiting activities as needed</li></ul><p>Compliance & HR Operations</p><ul><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations</li><li>Support HR audits, I-9 compliance, and employee file management</li><li>Assist with policy updates, HR reporting, and process improvements</li><li>Maintain HRIS records and employee data accuracy</li><li>Support payroll coordination and benefits administration processes</li></ul>
<p>A growing biotech company in Carlsbad is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to support daily HR operations, employee onboarding, recruiting coordination, and HR administrative functions. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their HR career within a fast-paced, innovative environment while gaining exposure to multiple areas of human resources.</p><p><br></p><p>The Human Resources Coordinator will work closely with HR leadership and hiring managers to help maintain organized processes, support employee experience initiatives, and ensure smooth day-to-day HR operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>HR Administration & Employee Support</p><ul><li>Maintain employee records, onboarding documentation, and HR files</li><li>Assist employees with general HR-related questions and administrative requests</li><li>Support benefits enrollment coordination and employee paperwork processing</li><li>Help maintain HRIS records and ensure employee data accuracy</li><li>Assist with leave tracking, compliance documentation, and policy acknowledgments</li></ul><p>Recruiting & Onboarding</p><ul><li>Coordinate interviews, candidate scheduling, and recruiting logistics</li><li>Assist with posting job openings and maintaining applicant tracking systems</li><li>Prepare onboarding materials and support new hire orientation processes</li><li>Coordinate background checks, employment verifications, and onboarding follow-up</li></ul><p>HR Operations & Compliance</p><ul><li>Support HR reporting, audits, and compliance-related projects</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of employee and company information</li><li>Assist with employee engagement activities and internal HR initiatives</li><li>Help coordinate trainings, meetings, and HR communication efforts</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a strategic and hands-on marketing leader to guide execution across a diverse portfolio of campaigns for a health care company based in Temecula, California. This role oversees day-to-day marketing operations, ensuring initiatives are delivered on schedule, aligned with brand standards, and measured against clear performance goals. The Director of Marketing will work closely with patient acquisition partners to strengthen demand generation, increase appointment volume, and support long-term patient engagement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the marketing function by directing priorities, managing workflows, and ensuring the team delivers high-quality campaigns with consistent execution.</p><p>• Oversee the planning and rollout of multi-channel marketing initiatives, including service line promotions, location launches, and community-focused events.</p><p>• Monitor campaign budgets, timelines, and performance indicators to keep projects on track and aligned with organizational objectives.</p><p>• Partner with patient acquisition stakeholders to improve the conversion of marketing interest into scheduled appointments and ongoing patient relationships.</p><p>• Maintain brand consistency across marketing materials, messaging, and audience touchpoints while adapting strategies for different programs and markets.</p><p>• Use analytics and reporting tools to evaluate campaign effectiveness, identify trends, and recommend adjustments that improve results.</p><p>• Guide the development of tactical marketing plans that increase visibility, support growth goals, and strengthen market presence.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to coordinate deliverables, streamline execution, and resolve issues that may affect campaign outcomes.</p>
<p>A growing manufacturing company in Vista is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee employee relations, compliance, recruiting, performance management, and HR operations across a dynamic production environment. This role will partner closely with leadership and operations teams to support workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational growth initiatives. The Human Resources Manager will be responsible for balancing strategic HR leadership with hands-on daily support in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES</u></strong></p><p>HR Operations & Compliance</p><ul><li>Oversee daily HR operations including employee relations, policy administration, compliance, and personnel management</li><li>Ensure compliance with employment regulations including wage and hour laws, OSHA, FMLA, ADA, and workers’ compensation requirements</li><li>Maintain HR records, reporting, and personnel documentation</li><li>Support investigations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution processes</li><li>Partner with leadership on workforce planning and organizational initiatives</li></ul><p>Recruitment & Workforce Development</p><ul><li>Lead recruiting efforts for manufacturing, operations, and corporate positions</li><li>Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and training initiatives</li><li>Support employee development, succession planning, and retention strategies</li><li>Develop and maintain training programs related to safety, compliance, and workplace expectations</li></ul><p>Employee Engagement & Leadership Support</p><ul><li>Provide coaching and HR guidance to supervisors and managers</li><li>Support employee engagement and culture-building initiatives</li><li>Assist with performance review processes and employee development plans</li><li>Promote a collaborative, safety-focused workplace environment</li></ul>