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HR Assistant

Hollywood, CA
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Temporary / Contract
22.00 - 27.00 USD / Hourly
Job Title: HR AssistantLocation: Hollywood, CAJob Type: Long-Term ContractJob Description:We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented HR Assistant for a long-term contract opportunity in Hollywood. This role will support the Human Resources team with key onboarding functions and I-9 employment verification processing. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of HR experience and be comfortable handling sensitive employee information with accuracy and professionalism. Based on general knowledge.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with new hire onboarding, including preparing and collecting onboarding documents</li><li>Coordinate and process Form I-9 verifications in compliance with federal requirements</li><li>Track onboarding progress and ensure all pre-employment paperwork is completed on time</li><li>Maintain accurate and confidential employee records</li><li>Communicate with new hires regarding onboarding steps, documentation, and start dates</li><li>Support HR with data entry, file management, and general administrative tasks</li><li>Partner with internal teams to ensure a smooth and positive new hire experience</li><li>Help ensure compliance with company policies and HR procedures</li></ul>
2026-11-04T17:08:43Z

Human Resources (HR) Generalist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a skilled and adaptable HR Generalist to support a broad range of human resources functions, including employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, HRIS updates, and performance management. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys balancing administrative responsibilities with employee-facing support in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and able to build strong working relationships while helping ensure HR processes run smoothly and in compliance with company policies and employment regulations. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support day-to-day HR operations across employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, offboarding, and employee documentation</li><li>Assist with benefits administration, open enrollment support, and employee questions related to HR policies and procedures</li><li>Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS while ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality</li><li>Partner with managers and employees to address employee relations matters and escalate issues as needed</li><li>Help administer performance management processes and support training and development initiatives</li><li>Assist with compliance reporting, policy updates, and adherence to federal, state, and local employment regulations</li><li>Support recruiting coordination, interview scheduling, and new employee onboarding activities</li><li>Prepare HR reports, track key metrics, and assist with special projects as assigned</li></ul>
2026-11-04T17:53:45Z

Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Generalist to support a broad range of HR activities for a hospitality company in Santa Monica. This role will contribute to day-to-day people operations by helping create a positive employee experience, maintaining accurate HR processes, and supporting key programs across onboarding, benefits, and employee relations. The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, and comfortable balancing administrative responsibilities with employee-facing support in a fast-paced environment. In this role you will focus on LOA's, employee relations and other HR generalist level duties. Previous experience with UKG is preferred. Responsibilities:• Guide employees and managers on workplace policies, procedures, and employee relations matters while promoting consistent HR practices.• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, ensuring documentation, orientation steps, and compliance tasks are completed accurately and on time.• Administer core HR operations, including maintaining employee records, processing status changes, and supporting routine personnel transactions.• Assist with benefits-related activities by responding to employee questions, supporting enrollments, and helping resolve issues with vendors or internal stakeholders.• Maintain and update information in the HRIS to ensure employee data remains accurate, complete, and aligned with reporting needs.• Partner with internal teams to support HR communications, documentation, and process improvements across the employee lifecycle.• Help monitor compliance with company policies and applicable employment requirements through organized recordkeeping and timely follow-up.• Provide general administrative support to the HR function, including preparing letters, tracking requests, and managing confidential information with discretion.
2026-10-26T21:58:43Z

Human Resources (HR) Specialist

South Gate, CA
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Temporary to Hire
31.66 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Specialist to support daily HR operations for an onsite team in California. This contract opportunity is well suited for a detail-focused individual with strong Paycom expertise who enjoys managing core HR processes with accuracy and consistency. The role offers the chance to contribute across employee lifecycle activities, compliance support, and operational improvements while building toward long-term growth within the HR function. Responsibilities: • Oversee employee information in Paycom and ensure HR records, transactions, and documentation remain accurate and up to date. • Coordinate onboarding and separation activities, including employment paperwork, system updates, and required employee communications. • Administer key Paycom functions such as benefits-related activity, E-Verify processing, and personnel action documentation. • Support benefits changes and enrollment tasks while helping employees and managers navigate routine HR requests. • Maintain organized personnel files and prepare documentation for employment verification and compliance needs. • Work closely with leadership to address day-to-day employee relations matters and general HR operational priorities. • Process payroll-related employee data changes and confirm updates are reflected correctly in HR systems. • Review existing workflows, identify inefficiencies, and recommend practical improvements to strengthen HR operations.
2026-11-06T16:24:05Z

Human Resources (HR) Director

Torrance, CA
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Temporary to Hire
69.00 - 79.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Director to guide and strengthen the people function for a growing managed services organization in California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for a strategic and hands-on leader who can build scalable HR programs, support business growth, and foster a strong employee experience. The role will partner closely with leadership to drive talent strategy, workforce planning, compliance, and organizational development across a multi-state environment. Responsibilities: • Direct and mentor the HR team across multiple office locations, providing leadership to HR administration, front-office support, and training resources. • Lead full-cycle recruiting efforts for technical, engineering, and revenue-generating roles while improving recruitment speed and overall candidate quality. • Oversee employee onboarding and training operations by administering the learning platform, assigning coursework, tracking completion, and ensuring managers maintain current content. • Manage performance review programs and people analytics, including quarterly evaluation cycles, retention tracking, and reporting workforce insights to senior leadership. • Support mergers and acquisitions from the HR perspective by coordinating due diligence, aligning compensation and benefits, preparing offers, and integrating newly acquired employees. • Maintain compliance with employment regulations across multiple states, update HR policies and handbook materials, and guide employee relations matters with sound judgment. • Administer compensation and benefits programs to ensure employees receive accurate information and a consistent experience. • Champion a values-driven workplace culture by helping leaders recruit, coach, and develop employees in alignment with organizational expectations.
2026-11-06T01:08:47Z

Human Resources (HR) Director

Torrance, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
145000.00 - 165000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Director to lead and strengthen the people function for a growing managed services organization in Torrance, California. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can shape HR strategy while also driving day-to-day execution across compliance, talent, employee relations, and organizational development. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in acquisition integration, multi-state employment practices, and building scalable HR programs that support rapid expansion. Responsibilities: • Lead the full human resources function, establishing practical policies, programs, and workflows that support a fast-growing, multi-location business. • Direct the people side of acquisitions, including due diligence, employee onboarding, benefits alignment, retention planning, and successful integration of newly acquired teams. • Build and refine HR infrastructure to support significant headcount growth, ensuring processes remain effective as the organization scales. • Oversee employee relations, performance management, training initiatives, and HR administration with a balanced approach that supports both business goals and employee experience. • Partner with leadership to develop talent acquisition strategies for technical and sales hiring within managed services, technology, and related sectors. • Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations across California, Texas, and other operating states, while reducing organizational risk. • Manage compensation and benefits programs, helping create consistent and competitive offerings across a growing workforce. • Lead and develop HR team members while providing support across multiple offices and states. • Collaborate with executive stakeholders to align workforce planning and people strategy with broader growth objectives.
2026-11-05T22:53:41Z

Human Resources (HR) Director

Cerritos, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
135000.00 - 165000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Director to lead a broad HR function supporting multiple business units in Cerritos, California. This position oversees employee relations, payroll administration, benefits, compliance, recruiting strategy, and workforce support across a complex operating environment. The role also partners closely with senior leadership to guide policy decisions, manage organizational risk, and ensure consistent, legally compliant people practices throughout the company. Responsibilities: • Lead and develop several functional teams across human resources, payroll, safety, driver hours compliance, and risk and insurance operations. • Direct the full employee lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, disciplinary actions, separations, and severance-related matters. • Manage HR programs for multiple entities and oversee weekly payroll activities to support accurate and timely employee compensation. • Maintain and update employee policies, handbooks, and onboarding processes while supporting a steady volume of new hires each week. • Guide recruiting and retention initiatives, including incentive-based programs designed to improve hiring outcomes and employee stability. • Oversee benefits administration, annual renewal planning, open enrollment activities, and vendor relationships for healthcare, payroll, and timekeeping services. • Ensure compliance with employment regulations, wage and hour requirements, garnishments, prevailing wage obligations, and other HR, payroll, and safety standards. • Prepare and monitor departmental budgets, approve related invoices, and maintain secure handling of confidential employee records and documentation. • Coordinate required workplace trainings, legal posting requirements, bilingual employee communications, and responses to external agencies or third-party administrators. • Support employment-related legal matters by working with counsel, preparing records for case review, and assisting with depositions, investigations, and program rollouts tied to organizational changes.
2026-10-26T23:58:42Z

Human Resources (HR) Recruiter

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary / Contract
26.60 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Recruiter to support hiring efforts for a mission-focused organization serving individuals, children, and families in Los Angeles, California. This Long-term Contract position will lead talent acquisition activities for roles tied to education, behavioral health, social services, and family support programs. The recruiter will help strengthen the workforce by identifying candidates with relevant experience, creating a positive hiring experience, and expanding outreach strategies that connect with diverse talent communities. Responsibilities: • Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for assigned openings, from intake meetings and sourcing strategy through interviews, offers, and hiring coordination. • Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines using direct sourcing, networking, referrals, and community-based outreach methods. • Conduct candidate screenings and interviews to evaluate experience, skills, and alignment with role requirements. • Oversee applicant tracking system activity, ensuring postings, candidate records, and recruitment updates remain accurate and organized. • Prepare hiring reports and recruitment metrics to support workforce planning and improve talent acquisition outcomes. • Coordinate pre-employment steps and onboarding logistics to help new hires transition smoothly into their roles. • Represent the organization at job fairs, recruiting events, and community engagement activities to increase visibility and attract talent. • Develop partnerships with colleges, workforce programs, community organizations, and industry associations to broaden sourcing channels and support diverse hiring initiatives.
2026-11-03T18:08:40Z

HR Generalist

Los Angeles, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an HR Generalist to support day-to-day human resources operations for a dynamic workplace in Los Angeles, California. This role will serve as a key partner to employees and leaders by helping maintain compliance, strengthening employee relations, and supporting core HR programs across the organization. The ideal candidate brings practical experience in California employment practices, strong communication skills in both English and Spanish, and the ability to balance administrative detail with hands-on employee support. Responsibilities: • Advise managers and employees on California employment standards, including wage and hour rules, leave requirements, and other applicable state and federal regulations. • Help coordinate safety initiatives with operational leaders to reinforce compliance expectations and promote a secure working environment. • Oversee workers’ compensation cases, including claim follow-up, return-to-work coordination, and communication with employees, supervisors, and external administrators. • Support recruiting activities by assisting with recruitment efforts, onboarding processes, orientation for new team members, and training programs for both hourly and salaried team members. • Maintain accurate personnel files and HR documentation while ensuring records are managed in line with company policy and legal standards. • Partner with leadership on employee relations matters such as attendance concerns, coaching discussions, disciplinary actions, and performance-related guidance. • Assist in rolling out HR policies and help ensure consistent interpretation and application across departments. • Contribute to internal audits, compliance reporting, and special HR initiatives as business needs arise. • Build positive working relationships across production, operations, and leadership teams to support a strong employee experience.
2026-11-06T23:04:08Z

Human Resources (HR) Recruiter

Irvine, CA
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Temporary to Hire
42.75 - 49.50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Recruiter to join a growing organization in Irvine, California. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who excels at attracting talent, building strong partnerships across the business, and supporting a fast-moving environment. The person in this role will lead hiring efforts across multiple functions while also contributing to employee development and broader HR initiatives. This position offers the chance to make a visible impact on team growth, organizational effectiveness, and the overall employee experience. Responsibilities: • Direct end-to-end hiring activities for a range of departments, including commercial, operations, customer-facing, technical, and quality-focused teams. • Develop targeted sourcing approaches, build candidate pipelines, and engage talent through industry networks and recruiting channels. • Partner with leaders to define hiring priorities, align search strategies with business goals, and improve workforce planning decisions. • Oversee the recruitment lifecycle from initial outreach through interview coordination, offer management, and onboarding support. • Advise leadership on talent market trends, team structure considerations, and approaches to strengthen hiring outcomes and retention. • Assist with identifying employee development needs and support training initiatives through coordination, tracking, and follow-up. • Contribute to the creation and delivery of onboarding, compliance, and career development materials for employees. • Provide day-to-day HR support by responding to employee questions, reinforcing policies, and maintaining accurate HR documentation and records. • Participate in cross-functional HR projects focused on engagement, culture, process improvement, and employee programs or events.
2026-10-08T15:43:43Z

Human Resources Coordinator

San Marcos, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
A public-sector support organization is looking for a highly organized HR Coordinator to keep recruitment, onboarding, and employee records running smoothly. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys coordinating details, assisting employees with HR questions, and ensuring personnel documentation is complete and accurate. You’ll partner with HR leadership and department managers to support a range of employee lifecycle activities.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Coordinate interview scheduling, candidate communications, and recruitment documentation.</li><li>Prepare onboarding materials and track required employment forms and acknowledgments.</li><li>Maintain personnel files and update employee information in the HRIS.</li><li>Assist with background checks, reference checks, and pre-employment requirements.</li><li>Track probationary periods, performance review deadlines, training completion, and employee status changes.</li><li>Support benefits enrollment and route employee questions to the appropriate HR contact.</li><li>Assist with leave documentation and maintain confidential records.</li><li>Prepare employment letters, personnel change forms, and routine HR correspondence.</li><li>Help compile staffing reports, headcount updates, and compliance documentation.</li><li>Coordinate orientation sessions and communicate onboarding schedules to new hires.</li><li>Respond to routine employee questions regarding policies, forms, and HR processes.</li></ul>
2026-11-03T19:28:48Z

Human Resources (HR) Coordinator

Culver City, CA
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Temporary / Contract
50.00 - 60.00 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for a strong Mobility Manager to support our large, publicly traded entertainment client based on West Los Angeles. This is a high-visibility role within the HR organization, responsible for managing domestic and international employee mobility programs, ensuring compliance with immigration, tax, employment, and labor regulations for employees relocating to the U.S. on both temporary assignments and permanent transfers. The ideal candidate brings strong cross-functional partnership skills and can manage sensitive mobility matters with accuracy, discretion, and a high level of service. Responsibilities:• Lead mobility coordination for employees relocating domestically and internationally, from initial planning through assignment completion or permanent transfer.• Act as the central point of contact among Human Resources, Legal, Payroll, Tax, Finance, and external service providers involved in relocation and immigration support.• Help maintain compliance with immigration, employment, labor, and tax obligations tied to workforce movement across locations.• Work closely with legal partners and outside counsel to support visa processing, work authorization matters, and permanent residency cases.• Provide guidance to HR partners and business leaders on mobility policies, relocation support options, assignment structures, and potential compliance considerations.• Oversee relocation-related vendors and benefits while helping deliver a smooth and well-supported employee experience throughout each move.• Partner with payroll and tax stakeholders to address compensation treatment, reporting needs, and cross-border tax considerations associated with employee transfers.• Track regulatory developments that may affect mobility programs and update documentation, procedures, and internal practices as needed.• Maintain organized records, policy materials, and audit-ready documentation to support company standards and program governance.• Contribute to workforce planning efforts by supporting international hiring strategies and employee movement initiatives across the organization.
2026-10-20T21:24:08Z

Human Resources (HR) Recruiter

San Bernardino, CA
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Temporary / Contract
22.16 - 27.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Recruiter to support hiring efforts for a non-profit organization in California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented recruiting specialist who can manage the full recruitment cycle, build strong candidate pipelines, and deliver a well-organized hiring experience. The person in this role will help attract talent with relevant experience, guide candidates through each stage of the process, and support consistent, compliant recruiting practices. Responsibilities: • Build and execute creative sourcing approaches using job boards, social platforms, networking channels, and community hiring events to connect with candidates who have relevant experience. • Prepare and publish engaging position announcements across appropriate internal and external platforms after receiving approval to move forward. • Review applications, evaluate candidate backgrounds, and identify individuals whose skills and experience align with hiring needs. • Arrange interviews and oversee scheduling details to create a smooth, well-organized process for candidates and hiring teams. • Present employment offers to selected candidates and support timely communication during the final stages of hiring. • Maintain accurate recruitment documentation within the applicant tracking system and ensure hiring activities follow applicable employment laws and regulations. • Create standard operating procedures for recruiting and onboarding workflows to strengthen consistency, efficiency, and compliance. • Partner with stakeholders throughout the hiring process to help keep recruitment activities organized and moving forward effectively.
2026-10-20T20:58:47Z

Human Resources Manager

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40.00 - 45.00 USD / Hourly
A growing hospitality company in North County San Diego is seeking a hands-on Human Resources Manager to support its workforce and partner with operational leadership. This is an opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment where staffing, employee engagement, and compliance directly impact daily operations.The ideal candidate understands the unique challenges of hospitality, including hourly workforce management, seasonal staffing needs, employee retention, and California employment regulations. This person will serve as a trusted resource for managers and employees while helping build a positive workplace culture.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee day-to-day HR operations, including employee relations, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding.</li><li>Partner with department leaders on staffing plans, recruitment priorities, and workforce needs.</li><li>Advise managers on attendance concerns, performance issues, coaching, and corrective action.</li><li>Ensure compliance with California labor laws, wage-and-hour requirements, meal and rest periods, and required workplace policies.</li><li>Coordinate employee investigations and document findings and follow-up actions appropriately.</li><li>Develop employee engagement, recognition, and retention initiatives.</li><li>Review HR policies and employee handbook procedures and recommend updates as needed.</li><li>Monitor turnover, staffing trends, and other workforce metrics.</li><li>Oversee benefits administration and coordinate with payroll on employee changes and pay-related questions.</li><li>Support training initiatives, new-hire orientation, and manager development.</li><li>Maintain accurate personnel files and confidential employee records.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T22:13:45Z

Human Resources Manager

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
43.00 - 47.00 USD / Hourly
An established manufacturing organization is looking for a Human Resources Manager to lead core people operations and support a diverse workforce across production, warehouse, and administrative teams. This role is ideal for an HR leader who is comfortable working directly with operations management, navigating employee relations matters, and developing practical processes that support both employees and business goals. This is a hands-on management opportunity for someone who can move between strategic planning and day-to-day HR issues, particularly in an environment where workforce planning, safety, attendance, and retention are essential.Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage employee relations, performance management, investigations, and corrective action processes.</li><li>Partner with production and warehouse leadership on workforce planning, staffing needs, and retention.</li><li>Oversee recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and employee separation procedures.</li><li>Maintain HR policies and practices aligned with California employment requirements.</li><li>Coordinate with safety and operations teams on training documentation and workplace policy compliance.</li><li>Support leave administration, accommodations, benefits questions, and employee status changes.</li><li>Review turnover, attendance, staffing, and other HR metrics to identify trends.</li><li>Develop supervisor training on performance feedback, documentation, and employee management.</li><li>Oversee personnel records and HRIS data accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with payroll on employee changes, timekeeping concerns, and compensation updates.</li><li>Recommend improvements to HR processes, employee communication, and workplace engagement.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T22:13:45Z

Human Resources Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30.00 - 36.00 USD / Hourly
A growing life sciences organization is seeking an HR Specialist to support benefits administration, employee leave coordination, and day-to-day HR operations. This position is well suited to someone who enjoys detail-oriented work, handles confidential information carefully, and provides responsive support to employees and managers.Working closely with the HR team, the specialist will help keep employee records accurate, coordinate benefits-related processes, and ensure leave requests and documentation are handled consistently. The role offers exposure to several areas of HR without requiring full ownership of an entire HR function.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist employees with benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, and routine plan questions.</li><li>Coordinate leave-of-absence documentation and track required forms and deadlines.</li><li>Support administration of FMLA, CFRA, pregnancy disability leave, and other applicable leave programs.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records, HRIS data, and confidential documentation.</li><li>Process employee status changes, new-hire information, and separation paperwork.</li><li>Coordinate benefits-related updates with payroll and external providers.</li><li>Track leave balances, return-to-work dates, and pending employee documentation.</li><li>Assist with onboarding and employee orientation as needed.</li><li>Prepare HR reports and maintain trackers for benefits and leave activity.</li><li>Respond to routine employee questions and escalate complex matters to HR leadership.</li><li>Support audits and ensure personnel documentation is complete and organized.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T22:13:45Z

Senior HR Generalist

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary to Hire
40.00 - 46.00 USD / Hourly
A healthcare company is seeking a Senior HR (Human Resources) Generalist professional with current, hands-on acute care hospital experience to join our team. This Senior HR Generalist role is critical to strengthening the hospital’s HR regulatory and compliance foundation and requires someone who can contribute immediately with practical knowledge of hospital human resources operations, accreditation standards, and survey readiness.The ideal candidate will have recent experience working directly in an acute care hospital setting, preferably in a standalone, non-system hospital, and possess strong working knowledge of The Joint Commission, CMS, and CDPH regulatory requirements. The Senior HR Generalist must have direct, personal experience participating in hospital regulatory surveys, including survey preparation, active participation during surveys, response to findings, and ongoing readiness efforts. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support day-to-day HR operations within an acute care hospital environment.</li><li>Serve as a key resource for HR compliance, accreditation, and regulatory readiness initiatives.</li><li>Maintain working knowledge of hospital regulatory requirements, including The Joint Commission, CMS, and CDPH standards.</li><li>Lead and support survey readiness activities, ensuring HR documentation, practices, and processes remain compliant and audit-ready at all times.</li><li>Participate directly in regulatory surveys, including preparation, coordination, onsite support, follow-up, and corrective action planning.</li><li>Identify compliance gaps within HR processes, policies, files, and practices, and independently recommend and implement corrective actions.</li><li>Partner with hospital leadership to strengthen HR compliance infrastructure and ensure alignment with regulatory standards.</li><li>Assist with policy review, process improvement, and documentation management related to HR compliance.</li><li>Help foster a proactive culture of continuous survey readiness and operational accountability.</li><li>Contribute as a developing leader within the HR function, with the capacity to take on increasing responsibility over time.</li></ul>Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, and Sick Time Off.
2026-10-23T23:08:47Z

Human Resources Manager

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
50.00 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
A public-sector organization is seeking an experienced HR Manager to oversee employee relations, workforce policies, and core human resources operations. This position is ideal for a people-focused leader who understands the importance of consistent policy application, regulatory compliance, and responsive employee support in a government environment.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Oversee daily HR operations, including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and leave administration.</li><li>Advise department leaders on performance management, workplace concerns, and employee development.</li><li>Interpret and administer personnel policies, procedures, and applicable employment regulations.</li><li>Support labor relations, collective bargaining agreements, and grievance resolution as applicable.</li><li>Oversee investigations, documentation, corrective actions, and performance improvement plans.</li><li>Partner with department heads to forecast staffing needs and improve workforce planning.</li><li>Monitor compliance with federal and California employment laws and public-sector personnel requirements.</li><li>Review HR metrics, staffing reports, turnover trends, and workforce data.</li><li>Develop and update employee policies, procedures, and internal communications.</li><li>Supervise HR staff, establish priorities, and support professional development.</li><li>Coordinate with payroll and benefits teams to ensure accurate employee records and timely processing.</li></ul>
2026-11-03T19:28:48Z

HR Manager

Encinitas, CA
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Temporary / Contract
55.00 - 57.00 USD / Hourly
A coastal public agency is seeking a strategic HR Manager to guide personnel programs, strengthen employee relations, and support department leadership across a complex public-sector workforce. This role is designed for an experienced HR professional who can balance long-term workforce planning with practical day-to-day decisions involving policies, labor agreements, and employee support.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Lead municipal HR programs covering recruitment, classification, compensation, benefits, leave, and employee relations.</li><li>Advise executive leadership and department managers on sensitive personnel matters and organizational planning.</li><li>Interpret personnel rules, administrative policies, labor agreements, and applicable employment laws.</li><li>Coordinate labor relations activities, including grievance management and preparation for labor negotiations.</li><li>Oversee employee investigations and ensure documentation is consistent, timely, and appropriately maintained.</li><li>Review compensation structures, job classifications, and position descriptions.</li><li>Support workforce planning, succession planning, retention initiatives, and organizational development.</li><li>Monitor compliance with California employment regulations and relevant public-sector requirements.</li><li>Prepare staffing analyses, policy recommendations, and reports for leadership review.</li><li>Manage HR program budgets, vendor relationships, and department performance goals.</li><li>Coach and develop HR team members while promoting consistent service across departments.</li></ul>
2026-11-03T19:28:48Z

Payroll Specialist

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28.00 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join their team. This position is ideal for a payroll professional with experience processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining employee payroll records, and ensuring compliance with payroll laws and company policies. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process payroll for employees on a regular schedule and ensure timely, accurate payments</li><li>Maintain and update payroll records, deductions, garnishments, and tax information</li><li>Review timesheets, wage calculations, and payroll changes for accuracy</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and support month-end close activities</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll-related issues</li><li>Coordinate with human resources and accounting teams on payroll updates and employee data changes</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and assist with audits as needed</li><li>Help maintain payroll procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
2026-11-02T18:38:42Z

HRIS Analyst

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary / Contract
45.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an HRIS Analyst to support a nonprofit organization in Los Angeles, California through a Contract engagement. This role focuses on maintaining and improving human resources information systems, ensuring data accuracy, and providing insight that helps HR operations run efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, hands-on HRIS experience, and a practical approach to system support and implementation activities. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day support for HR information systems, including troubleshooting issues, monitoring system performance, and resolving data-related concerns. • Analyze HRIS data to identify trends, validate system accuracy, and provide reports that support workforce and operational decision-making. • Partner with HR and cross-functional stakeholders to gather business needs and translate them into effective system configurations or process improvements. • Support HRIS implementation efforts by assisting with setup, testing, validation, and post-launch issue resolution. • Maintain the integrity of HR databases by reviewing records, correcting discrepancies, and enforcing data governance standards. • Develop and refine reports, dashboards, and queries to deliver timely and accurate workforce information. • Document system processes, configuration updates, and user procedures to promote consistency and knowledge sharing. • Assist with user training and ongoing guidance so teams can effectively navigate HRIS tools and related workflows.
2026-11-06T17:34:07Z

Payroll Systems Administrator

Suite 2040, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
39.59 - 45.84 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Systems Administrator to take direct ownership of critical HR and payroll platforms for a growing late-stage clinical biopharma organization in California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a senior-level specialist who can independently manage system administration, strengthen audit readiness, and align technology configurations with real-world hiring and payroll operations. Based in California, this role combines hands-on platform support, cross-functional process oversight, and partnership with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure reliable end-to-end workforce data flow. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily administration of ADP Workforce Now, including account setup and removal, security access maintenance, workflow updates, system configuration changes, and report generation. • Support ongoing HR systems enhancements by validating data accuracy, stabilizing recently deployed updates, and ensuring system performance meets business needs. • Maintain a strong control framework by coordinating user access reviews, tracking administrative changes, preparing documentation, and responding directly to audit requests. • Manage the applicant tracking system, such as Greenhouse or a similar platform, to ensure smooth movement of candidate and employee information from recruiting through payroll. • Serve as the operational owner for interconnected HR, payroll, and recruiting processes by translating business requirements into effective system setup and usage. • Apply structured change management practices by documenting incidents, service requests, and system changes with clear and consistent records. • Lead related project activities such as gathering requirements, producing process documentation, coordinating testing, and working with stakeholders and vendors to deliver system improvements. • Provide training and guidance to HR and payroll users on updated workflows, system functionality, and configuration changes.
2026-11-02T13:33:39Z

Senior Payroll Associate

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
A growing organization is seeking a Senior Payroll Associate to support high-volume payroll processing and help ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who can work independently, investigate complex pay discrepancies, and serve as a reliable resource for employees, managers, and HR partners. The successful candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, discretion, and a commitment to payroll accuracy and compliance.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Process and audit recurring payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states.</li><li>Review timekeeping records, overtime, paid leave, bonuses, commissions, and other payroll adjustments.</li><li>Research and resolve pay discrepancies, retroactive payments, and payroll corrections.</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers and validate deductions, taxes, and employer contributions.</li><li>Support payroll tax filings, quarter-end reconciliations, and year-end activities, including W-2 preparation.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and ensure changes are processed with appropriate authorization.</li><li>Partner with HR and Finance on new hires, terminations, leave activity, and employee status changes.</li><li>Respond to payroll questions and explain pay calculations or deductions clearly.</li><li>Assist with payroll audits and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.</li><li>Identify recurring errors and recommend improvements to payroll controls and workflows.</li></ul>
2026-11-03T18:58:41Z

Benefits Administrator

Cerritos, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Benefits Administrator to support payroll and employee benefits operations for a multi-entity organization in Cerritos, California. This role combines day-to-day administration with careful review of payroll and benefits data, ensuring accurate processing, strong internal controls, and compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of benefits coordination, payroll systems, and employee support while handling sensitive information with discretion and meeting critical deadlines. Responsibilities: • Manage regular payroll processing across multiple business entities, employee groups, and work locations using Paylocity, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. • Review and reconcile payroll records, exception reports, and supporting documentation while partnering with Finance on reporting and ledger-related items. • Administer payroll changes such as hires, separations, pay updates, incentive payments, deductions, garnishments, tax withholdings, and direct deposit setup. • Monitor timekeeping details, approvals, overtime calculations, and premium pay requirements to support compliance with wage and hour standards. • Resolve payroll and benefits issues by researching discrepancies, answering employee questions, and coordinating corrections when needed. • Oversee employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, COBRA, leave-related matters, and 401(k) administration. • Coordinate benefit enrollment activity for new employees, open enrollment periods, qualifying life events, eligibility updates, and terminations. • Reconcile carrier invoices, benefit deductions, and enrollment data across payroll and vendor systems, addressing inconsistencies promptly. • Work with brokers, insurance carriers, retirement plan partners, and other vendors to maintain smooth benefits administration and service delivery. • Strengthen payroll and benefits procedures by maintaining calendars, documentation, internal controls, compliance records, and process improvement initiatives, including support for year-end reporting and required filings.
2026-10-29T20:48:44Z

Payroll Specialist – Multi-State Payroll & Employee Support

Carlsbad, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27.00 - 34.00 USD / Hourly
A growing professional services organization is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist who enjoys keeping payroll organized, accurate, and running smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who understands the importance of deadlines, enjoys working with employee data, and can confidently troubleshoot payroll discrepancies.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states.</li><li>Review timecards, PTO, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and employee pay adjustments.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and employee compensation information.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, missed punches, and wage inquiries.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, garnishments, deductions, and benefit-related changes.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end accounting support.</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting regarding onboarding, terminations, and employee changes.</li></ul>
2026-11-05T00:18:45Z

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