<p>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.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><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><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead a broad range of people operations and administrative functions in San Diego, California. This role combines HR leadership with oversight of key business processes, including policy administration, onboarding and offboarding coordination, vendor and contract support, and cross-functional communication. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, operational discipline, and the ability to improve procedures while maintaining compliance and service quality across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct HR operations and administrative programs, ensuring consistent execution of onboarding, offboarding, employee support processes, and company policy administration in San Diego, California.<br>• Manage financial administration by reviewing accounts payable activity, monitoring expense controls, reconciling corporate card reporting, and supporting accurate billing and timekeeping practices.<br>• Partner with finance and accounting leaders to investigate payment issues, resolve discrepancies, and introduce process improvements that reduce recurring errors.<br>• Create and refine procedures for vendor setup, payment coordination, and service agreement administration to support timely and accurate transactions.<br>• Maintain compliant employee records and oversee documentation practices that align with applicable employment regulations, including California requirements.<br>• Administer employee request programs such as organizational approvals and tuition reimbursement, ensuring fair application of guidelines, accurate tracking, and clear communication.<br>• Oversee the review, negotiation support, renewal tracking, and maintenance of contracts, insurance documentation, and related administrative risk management activities.<br>• Lead planning and administrative coordination for company events, meetings, and conferences while managing logistics, communication, and follow-through.<br>• Establish effective communication workflows across departments and coordinate administrative IT support requests to ensure issues are routed and resolved efficiently.<br>• Support strategic projects and technology initiatives by coordinating implementation activities, collaborating with consultants and vendors, and promoting smooth adoption of new tools and processes.
<p>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.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><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><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>Our client, a growing retail organization, is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee and lead the company's human resources operations. Reporting directly to the CEO, this individual will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic HR partner, providing guidance on workforce planning, employee relations, organizational development, and overall people strategy.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of progressive HR leadership experience and the ability to independently manage all aspects of the HR function. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an HR professional who can balance strategic initiatives with day-to-day HR operations while supporting the organization's continued growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all day-to-day human resources operations, ensuring HR policies, procedures, and practices align with organizational goals and employment regulations.</li><li>Partner directly with the CEO and leadership team on workforce planning, organizational development, employee engagement, and strategic HR initiatives.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, workplace investigations, performance concerns, and disciplinary actions.</li><li>Lead full-cycle recruitment and talent acquisition efforts, partnering with department managers to identify staffing needs and attract qualified talent.</li><li>Oversee onboarding, employee orientation, retention, and offboarding processes.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks in accordance with federal, state, and local employment laws.</li><li>Provide guidance and support to managers on performance management, employee coaching, development, and succession planning.</li><li>Oversee compensation, benefits administration, leave management, and employee engagement initiatives.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations, including wage and hour requirements, workplace safety, and leave policies.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation, and personnel files while ensuring confidentiality.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen workplace culture.</li><li>Support organizational growth through the development and implementation of scalable HR programs and practices.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead core people operations for a service-focused organization in California. This role oversees recruitment support, employee lifecycle programs, benefits and payroll administration, compliance activities, and manager guidance across a broad range of HR matters. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to balance employee support with regulatory and business requirements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide full-cycle employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding coordination, separation processes, and structured exit discussions that surface actionable retention insights.<br>• Partner with recruitment teams to support candidate screening, interview coordination, and job advertisement placement across appropriate recruiting channels.<br>• Administer benefit programs for new employees and annual enrollment periods while addressing employee questions related to health and welfare coverage.<br>• Manage payroll operations by maintaining accurate employee records, deductions, tax details, and payment history documentation.<br>• Reconcile benefit premium statements against payroll deductions and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Prepare and support recurring compliance reporting and regulatory submissions, including workforce-related annual and quarterly filings.<br>• Respond to unemployment matters and assist with workers’ compensation, leave, and workplace accommodation cases through proper documentation and follow-up.<br>• Handle employee relations concerns by conducting fact-finding reviews, documenting outcomes, and advising leaders on appropriate next steps.<br>• Coach supervisors on performance conversations, evaluations, and consistent documentation practices that align with company policy and employment standards.<br>• Coordinate training efforts and lead new employee orientation programs to help employees integrate successfully into the organization.