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16 results for Hr Specialist in San Diego, CA

Payroll Specialist
  • La Jolla, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 34.50 - 38.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client, an innovative leader in the biotech sector, is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join their team in La Jolla, CA. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing payroll accurately and efficiently for a growing organization, ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulations, and supporting broader HR and finance initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process multi-state bi-weekly payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees.</li><li>Maintain and audit payroll records for compliance and accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and finance teams to support onboarding, benefits, and compensation data.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries professionally and promptly.</li><li>Manage payroll tax reporting requirements and coordinate with third-party providers.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all employment laws, company policies, and procedures.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements as the company scales.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-10T19:09:02Z
Payroll Specialist
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 35.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client, a leading organization in the biotech sector, is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join their growing finance team. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about payroll best practices and interested in supporting scientific innovation through accurate, timely payroll processing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal and state regulations.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and manage employee data, sensitive information, and confidentiality.</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee questions related to compensation, deductions, and benefits.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with HR and finance departments on onboarding, terminations, audits, and process improvements.</li><li>Support compliance initiatives, tax filings, and preparation of required reports.</li><li>Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining payroll policies and procedures tailored to the biotech industry’s unique needs.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-10T19:09:02Z
Payroll Specialist
  • San Marcos, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28.00 - 34.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A well-established professional services firm in North County is seeking an experienced <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to join their growing accounting team. This role handles full-cycle payroll processing, compliance, auditing, and employee communication across California and several multi-state locations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, extremely organized, and confident navigating complex payroll scenarios.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process <strong>bi-weekly and weekly payroll</strong> for 150–250 employees across multiple states</li><li>Review timecards, correct discrepancies, and ensure compliance with CA labor laws (meal breaks, OT, double time, rest periods)</li><li>Manage PTO accruals, holiday tracking, new hire set-up, and terminations in the payroll system</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, wage summaries, audit logs, and quarterly records</li><li>Handle wage garnishments, deductions, 401(k) contributions, and benefit-related adjustments</li><li>Collaborate with HR to confirm employee status changes and resolve payroll-related inquiries</li><li>Ensure accurate handling of bonuses, commissions, retro pay, and reimbursements</li><li>Maintain confidential employee information and adhere to strict data privacy standards</li><li>Support annual audits, W-2 distribution, and payroll tax filings</li><li>Assist in the rollout of new payroll procedures and system improvements</li></ul>
  • 2025-12-04T00:43:40Z
HR Coordinator - Hospitality/Restaurant Group
  • Encinitas, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 23.00 - 27.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A well-known hospitality group headquartered in Encinitas is searching for an energetic, people-centered <strong>HR Coordinator</strong> who enjoys a fast-paced environment, high daily interaction, and supporting multiple restaurant locations at once. This is a great fit for someone who thrives on multitasking and enjoys helping frontline teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the first point of contact for employee HR questions across multiple restaurant locations</li><li>Manage onboarding, new hire packets, I-9 verification, and e-verify processes</li><li>Support recruitment efforts by posting jobs, reviewing applications, tracking candidates, and scheduling interviews</li><li>Assist with payroll-related updates (position changes, wage adjustments, tip pooling documentation)</li><li>Maintain confidential personnel files and HR compliance logs</li><li>Track safety training, food handler cards, ServSafe certifications, and required renewals</li><li>Help coordinate employee recognition events, team-building activities, and retention initiatives</li><li>Support the HR Manager with investigations, documentation, and corrective action preparation</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-01T01:58:59Z
Compensation and Benefits Specialist
  • Irvine, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 49.40 - 57.20 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dedicated Compensation & Benefits Specialist to join our team in Irvine, California. This long-term contract position offers a hybrid work schedule, with four days onsite and one day remote. The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing compensation and benefits programs, ensuring compliance and efficiency within the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer and oversee employee compensation and benefits programs, ensuring alignment with organizational policies.<br>• Manage benefits coordination, including enrollment, changes, and compliance with regulations.<br>• Analyze compensation and benefits data to support decision-making and organizational strategies.<br>• Collaborate with the Director of Total Rewards to implement and maintain effective benefits systems.<br>• Address employee inquiries regarding benefits, payroll, and leave policies such as FMLA.<br>• Utilize Paycor and Excel to manage data and generate reports.<br>• Assist in ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits.<br>• Conduct regular audits and reviews of benefits programs to identify areas for improvement.<br>• Support the team in creating and maintaining a positive employee experience through effective benefits administration.
  • 2025-12-09T18:59:30Z
HR Generalist
  • Oceanside, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28.00 - 34.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A fast-growing manufacturing company in <strong>Oceanside</strong> is seeking a proactive and knowledgeable <strong>HR Generalist</strong> who can support all HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, safety compliance, performance management, and policy development. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and partnering closely with operations, production supervisors, and senior management. The HR Generalist will play a critical role in shaping company culture, improving employee experience, and ensuring compliance with California labor laws.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>&#128313; Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead full-cycle recruitment for production, administrative, and technical roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer preparation</li><li>Assist with employee relations by documenting conversations, conducting check-ins, responding to concerns, and escalating issues appropriately</li><li>Support performance review processes, coaching managers on documentation and improvement plans</li><li>Maintain HRIS and ensure employee records are accurate, updated, and organized</li><li>Coordinate onboarding and orientation programs for new hires, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and state regulations</li><li>Assist with workers’ compensation claims, safety program tracking, and injury reporting; collaborate with Safety Manager on training sessions</li><li>Support payroll preparation by ensuring accurate timekeeping, attendance reports, and wage compliance</li><li>Help develop HR policies, update employee handbook sections, and support compliance initiatives (wage laws, leaves, certifications)</li><li>Prepare HR data reports, turnover dashboards, recruiting metrics, and workforce planning summaries</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-11T19:38:38Z
HR Generalist
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 27.50 - 31.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our company is seeking an experienced and proactive HR Generalist to join our team. This role is critical to supporting our talent strategy and delivering comprehensive HR services to employees and management. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, skilled in HR operations, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide support across all areas of HR, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, performance management, and compliance</li><li>Serve as a resource for employees and leaders, answering HR-related questions and resolving issues</li><li>Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and best practices</li><li>Collaborate with managers to address workforce planning and employee development needs</li><li>Participate in HR projects including engagement initiatives, policy reviews, and process improvements</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-10T17:48:35Z
Payroll Clerk
  • Vista, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 22.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A growing distribution company in <strong>Vista</strong> is hiring a reliable and detail-driven <strong>Payroll Clerk</strong> to support payroll operations for a multi-state workforce. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys structured routines, accuracy, and ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. You’ll work closely with the Payroll Specialist and HR team to maintain compliance with California and federal labor regulations.</p><p>This opportunity offers training, long-term stability, and exposure to increasingly complex payroll functions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>&#128313; Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process and verify <strong>weekly and bi-weekly timecards</strong> for 150–250 employees</li><li>Review timekeeping discrepancies and follow up with supervisors to ensure accurate hours, PTO, overtime, and meal compliance</li><li>Assist with <strong>onboarding new employees into the payroll system</strong>, confirming tax forms, direct deposit, and wage assignments</li><li>Support preparation of payroll batches, deductions, garnishments, shift premiums, and pay adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and research historical data as needed</li><li>Maintain organized payroll records, both digital and physical</li><li>Assist with compliance reporting including new hire reports, EDD forms, wage verifications, and audit support</li><li>Collaborate with HR on attendance reports, corrective action documentation, and leaves of absence tracking</li></ul>
  • 2025-12-11T17:44:20Z
HR Coordinator
  • Irvine, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 26.60 - 30.80 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced HR Coordinator to join our team in Irvine, California. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to support employee relations, performance management, and compliance within a dynamic organization. The ideal candidate will bring strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to fostering a positive workplace environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide guidance and support to employees and management in resolving workplace conflicts, ensuring fair and confidential resolutions.<br>• Collaborate with managers to address performance-related concerns, offering coaching and resources to align with company standards and legal compliance.<br>• Act as a bridge between employees and senior leadership to ensure effective communication and address workplace concerns.<br>• Maintain detailed and confidential documentation of employee relations cases, investigations, and actions taken, preparing reports to track trends.<br>• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, staying informed about updates and ensuring company practices align with legal requirements.<br>• Assist in onboarding processes, ensuring new hires are integrated smoothly into the organization.<br>• Conduct background checks and ensure proper documentation during the hiring process.<br>• Utilize HRIS systems to manage data and streamline HR operations effectively.<br>• Develop and implement policies to ensure consistency in HR practices and compliance with regulations.
  • 2025-12-12T00:03:39Z
HR Generalist
  • Del Mar, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 25.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client, a leading organization in the construction sector, is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join their growing team. This role is an exceptional opportunity for a human resources professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, hands-on environment and wants to support a diverse workforce across multiple projects.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Administer day-to-day HR operations, including onboarding/offboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance.</li><li>Support recruiting processes by posting jobs, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and preparing offer letters.</li><li>Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding company policies, HR programs, and benefits.</li><li>Assist with performance management, training, and professional development initiatives.</li><li>Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.</li><li>Advise management on HR best practices and regulatory compliance relevant to the construction industry.</li><li>Partner with site managers to address workforce issues, drive engagement, and promote a positive workplace culture.</li><li>Participate in safety initiatives and compliance with OSHA requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-10T17:48:35Z
Human Resources Generalist
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 30.00 - 34.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client, a dynamic property management company, is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to support their growing team. This position plays a key role in managing day-to-day HR operations and fostering a positive work environment for staff at all levels.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Administer HR policies, procedures, and programs across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding.</li><li>Advise managers and employees on HR compliance, company policies, and labor law updates specific to the property management industry.</li><li>Assist in benefits administration, payroll processing, and leave management.</li><li>Manage employee relations issues and coordinate conflict resolution and investigations as needed.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS and ensure all documentation complies with relevant legislation.</li><li>Support companywide initiatives, including employee engagement programs, training, and process improvements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-04T17:48:54Z
Human Resources Generalist
  • El Cajon, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 25.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to join our organization. This pivotal role supports a range of HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, and compliance. The ideal candidate excels at multitasking and is passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with recruitment, interviewing, and onboarding processes.</li><li>Administer employee benefits and respond to related inquiries.</li><li>Support employee relations, issue resolution, and performance management processes.</li><li>Maintain HR records and ensure compliance with regulations.</li><li>Coordinate training initiatives and support employee development programs.</li><li>Contribute to HR policy updates and process improvements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-04T17:48:54Z
HR Coordinator - Biotech
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 24.00 - 29.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client, a rapidly growing biotech research company in Carlsbad, is expanding its People Operations team and seeking an <strong>HR Coordinator</strong> to support recruiting, onboarding, compliance, and day-to-day HR workflows. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, highly organized, comfortable working with scientific and technical staff, and passionate about improving internal processes as the company scales.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with full-cycle recruiting including job postings, screening applicants, interview scheduling, and candidate correspondence</li><li>Prepare and maintain onboarding schedules, ensure new hire paperwork accuracy, and coordinate lab safety training and certifications</li><li>Manage employee records, HRIS data entry, personnel file audits, and compliance documentation</li><li>Support benefits administration including enrollment changes, eligibility tracking, and open enrollment coordination</li><li>Provide HR support for lab managers, engineering teams, and administrative staff</li><li>Assist HR leadership with culture-building initiatives, employee engagement activities, and recognition programs</li><li>Track mandatory training, credentialing, and continuing education requirements</li><li>Maintain confidentiality at all times while acting as a trusted resource for employees</li></ul>
  • 2025-12-01T01:58:59Z
Contracts Administrator
  • San Diego, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 35.00 - 60.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Contracts Administrator to join our team for a remote contract position. This is a long-term contract position where you will play a critical role in managing and organizing a high volume of vendor and customer agreements. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of contract administration and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Organize and upload thousands of contracts into the Ironclad system, ensuring accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Establish a centralized repository for vendor and customer agreements, streamlining accessibility across various platforms such as Salesforce and Google Drive.</p><p>• Review and analyze contract terms to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to gather, categorize, and consolidate contractual documents.</p><p>• Maintain the integrity of contract data by implementing standardized processes and practices.</p><p>• Provide insights and recommendations for improving contract management systems and workflows.</p><p>• Track and manage contract lifecycles, ensuring timely updates and renewals.</p><p>• Support the team in resolving discrepancies or issues related to contract documentation.</p><p>• Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive contract data.</p>
  • 2025-11-19T20:14:37Z
Payroll Analyst
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 34.00 - 36.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client, a leading organization, is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to join their team. This role is ideal for professionals experienced in payroll processing, analysis, and reporting who are looking to contribute to an efficient and accurate payroll function.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll cycles and ensure timely, accurate payments</li><li>Analyze payroll data and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Prepare reports for management and support compliance requirements</li><li>Assist with benefits administration and payroll tax filings</li><li>Research and implement process improvements for greater efficiency</li><li>Collaborate with HR and accounting teams on special projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-09T19:09:04Z
Contracts Administrator
  • Oceanside, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 25.65 - 29.70 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Contracts Administrator to join our team in Oceanside, California. This is a contract position tailored for someone who thrives in managing contract reviews, compliance, and data accuracy. The ideal candidate will be skilled in organizing and maintaining digital contract records while ensuring all agreements meet legal and regulatory standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct detailed reviews of contracts to identify, extract, and document key terms and conditions.<br>• Accurately input critical contract data into the company's contract management system.<br>• Link supporting documents to their respective master service agreements for streamlined access.<br>• Verify and audit contract information to ensure consistency and adherence to company guidelines.<br>• Collaborate with legal teams to ensure contracts comply with all applicable laws and regulations.<br>• Maintain a comprehensive and organized digital archive of contracts and associated documentation.<br>• Assist with amendments and updates to contracts as needed.<br>• Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and standards.<br>• Support billing functions and audits to ensure contract-related financial accuracy.
  • 2025-12-08T20:33:58Z