Senior Human Resources Generalist

W2 Contract

Salary Range: $104,000 - $124,800 per year

Location: Newark, CA - Hybrid Role

Duration: 3 Months

Job Summary:

As the Senior Human Resources Generalist, you will support the full scope of HR responsibilities, including compliance, recruiting, training, performance management, compensation, HRIS, benefits administration, payroll, systems, processes, and special projects. We need someone who can exercise good judgment in various situations, has strong written and verbal communication skills, has administrative and organizational skills, and can maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. You will work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle various activities and confidential matters with discretion.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and administer processes and procedures for onboarding and offboarding, including processing paperwork for recruiting, offer letters, new hires, status changes, and terminations.
• Manage benefits administration, including claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, and communicating benefits information to employees. Administer and manage benefit programs such as health, dental, life, and disability insurance plans, 401(k), and leaves of absence.
• Responsible for compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local employment and benefits laws and regulations, including (but not limited to) harassment and discrimination training, affirmative action program, EEO-1, and OSHA. Maintain records, reports, and logs as necessary to support reported data.
• Respond to claims and inquiries such as unemployment, disability, and employment verification.
• Maintain company organization charts.
• Research, prioritize, and follow up on incoming issues and concerns, including those sensitive or confidential. Determine the appropriate course of action or response.
• Provide a bridge for smooth communication between HR and internal teams, demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust, and support with senior management staff.
• Develop and manage various human resource plans and procedures for all organization personnel; assist in developing and implementing personnel policies and procedures and employee handbook.
• Maintain Human Resource Information System records and generate management information reports and analyses, as well as an HR dashboard and metrics. Drive research and implementation of up-to-date HRIS/ATS systems.
• Maintain all employee and HR vendor files (electronic and printed) while maintaining the confidentiality and accuracy of all records.
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality in all matters.
• Prioritize conflicting needs, handle matters expeditiously and proactively, and follow through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.
• Work continuously on special projects, research, and analysis to build and maintain progressive HR programs and policies.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• At least 10 years of work experience
• 7 years of HR experience working for mid-size companies
• HR, training, or certifications (e.g., PHR, SPHR) are preferred.
• BA or equivalent in Business or HR is strongly preferred.
• Previous benefits and payroll processing experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal labor laws
• HRIS/database proficiency.
• Experience with payroll processing (ADP WorkforceNow).
• Experience with GreenHouse ATS or similar
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint), excellent Excel, and analytics skills are a must.
• Familiarity with MS Visio, Box, eLeap, and NetSuite/OpenAir is a plus.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer service and response
• Able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.
• Able to anticipate change and react efficiently and expeditiously; adaptable and able to meet demands of a fast-paced organization; flexibility with last-minute changes
• Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly and deliver results on time.
• Experience planning, managing, and executing events and meetings.

Desired Skills and Experience

Human Resources, HRIS, ADP, GreenHouse, ATS, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Box, eLeap, NetSuite/OpenAir, onboarding, LOA, benefits

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