Come be an Employee Owner at CMC Rescue! We help save lives everyday.

You are responsible for providing day-to-day execution of human resources processes and programs for the CMC Staff. This role will proactively foster a culture of engagement, partner with management in design, measurement and evaluation of proactive workplace policies and practices that help attract and retain talent with skills and competencies necessary for growth and sustainability. Position will be onsite in Goleta, CA.

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and lead administration of competitive employee benefits programs, including health benefits, Cobra Administration, 401K Retirement Plan, and ancillary benefits programs. Manage open enrollment activities, new employee enrollments, employee communications, monthly benefits billing reconciliation and assist with compiling data for benefits statements. Will partner with the Dir. of HR on benefits plan design.
• Design and implement innovative on-boarding of new employees, including preparation, communication and collection of information and materials. 
• Maintain all personnel records via the HRIS System, Document Mgmt. System and personnel files. Ensure records are accurate and up-to-date, that confidentiality is maintained at all times, and that all relevant legal compliance regarding personnel records is followed.
• Partner with Accounting on payroll processing. The Human Resource Generalist works jointly with Supervisors to ensure accurate time and attendance information is transmitted to the payroll bi-weekly. Work collaboratively with Managers to identify and address exceptions and document any corrections.
• Lead the CMC recruiting process, with responsibilities to include posting job advertisements, candidate sourcing, resume collection, review and tracking, initial screening, scheduling interviews, phone screening, interviewing, checking references, conducting background investigations and follow up with candidates to maintain interest and/or provide notification of hiring decisions.
• Work collaboratively with Managers and Dir. of HR to generate, maintain and revise Job Descriptions as required for new and changing positions. Will be responsible for coordinating job description reviews as well as electronic organization of all job descriptions.
• Responsible for Worker’s Comp plan administration to include claims administration on the carrier and employee side of Worker’s Comp claims. Effectively manage the interactive process with employees and treating physicians, with the goal of assisting with return to work programs and/or closing out Worker’s comp cases.
• Administer leaves of absence, FMLA, PDL, CFRA, PFL. 
• Partner with Managers in addressing employee concerns. This includes assisting with employee relations issues, ensuring confidence, confidentiality and impartiality when addressing personnel issues and interacting with employees to ensure that HR is fully accessible to the organization. 
• Support HR projects as required to ensure that HR policies and procedures are developed continuously to meet overall business requirements. 
• Plan and execute company events, meetings, holiday celebrations, recognition awards and other employee activities as required. 
• Coordinates business Insurance policies; including renewals, evaluation of policies, and issuing certificates of insurance as needed.
• Exemplifies and promotes CMC’s core values at all times, promoting high employee morale and working to strengthen teamwork and the attainment of business goals.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated aptitude in the following areas of Human Resources; benefits administration, recruitment, employment law (CA State and Federal), Worker’s Comp, leave of absence administration, job description generation and employee relations
• Computer literacy with specific proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and HRIS systems experience required
• Ability to identify and handle priority and/or sensitive issues with discretion and a commitment to confidentiality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated track record of participating in programs that resulted in improved efficiency and measurable results for the organization 
• Ability to establish credibility with managers and employees
• Self-motivated with the ability to operate independently, work proactively, and to achieve results without close supervision 
• Demonstrated practical, hands-on, “can-do" approach, and the ability to work efficiently and creatively
• Exhibits and champions excellence in work and a willingness to embrace change 

 QUALIFICATIONS(Education and experience)

• BS/BA Degree or equivalent business experience required
• Must possess a minimum of five years’ experience in Human Resources, with progressive growth in responsibilities.
• HR Certificate and/or PHR preferred 
• Bilingual (English | Spanish) preferred
• A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to the qualifications listed above and that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Working conditions are in a normal office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; sit and stand; using the hands to handle, finger, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Occasionally, the employee must crouch or kneel. The employee must occasionally exert or lift up to 20 pounds. Successful performance requires good eyesight with or without corrective lens. Requires long periods of time working at a computer and includes phone work.

 DISCLAIMER

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.