Human Resources Generalist

Description

We're seeking a detail-oriented and personable HR Generalist to support our growing team. You'll manage the full employee lifecycle — from recruiting and onboarding to benefits administration, employee relations, and compliance — while helping build a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Must be in the Phoenix or Southern California Area

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• •Manage full-cycle recruiting: job postings, screening, interviewing, and offers
• •Lead new hire onboarding and orientation
• •Manage programs such as Performance Management and Employee Recognition
• •Administer employee benefits programs (health, dental, 401k, etc.)
• •Maintain HRIS records and ensure data accuracy
• •Ensure compliance with California and federal employment law (e.g., CFRA, PFL, meal/rest break requirements, AB 1825 harassment training)
• •Support payroll processing in partnership with the Payroll team
• •Draft and update employee handbooks, policies, and procedures
• •Conduct exit interviews and analyze turnover trends
• •Assist with workers' comp claims and safety compliance (Cal/OSHA)

Requirements

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS / COMPETENCIES:

• •Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
• •2–4 years of HR generalist experience (California employment law experience strongly preferred)
• •Working knowledge of CA labor law (wage & hour, leave laws, harassment prevention)
• •PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar certification a plus
• •Strong communication, discretion, and organizational skills
• •Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, BambooHR, Rippling)
• •Payroll experience preferred

Benefits:

• •Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• •401(k) with company match
• •Paid sick leave (per CA law) + PTO

CULTURE OF CARE:

Culture of Care is our commitment to create a supportive environment in which every student can achieve their educational and career goals. Culture of Care encourages one-on-one relationships. Creating a culture that focuses on the student and their wellness. This includes understanding the student's complex lives. It is about creating a school where everyone feels welcomed by:

• •Creating a sense of community in all interactions and communications with students
• •Identifying problem areas and offering assistance
• •Opening up safe conversations for cooperative solutions
• •Holding students to standards and goals that will ultimately make them successful in their careers