Human Resources Consultant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Consultant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Downey, California. In this role, you will oversee HR and payroll operations within a public sector environment, ensuring compliance with California labor laws, union agreements, and organizational policies. This position is ideal for a proactive leader with a strong background in HR administration, employee relations, and payroll systems.

Responsibilities :

• Manage comprehensive payroll processing for public sector employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Oversee core HR functions such as employee onboarding, benefits administration, leaves of absence, and performance management.
• Ensure adherence to California labor laws, CalPERS / CalSTRS requirements, union agreements, and public agency reporting standards.
• Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance to leadership on HR policies, procedures, and regulatory updates.
• Maintain and audit data integrity within payroll and HR systems, generating reports to support organizational decisions.
• Address employee inquiries and resolve HR or payroll-related issues promptly and effectively.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and other departments to optimize HR processes and maintain accurate documentation.
• Train, mentor, and supervise HR and payroll staff, fostering growth and ensuring high performance.
• Support collective bargaining processes by providing expertise in union negotiations and agreements.
• Lead initiatives to implement and improve HR and payroll systems, ensuring seamless transitions and enhanced functionality.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of HR and payroll management experience, including at least 3 years in the California public sector.
• In-depth knowledge of CalPERS, CalSTRS, and California wage and hour laws.
• Proven experience working with collective bargaining agreements and union negotiations.
• Proficiency in payroll systems such as PeopleSoft, Workday, or Tyler Munis.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Excellent leadership capabilities and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with public sector HR practices and regulatory compliance requirements.