Human Resources Generalist (Fresno)

Our direct client has a contract need for an HR Generalist on-site in Fresno, CA.

5 days / week on-site.

1 year contract with possible extension.

Need to know California laws on payroll and LOA but will not be manually doing the work. Just need to know when to send someone payroll and benefits to handle these issues if needed-will not consider someone without California laws knowledge. Will train on everything but California law.

Objectives of this role

Assist in developing and executing personnel procedures and policies, and provide guidance and interpretation for business operations

Participate in development of HR objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and ongoing reports for company requirements

Assist in administering benefits, compensation, and employee performance programs

Suggest new procedures and policies for improving employee experience as well as the efficiency of HR department and company

Ensure compliance with local and national regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies and procedures when necessary

Responsibilities

Prepare paperwork and schedules for smooth new-hire onboarding process, coordinating with cross-functional departments to deliver an exceptional first-day experience

Handle all administrative tasks for onboarding, new-hire orientations, and exit interviews, including data entry in human resources information systems (HRIS) and audits for accuracy and compliance

Provide a dedicated and effective HR advisory service to employees that covers absence and health issues, conduct and capability, grievances, organizational change, and all other employee-relations matters

Be the primary backup for payroll processing, including biweekly and semimonthly updates to employee files, bonus / incentive pay, vacation / sick pay, expense reimbursements, hourly-employee validations, and benefits changes

Assist in the communication, interpretation, and upkeep of employee handbook, employee directory, and organizational chart, and contribute to policy development

Required skills and qualifications

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ethics, and cultural awareness

Aptitude for problem-solving and thorough knowledge of HR procedures and policies

Advanced knowledge of HRIS and ability to learn new technical systems, when necessary

Preferred skills and qualifications

Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in human resources, business, or related field

Proven success working in an HR department

Resourceful mindset and strong attention to detail

Knowledge of Oracle ATS and Reflexis for timekeeping

Knowledge of national and California laws and regulations related to employment