Job Description
Description We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist to join our team in Sacramento, California. This is a Contract-to-ongoing opportunity where you will play a key role in supporting various HR functions, including leave administration, benefits management, health and safety compliance, talent acquisition, and general employee support. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee the leave of absence process, providing personalized and timely support to employees throughout their leave journey.
- Collaborate with payroll teams to ensure accurate and timely employee payments.
- Administer employee benefits programs, including open enrollment and addressing qualifying life events, while proactively communicating available resources.
- Lead health and safety initiatives, including maintaining compliance with worker's compensation policies and updating prevention plans.
- Facilitate recruitment efforts by preparing job postings, screening candidates, conducting background checks, and coordinating onboarding activities.
- Guide employees through the onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring compliance and providing necessary resources.
- Organize employee training schedules and conduct new team member orientations.
- Maintain accurate employee records and update HR systems to reflect staffing changes.
- Support HR projects by coordinating meetings, compiling reports, and addressing employee inquiries.
- Act as a liaison between employees and HR leadership, escalating issues as appropriate. Requirements - Proven experience in HR generalist roles, with a focus on benefits administration, employee relations, and talent acquisition.
- Proficiency in HR systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, or similar platforms.
- Strong knowledge of employment laws and compliance standards, including FMLA.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with employees and stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
- Experience with health and safety policies, including worker's compensation and prevention plans.
- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruitment tools.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. TalentMatch®
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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