Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Coordinator/Generalist

Location: Los Angeles, CA

We are a dynamic nonprofit community developer and affordable home builder dedicated to transforming neighborhoods into vibrant, thriving communities. We serve as a catalyst for collaboration among local residents, businesses, and government representatives to improve the quality of life for low to moderate-income families.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Human Resources Coordinator/Generalist to join our team. This strategic, seasoned, and dynamic individual will deliver a wide range of site-specific human resources and administrative programs and services. From payroll to employee development to benefits administration, this role is integral in ensuring our employees feel valued, have the resources they need to succeed, and that we meet all compliance requirements. This position will ensure our processes and practices align with the values and culture of our mission and vision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic HR Partner:
• Collaborate with leadership to execute HR programs, processes, and strategic initiatives (e.g., performance management, talent management, and learning programs).
• Interpret and advise on HR policies; maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day employee management; ensure compliance with employment laws, government agencies, and company policies and procedures.
• Employee Relations:
• Provide guidance and advice on employee relations issues, HR policy and practice, and legal risk.
• Offer day-to-day performance management support to directors and management teams (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions) and support employees through the counseling process.
• HR Programs and Events:
• Assist in creating, communicating, and implementing HR programs and events to foster a positive work environment for all employees.
• Serve as the key point of contact for Organizational Development, Learning and Development, and Culture initiatives.
• Training and Development:
• Create, plan, and facilitate training opportunities for leaders to support the development of business strategies that improve organizational design, change management, and align with company vision, values, and business objectives.
• Assess training and staff development needs to enhance employee performance in achieving organizational goals.
• Benefits Administration:
• Maintain employee benefit programs, inform employees of benefits, and recommend benefit programs to management.
• Direct the processing of benefit claims, evaluate and award benefit contract bids, and design and conduct educational programs on benefit programs.
• Policy Development:
• Develop, recommend, and implement personnel policies and procedures.
• Maintain the employee handbook on policies and procedures.
• Ensure legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable federal and state human resource requirements.
• Conduct investigations, maintain records, and provide relevant materials to support the President or CAO if they need to represent the organization at hearings.
• Safety and Compliance:
• Maintain the company’s safety program and help ensure company locations are OSHA compliant.
• Additional Duties:
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an HR Manager or equivalent role.
• Knowledge of current HR laws and regulations.
• Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to translate between languages if bilingual.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now (WFN) is preferred.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in HR software and tools.