California HR Leader: Compliance, Talent & Culture

Marin Hilltop Hotel; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Marin Hilltop Hotel is seeking a hands-on Human Resources leader to oversee day-to-day HR operations for our California workforce. You will drive recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

Partner with leadership to implement HR practices aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements. You will manage full-cycle recruiting, onboarding notices, investigations, and policy updates while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5+ years of progressive HR experience in California.
• Experience in a supervisory or HR lead role.
• PHR/SHRM certification preferred.
• Solid knowledge of California and federal employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment for California roles from posting to offers.
• Coordinate onboarding, trainings, and new-hire paperwork.
• Advise managers on performance, documentation, and terminations.
• Handle employee relations, investigations, and policy enforcement.
• Support compliance, pay decisions, benefits, and time-off policies.
• Maintain HR records and help update employee handbook.

Skills

California employment law

HR policies

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

PHR/SHRM certification preferred

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Marin Hilltop Hotel is seeking a hands-on Human Resources leader to oversee day-to-day HR operations for our California workforce. You will drive recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

Partner with leadership to implement HR practices aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements. You will manage full-cycle recruiting, onboarding notices, investigations, and policy updates while