HR Assistant (Spanish Speaking)

Career Strategies; Carpinteria (CA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO Health Insurance

401K with Employer Match

PTO/Holiday Pay/Sick Pay

Life Insurance

Job summary

Career Strategies HR team seeks an HR Assistant on a Flower Farm to handle recruiting, onboarding, payroll processing, and compliance for seasonal and permanent staff.

Role blends office duties with occasional nursery work; bilingual English/Spanish communication is essential to support field personnel and ensure accurate records and efficient processes. Competitive benefits accompany this busy, hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of HR, administrative support, or fast-paced work experience.
• Experience in agriculture industry is preferred.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; HRIS or ATS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting and onboarding of field personnel, including bilingual orientations.
• Support seasonal workforce documentation, contracts, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain digital personnel files and time-tracking records.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and OSHA requirements.
• Serve as first point of contact for payroll, benefits, and policy questions.
• Provide administrative support for benefits enrollment and employee events.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in HR or Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS/ATS systems

Job description

HR Assistant on a Flower Farm (Agriculture/Nursery)

Join our great HR team as an HR Assistant to support the daily operations of our fast-paced flower nursery. You will play a crucial role in the full employee lifecycle for both seasonal and permanent field personnel, including recruiting, onboarding, payroll processing, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Onboarding:Assist with recruiting field personnel, conducting new hire orientations (often in both English and Spanish), and ensuring all onboarding documentation (I-9s, tax forms) is completed accurately.
• Seasonal Support:Assist in managing the seasonal workforce, including proper documentation, contract management, and adherence to specialized agricultural labor regulations. Peak seasons/holidays require additional hours to be worked on Saturday mornings.
• Payroll & Records Management:Maintain accurate digital personnel files, manage time tracking for field staff, monitor attendance/absenteeism, and documentation.
• Compliance:Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including OSHA, field sanitation standards, and accurate employee file audits.
• Employee Relations:Act as a front-line point of contact for employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, or company policies.
• Administrative Support:Process worker’s compensation claims, assist with benefits enrollment, and support employee engagement activities, such as recognition events.

Qualifications & Skills

• Languages:Fluent English and Spanish
• Experience:At least 1-2 years of experience in HR, administrative support, or a fast-paced environment. Experience in the agriculture industry is preferred!
• Tech Proficiency:Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and experienced with HRIS or ATS systems.
• Skills:Strong attention to detail (for compliance), excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Education:High School Diploma or GED required; associate's degree in human resources or business is a plus.

Working Conditions

• This is an office-based role, but you may occasionally work in the nursery/field environment to assist with employee relations activities.
• Fast-paced environment requires the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, especially during peak planting/harvest seasons.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (files, office supplies).
• Must be able to sit for long periods, with occasional walking on uneven surfaces in the nursery

Benefits and Salary

• PPO Health Insurance (employer pays most of premium)
• 401K with Employer Match
• PTO/Holiday Pay/Sick Pay
• Life Insurance
• Starting pay is $22.00 HR-$26.00 HR (Annual salary up to $54,000)

Equal Opportunity Employer