HR Generalist

Jobtailor; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an HR Generalist to own payroll processing, benefits, HRIS, ATS, and onboarding in Cerritos, CA. You’ll ensure compliance with multi-state labor laws and maintain accurate employee records.

Responsibilities include onboarding, visa support, performance management, and employee relations under the Sr. HR Manager guidance. This role requires strong communication, organization, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or business administration with 3+ years of HR experience.
• Experience managing payroll and benefits, HRIS, ATS, and LMS platforms.
• Knowledge of multi-state employment laws and compliance requirements. See CA specifics.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of payroll processing and benefits administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws
• Manage and administer HRIS, benefits, and payroll (BambooHR), applicant tracking system (JazzHR), and performance management system (15Five)
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date people records, including organizational charts and sales territory/coverage maps
• Cross-train on benefits and payroll administration, providing backup coverage for biweekly payroll processing as needed
• Support recruitment efforts by managing job postings, screening talent, and coordinating a seamless interview experience for candidates
• Lead the entire onboarding journey, including I-9 verification, orientation, training schedule coordination, and probationary reviews
• Support employee visa and immigration processes, including preparing documentation, coordinating with immigration counsel, and tracking case status
• Work with vendor partners for compliance reporting (AAP and VETS-4212)
• Oversee leave administration (FMLA and other state-specific leave types)
• Act as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries and help resolve workplace conflicts
• Serve as a bridge for employee relations matters under the guidance of the Sr. HR Manager
• Plan and develop company events designed to foster real connections across the hybrid work environment

Skills

Payroll Processing

Benefits Administration

HRIS Management

ATS Administration

LMS Administration

Multi-State Employment Law

Organizational Chart Maintenance

I-9 Verification

Performance Management

Leave Administration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Tools

BambooHR

JazzHR

15Five

Microsoft Office Suite

LinkedIn

ZipRecruiter

Indeed

Job description

• Take ownership of payroll processing and benefits administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws


• Manage and administer HRIS, benefits, and payroll (BambooHR), applicant tracking system (JazzHR), and performance management system (15Five)


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date people records, including organizational charts and sales territory/coverage maps


• Cross-train on benefits and payroll administration, providing backup coverage for biweekly payroll processing as needed


• Support recruitment efforts by managing job postings, screening talent, and coordinating a seamless interview experience for candidates


• Lead the entire onboarding journey, including I-9 verification, orientation, training schedule coordination, and probationary reviews


• Support employee visa and immigration processes, including preparing documentation, coordinating with immigration counsel, and tracking case status


• Work with vendor partners for compliance reporting (AAP and VETS-4212)


• Oversee leave administration (FMLA and other state-specific leave types)


• Act as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries and help resolve workplace conflicts


• Serve as a bridge for employee relations matters under the guidance of the Sr. HR Manager


• Plan and develop company events designed to foster real connections across the hybrid work environment

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree; preferably in Human Resources and/or Business Administration


• 3+ years of work experience in an HR-related field, preferably as a generalist


• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy


• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills


• Administration experience in ATS, HRIS, and LMS


• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws (multi-state, including CA) and regulations


• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines for the team


• Ability to analyze processes, identify problems, and develop effective solutions and strategies


• Strong attention to detail


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite


• Experience with job sites LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, and Indeed


• Commute to the office located in Cerritos, CA minimum 3 times per week


• SHRM or HRCI Certification (bonus qualification)


• Experience processing payroll with multi-state employees (bonus qualification)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, benefits administration, and HRIS management while ensuring compliance with labor laws. Proficient in recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Payroll Processing


• Benefits Administration


• HRIS Management


• Employment Law Compliance


• Recruitment Coordination

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Payroll Processing


• Benefits Administration


• HRIS Management


• ATS Administration


• LMS Administration


• Multi-State Employment Law


• Organizational Chart Maintenance


• I-9 Verification


• Performance Management


• Leave Administration

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills


• Organizational Skills


• Problem-Solving


• Attention to Detail


• Interpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• SHRM Certification


• HRCI Certification

Industry Keywords

• Employee Relations


• Onboarding


• Visa and Immigration Processes


• FMLA


• Compliance Reporting

Tools & Technologies

• BambooHR


• JazzHR


• 15Five


• Microsoft Office Suite


• LinkedIn


• ZipRecruiter


• Indeed