HR Generalist: Payroll, Onboarding & Benefits (ADP)

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF WHITTIER INC; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF WHITTIER INC is seeking an Human Resources Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations with a focus on accurate semi-monthly payroll processing and HR administration. The role requires hands-on ADP Workforce Now expertise and strong knowledge of California employment laws, with onsite work in Whittier, CA.

You will manage payroll, onboarding, benefits, and HRIS data, while supporting recruitment and policy implementation in a busy youth-serving nonprofit environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience administering ADP Workforce Now, including employee data changes, onboarding workflows, reporting, and payroll processing
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, HR administration, and applicable employment requirements
• Knowledge of federal, California, and local employment laws and regulations
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment with sensitive information
• Experience working in a Boys & Girls Club or similar youth-serving nonprofit organization preferred
• SHRM or HRCI Certification preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 48 college credits or pass equivalency exam required
• 3 to 5 years of experience in human resources, payroll administration, or a related role
• Direct experience processing payroll and administering employee records in an HRIS
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred, ideally including payroll, reporting, onboarding, and employee data management
• Understanding of HRIS data integrity, benefits administration, and payroll accuracy
• Ability to apply HR policies and employment requirements consistently
• Strong attention to detail; ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, and external providers
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, resolve routine HR issues, and escalate complex matters appropriately
• Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Ability to use a computer, phone, and standard office equipment

Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule using ADP Workforce Now
• Review timecards, payroll inputs, and employee changes to ensure accuracy before submission
• Respond to payroll inquiries, research payroll discrepancies, and resolve issues
• Maintain accurate payroll records and support payroll reporting and related compliance needs
• Coordinate recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate communications, reference checks, and preparing job offers
• Develop, update, and maintain job descriptions and recruiting records
• Coordinate onboarding, including ADP setup, required employment documentation, background checks, fingerprinting, and applicable clearances
• Track onboarding requirement completion and follow up on outstanding items
• Support employees with benefits enrollment, eligibility questions, and coverage changes
• Coordinate annual open enrollment and communicate benefits information
• Collaborate with benefits providers and the PEO to resolve enrollment and coverage issues
• Maintain accurate benefits records and support benefits compliance and reporting requirements
• Support compliance with applicable federal, California, and local employment laws and regulations
• Maintain accurate, confidential personnel files, employee records, and HRIS data in ADP Workforce Now and other applicable systems
• Administer HRIS workflows, employee data changes, onboarding tasks, and system records to ensure accuracy and completion
• Assist with development, implementation, and communication of HR policies and procedures
• Track required notices, training, reporting deadlines, and recurring HR compliance obligations
• Conduct periodic audits of HR records and processes to identify errors, gaps, and compliance concerns
• Assist with Workers’ Compensation claims, EDD claims, and related documentation
• Coordinate employee separations, including documentation, HRIS updates, benefits notifications, and final payroll coordination
• Generate HR reports and support audits, recordkeeping, and compliance reporting as needed
• Serve as a point of contact for routine employee questions and concerns; escalte complex or sensitive matters as appropriate
• Support supervisors with HR policies, employee documentation, and performance management processes
• Assist with employee evaluations, corrective action documentation, and conflict resolution as directed
• Maintain confidentiality, objectivity, and documentation when handling employee matters

Skills

Payroll processing

ADP Workforce Now

HR administration

Confidentiality

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

HRIS data integrity

Payroll accuracy

California employment law

SHRM/HRCI cert

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 college credits or equivalency

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF WHITTIER INC is seeking an Human Resources Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations with a focus on accurate semi-monthly payroll processing and HR administration. The role requires hands-on ADP Workforce Now expertise and strong knowledge of California employment laws, with onsite work in Whittier, CA.

You will manage payroll, onboarding, benefits, and HRIS data, while supporting recruitment and policy implementation in a busy youth-serving nonprofit environment.