Human Resources Coordinator

CAIR San Francisco Bay Area; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 45,460 - 53,726; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid health insurance

Retirement matching contribution

Paid holidays and vacation days

Job summary

A civil rights nonprofit organization is seeking a part-time Human Resources Coordinator based in Santa Clara. The ideal candidate will support key HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement. With a commitment to civil rights and a positive workplace culture, this role is perfect for detail-oriented individuals who thrive in a mission-driven environment. Compensation ranges from $33-39 per hour with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• At minimum three years of professional experience in human resources or a related administrative role.
• Experience with full-cycle recruitment such as sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews.
• Basic knowledge of employee benefits (enrollment, updates, troubleshooting).

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end recruitment efforts including sourcing candidates and coordinating interviews.
• Coordinate timesheet submission and approval process, ensuring accuracy.
• Support internal team-building initiatives and morale-boosting activities.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

SHRM-CP or PHR certification

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Applicant tracking systems

HRIS

Job description

CAIR San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven candidate for its new part-time Human Resources Coordinator position. This role is essential to supporting a growing team and strengthening the organization's internal systems. The ideal candidate will bring prior experience across core HR functions-such as recruitment, onboarding, payroll coordination, and compliance-while helping to cultivate a positive, values-aligned workplace culture. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about civil rights and immigrants' rights and is ready to build infrastructure that supports a high-impact, community-driven team.

Title: Human Resources Coordinator

Location: Based in CAIR's Santa Clara office. CAIR staff are currently working a hybrid schedule, with three days in-person and two days remote

Schedule Type: Part-time, 20 hours per week. Non-exempt. Occasional evenings and weekends required

Reporting Relationships: Reports to Executive Director. Works closely with CAIR-CA Human Resources Director and Human Resources Manager

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States

Duties & Responsibilities:

Recruitment, Onboarding, & Offboarding

• Support end-to-end recruitment efforts to fill open positions, including sourcing candidates through relevant channels, screening resumes, coordinating interviews, and supporting the selection process to attract top talent to CAIR-SFBA
• Develop and maintain effective onboarding and offboarding practices, ensuring consistent documentation, processes, and experiences
• Coordinate onboarding logistics for new hires, including scheduling, preparing technology and workspace needs, and facilitating orientation materials to support a smooth and welcoming transition into the organization
• Oversee offboarding procedures, including coordinating knowledge transfer, conducting exit interviews, recovering equipment and system access, ensuring timely final pay and required documentation, and supporting a respectful and compliant departure experience

Payroll, Timekeeping, & Benefits

• Coordinate timesheet submission and approval process, ensuring accuracy and timely completion; serve as the primary point of contact for local payroll-related questions
• Collaborate with statewide Finance team to ensure accurate payroll processing and timely submissions
• Support employees with benefits-related questions and processes, including enrollment, changes, and updates.

Performance Management & Training

• Support the scheduling and tracking of annual performance evaluations, ensuring timely completion and proper documentation
• Support employee development efforts by tracking professional development goals and managing training logistics
• Help maintain internal policies, procedures, and documentation
• Serve as the local point of contact for HRIS-related issues, including troubleshooting access, updating and maintain accurate employee records, and ensuring data accuracy across HR systems
• Lead the implementation of the organization's career progression framework, supporting clarity and consistency in advancement pathways

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Support internal team-building initiatives and morale-boosting activities that foster connection and community
• Champion a positive workplace culture aligned with CAIR's values of equity, inclusion, and accountability
• Partner with the Executive Director to implement and oversee office standards that support professionalism and employee well-being
• Collaborate at the state level to enhance employee engagement and retention

Compliance Support

• Track staff leave requests and documentation; coordinate with CAIR-CA HR on compliance matters
• Support office compliance by ensuring up-to-date employment law postings and adherence to safety and health standards in collaboration with office administration
• Create and maintain employee records and HR materials in compliance with all laws; create and maintain various management documents, including our, job descriptions, training plans, and organizational chart

All CAIR staff are required to assist in general duties such as answering phones, weekly outreach, and other office tasks.

Required Qualifications:

• At minimum three years of professional experience in human resources or a related administrative role
• Experience with full-cycle recruitment such as sourcing, screening, and coordinating interviews
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems, recruiting platforms and job boards
• Proven ability to manage onboarding logistics (tech setup, orientations, etc.)
• Understanding of onboarding/off boarding and compliance-related documentation
• Experience coordinating timesheets and payroll submissions.
• Basic knowledge of employee benefits (enrollment, updates, troubleshooting)
• Proficiency in maintaining HRIS data accuracy
• Ability to troubleshoot access issues and maintain employee records
• Experience tracking evaluations and development goals
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills for documentation and follow-ups
• Knowledge of labor laws and HR compliance standards
• Ability to maintain employee records in compliance with legal requirements
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Ability to coordinate with multiple departments and work collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Comfort with digital HR tools and platforms
• Deep commitment to CAIR-SFBA's mission to defend civil rights and build community power, with comfort supporting HR functions in a mission-driven, culturally diverse, and politically engaged workplace

Preferred Qualifications:

• SHRM-CP, PHR, or a degree in Human Resources or a related field
• Understanding of HR in a nonprofit setting for culturally diverse workplace
• Interest or experience in improving HR processes and employee experience
• Familiarity with California employment laws

Compensation:

• Compensation in the range of $33-39, per hour commensurate with experience
• Fully paid Kaiser Health Insurance and Blue Cross PPO Dental Plan for employee and dependents
• 3% retirement matching contribution
• 12 paid holidays, 10 sick days, and 12 vacation days

To Apply: Please submit (1) a cover letter discussing your interest in the position, (2) your resume, and (3) the names and contact information of three references.

CAIR-CA is an equal-opportunity employer and adheres to all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.