Human Resources Director - Full-Time

thestaffpad; West Covina (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Holiday and Sick Leave

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Plan (6% match)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Staff Pad is seeking an experienced Human Resource Director to lead the Administration Department in West Covina, CA. This role reports to the Chief Executive Officer and drives HR strategy, program development, and operational execution across the organization.

Responsibilities include overseeing the full employee lifecycle, modeling strong employee relations, managing investigations, and ensuring legal compliance while partnering with leaders to cultivate a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• 5–7 years of management or administrative experience in Human Resources, preferably at the Director or Senior Manager level.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, orientation, performance evaluation, compensation, disciplinary actions, and exit processes
• Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that support business growth, talent acquisition, employee engagement, high performance, strong employee relations, employer reputation, and legal compliance
• Lead succession planning and talent development initiatives by partnering with senior management and identifying key talent and creating development strategies
• Provide guidance, training, and support to directors and supervisors on HR matters, policies, procedures, and employee information
• Lead employee investigations and recommend appropriate actions, including coaching, warnings, performance improvement plans, terminations, and layoffs, with proper documentation
• Oversee benefits administration, including health, life, LTD, pension, COBRA, leaves of absence (FMLA, CFRA, Pregnancy Disability, etc.) , and unemployment insurance, ensuring timely and accurate employee communication
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including COBRA, wage and hour laws, EEOC, workers’ compensation, ADA, FMLA, and CFRA

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

HR policy

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS platforms

ADP

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a reputable health center in West Covina, CA committed to providing access to high-quality healthcare while empowering patients, employees, and community partners to improve their well-being and strengthen the health of the communities they serve.

We are looking to hire a qualified and experienced Human Resource Director for their Administration Department.

Reporting to Chief Executive Office, The Human Resource Director oversees the administration, coordination, and evaluation of the organization’s human resources function while leading the development and implementation of effective HR strategies and programs.

Schedule: Full-Time

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, orientation, performance evaluation, compensation, disciplinary actions, and exit processes
• Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that support business growth, talent acquisition, employee engagement, high performance, strong employee relations, employer reputation, and legal compliance
• Lead succession planning and talent development initiatives by partnering with senior management and identifying key talent and creating development strategies
• Provide guidance, training, and support to directors and supervisors on HR matters, policies, procedures, and employee information
• Lead employee investigations and recommend appropriate actions, including coaching, warnings, performance improvement plans, terminations, and layoffs, with proper documentation
• Oversee benefits administration, including health, life, LTD, pension, COBRA, leaves of absence (FMLA, CFRA, Pregnancy Disability, etc.) , and unemployment insurance, ensuring timely and accurate employee communication
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including COBRA, wage and hour laws, EEOC, workers’ compensation, ADA, FMLA, and CFRA

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field from an accredited college or university
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification
• 5–7 years of management or administrative experience in Human Resources, preferably at the Director or Senior Manager level

Additional Skills and Attributes

• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations, including Wage & Hour, ADA, FMLA, CFRA, OSHA, workers’ compensation, I‑9, and COBRA
• Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with tact, diplomacy, and professionalism
• Ability to manage deadlines, adapt quickly to changing priorities, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms, Microsoft Word, and Excel; experience with ADP preferred

What You Can Expect

Work Environment Collaborative, fast-paced office environment Regular interaction with employees, patients, and leadership Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Professional, team-oriented workplace focused on quality service

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation: Competitive Hourly Pay
• Insurance: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Leave: Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance (Basic + Voluntary)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement plan with 6% match