Human Resources Generalist

United Cerebral Palsy of the Inland Empire; Riverside, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

United Cerebral Palsy of the Inland Empire seeks a Human Resources Generalist to provide hands-on HR support across the employee lifecycle in Palm Desert. You will partner with managers on staffing, onboarding, training, leave management, and benefits administration while ensuring compliance with California and federal laws.

This full-time role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of related experience, bilingual in English and Spanish, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or related field with 3–5 years of HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of California employment laws and regulations.
• Bilingual English and Spanish required; excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to assess workforce needs and manage full-cycle recruitment.
• Coordinate onboarding and training, ensuring compliance with CA requirements.
• Administer leaves (FMLA/CFRA/ADA) and coordinate accommodations with payroll.
• Support benefits administration and annual open enrollment processes.
• Ensure compliance, maintain records, and assist with HR audits and reporting.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

HR policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business

Tools

HRIS / HR software

Job description

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Human Resources Generalist

Full Time Clerical Palm Desert, CA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1096

Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist provides hands-on human resources support across the employee lifecycle. This role partners with managers to support staffing, recruitment, onboarding, training, leave management, and benefits administration while ensuring compliance with California and federal employment laws. The HR Generalist balances operational execution with consultative support to promote a compliant, equitable, and mission-driven workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Staffing & Recruitment

• Partner with hiring managers to assess workforce needs in alignment with organizational programs and strategic goals.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, background checks, and offers.
• Ensure recruitment practices comply with California employment laws and nonprofit best practices, including fair chance hiring and equal employment opportunity requirements.

Onboarding & Training

• Coordinate and facilitate onboarding to ensure compliance with California new hire requirements, including mandatory notices and forms.
• Support training initiatives related to workplace conduct, harassment prevention (AB 1825 / SB 1343), and other required compliance training.
• Partner with leadership to identify training and development needs that support employee growth and mission effectiveness.

Leave Management & Accommodations

• Administer and track employee leaves of absence in compliance with applicable laws, including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA/FEHA, paid sick leave, and local ordinances.
• Coordinate the interactive process for reasonable accommodations.
• Partner with payroll and benefits providers to ensure accurate leave tracking, pay coordination, and employee communication.

Benefits Administration

• Support employee benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, and employee inquiries.
• Assist with annual open enrollment, benefits communications, and vendor coordination.
• Ensure benefits practices comply with applicable state and federal regulations.

Compliance & HR Operations

• Ensure HR practices align with California labor and employment laws, including wage and hour, record retention, and required postings and notices.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data.
• Support audits, reporting, and continuous improvement of HR processes and policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field with 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.
• Strong working knowledge of California employment laws and regulations.
• Experience administering leaves of absence and benefits.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer proficiency, including HR systems and standard office software.
• Excellent communication, judgment, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage competing priorities.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Frequent collaboration with internal departments in a supportive and team-oriented environment.

This position primarily operates in a professional office setting. However, the Human Resources Generalist will be required to travel periodically to attend career fairs, recruitment events, and organizational meetings, as well as to support onboarding and other HR-related activities at various program locations throughout Riverside and San Bernardino counties. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptops, computers, and smartphones.

Occasional evening and weekend hours are required for events or community outreach.

Regular communication in person, by phone, and via video conferencing. Duties require sitting, standing, walking, and occasional lifting of materials up to twenty (20) pounds.

EEO Statement:

United Cerebral Palsy of the Inland Empire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and veterans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

In compliance with the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), we provide reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact UCPIE at [phone].