Human Resources Generalist

CEDARS OF MARIN; San Anselmo (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Pet Insurance

403(b)/Roth Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

3 Personal Days

10 Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Employer-paid Life/AD&D Insurance

Employer-paid Long-Term Disability

Bonus up to $1,000

Job summary

Cedars of Marin is seeking a Human Resources Generalist for full-time, on-site work in San Anselmo, CA. You will support daily HR operations, recruiting workflows, and partner with hiring managers to refine job descriptions, postings, and selection materials.

You will manage the ATS, screen applicants, assist onboarding, and maintain HR records with confidentiality. This role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks under minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; learn and use various databases.
• Paycom experience preferred.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail with analytically driven mindset.
• Understanding of business letter writing, report preparation, and basic business math.
• Leadership, coaching capability, problem-solving, and resourceful thinking.
• Strong empathy and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to pass an employment physical including a TB test, and meet job physical requirements.
• Valid DMV driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• CPR and First Aid certifications, or willingness to acquire both.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check with the FBI and DOJ.
• Upbeat, positive attitude and good sense of humor a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service by building professional relationships.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information with tact, discretion, and strong ethical judgment.
• Support the design and implementation of the recruiting strategy under supervision.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand required skills and competencies.
• Assist with drafting job descriptions, ads, and selection materials.
• Manage the department ATS and communicate during sourcing and interviewing.
• Conduct applicant screening interviews and assist with interviews.
• Support onboarding and clearance for candidates.
• Build and maintain relationships across HR constituents.
• Handle confidential paperwork with efficiency and accuracy.
• Communicate and collaborate to promote open information exchange and high standards.
• Simultaneously manage multiple job assignments.
• Contribute to department goals and ongoing activities.
• Interpret, apply, and explain applicable rules and regulations.
• Work independently and take initiative.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Paycom

ATS

Job description

Cedars of Marin is hiring a full-time, on-site Human Resources Generalist in San Anselmo, CA to support daily HR operations and recruiting workflows.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by building and maintaining professional relationships with co-workers, program personnel, administrative staff, employees, and the public
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information with tact, discretion, and strong ethical judgment
• Apply tact and diplomacy when supporting sensitive, complex, and confidential personnel and employee matters
• Maintain HR files and support reporting agency needs
• Under supervision, assist with the design and implementation of the overall recruiting strategy
• Partner with hiring managers to understand required skills and competencies for open roles
• Assist with drafting job descriptions, job ads, and selection materials, including creative input for external sites and social media as needed
• Manage the department ATS by communicating promptly and effectively during sourcing and the interview process
• Conduct applicant screening interviews and assist with subsequent interviews with hiring managers
• Support the clearance and onboarding process for prospective candidates
• Build and maintain professional relationships across all HR constituents
• Handle time-sensitive, confidential paperwork with efficiency and accuracy
• Support evolving departmental needs as they arise
• Communicate and collaborate effectively to promote open information exchange, respect, professionalism, and high standards
• Simultaneously manage multiple job assignments
• Contribute to department goals, objectives, and ongoing activities
• Interpret, apply, and explain applicable rules and regulations
• Work independently and take initiative

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn and use various databases
• Paycom experience preferred
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and an analytically driven mindset
• Understanding of business letter writing, report preparation, and basic business math
• Leadership, coaching capability, problem-solving, and resourceful thinking
• Strong empathy and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities is helpful
• Ability to pass an employment physical including a TB test, and meet job physical requirements
• Valid DMV driver’s license and a clean driving record
• CPR and First Aid certifications, or willingness to acquire both
• Ability to pass a criminal background check with the FBI and DOJ
• Upbeat, positive attitude and good sense of humor a plus

Technology

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Paycom
• ATS

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 403(b)/Roth Retirement Plan with employer matching based on tenure
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• 3 Personal Days
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer-paid Life/AD&D Insurance
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Bonus of up to $1,000 distributed over the course of the first year of employment

Work setup: Full-time, on-site.

• Location: San Anselmo, CA
• Pay: $30 to $33 per hour (DOE)