Human Resources Generalist

AppleOne; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Tulare, CA is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to support daily HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance. The role requires handling confidential matters professionally and collaborating with HR leadership.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of HR Generalist experience, a Bachelor's degree in HR or related field, and strong knowledge of California employment laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of HR Generalist experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of California employment laws and HR compliance.
• Experience with recruitment, onboarding, and HR administration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment for exempt, non-exempt, and temporary positions.
• Screen applicants, coordinate interviews, and extend offers.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and qualifications.
• Assist with onboarding, orientation, and exit interviews.
• Support performance management and employee development initiatives.
• Maintain confidential employee records and HR documentation.

Skills

HR policies

Employee relations

Recruitment

Onboarding

Performance management

Confidentiality

HRIS

California employment law

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to join a growing organization in Tulare, CA.

This position is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, supporting employees and leadership, and managing a variety of human resources functions.

The HR Generalist will work closely with senior HR leadership to support daily HR operations, including recruitment, employee relations, onboarding, training, performance management, policy administration, and employment law compliance.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, approachable, proactive, and capable of handling confidential and sensitive employee matters with professionalism and discretion.

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Manage recruitment efforts for exempt, non-exempt, and temporary positions.
• Create and post job advertisements, screen applicants, and coordinate interviews.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and evaluate candidate qualifications.
• Conduct reference checks, coordinate background screenings, and extend employment offers.
• Facilitate new-hire onboarding, orientation, and exit interviews.
• Assist with developing and updating job descriptions.

Employee Relations & HR Support

• Provide guidance to employees and management regarding HR policies, procedures, and employment practices.
• Assist with employee relations matters, including workplace complaints, disciplinary actions, investigations, and terminations.
• Support performance management, employee development, and workplace conflict resolution.
• Handle sensitive employee information while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Assist with administering HR programs related to compensation, benefits, leave of absence, and employee engagement.

Compliance & Training

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Track and maintain records of mandatory employee training, certifications, and continuing education.
• Coordinate workplace safety, anti-harassment, and other required employee training programs.
• Partner with department managers to identify training and development needs.
• Assist with employee eligibility verification and employment documentation.
• Support HR policy development, implementation, and continuous improvement.

HR Administration

• Assist with developing and administering HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Utilize HRIS systems to manage employee information and HR processes.
• Collaborate with leadership and other departments to support organizational goals.
• Perform additional HR-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of HR Generalist experience required.
• Strong knowledge of California employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting recruitment, employee relations, onboarding, and HR administration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with employees at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with HRIS systems or the ability to quickly learn new HR software.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-CP certification.
• Experience assisting with employee investigations, disciplinary actions, and performance management.
• Experience coordinating employee training and compliance programs.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with HR leadership and management.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Onsite position in Tulare, CA.
• Primarily office-based with prolonged periods of sitting.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to move throughout the facility and access various departments as needed.

Compensation

Annual Salary: $75,000–$85,000

Compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and relevant HR expertise.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

The Know Your Rights poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf

The pay transparency policy is available here: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf

For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf

We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.