Human Resources Manager

AppleOne Employment Services; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR for two affiliated organizations in the insurance and benefits administration sector. You will guide executive leadership on CA employment law, oversee benefits, recruitment, HRIS, and policy development, while handling day-to-day execution for ~70 employees across Fremont and Pleasanton.

The role emphasizes strategic advisory duties, workforce planning, and a hands-on approach to employee lifecycle

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR functions across two locations, including compliance, employee relations, benefits, recruiting, HRIS administration, policies, and workforce planning.
• Advise executive leadership on California employment law, employee relations matters, organizational effectiveness, risk mitigation, and HR best practices.
• Manage leaves of absence, accommodations, Workers' Compensation, workplace investigations, corrective actions, separations, and required documentation.
• Support both union and non‑union employee populations, including Collective Bargaining Agreement interpretation, grievance coordination, and labor relations support.
• Administer Paychex Flex or comparable HRIS functions, including employee records, time and attendance, benefits enrollment, HR reporting, and compliance documentation.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluations, compensation reviews, training compliance, employee engagement initiatives, and offboarding processes.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

California law

HRIS management

Recruitment

Policy development

Workforce planning

Communication

Confidentiality

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification

Tools

Paychex Flex

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

A direct hire opportunity is available for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead the full HR function for two affiliated organizations in the insurance and benefits administration industry. This is a high-visibility, hands‑on HR leadership role supporting approximately 70 employees across Fremont and Pleasanton, CA. This Human Resources Manager will work closely with executive leadership and serve as a trusted advisor on California employment law compliance, employee relations, benefits administration, HR systems, recruitment, policy development, and workforce planning. This position is ideal for a senior HR professional who enjoys owning the full employee lifecycle and balancing strategic guidance with day‑to‑day execution. This opportunity offers meaningful responsibility, direct access to leadership, and the ability to influence HR practices across established Bay Area organizations. The work environment values professionalism, accountability, confidentiality, and collaboration, with supportive leadership and a strong need for an HR partner who can bring structure, insight, and practical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all human resources functions across two locations, including compliance, employee relations, benefits, recruiting, HRIS administration, policies, and workforce planning.
• Advise executive leadership on California employment law, employee relations matters, organizational effectiveness, risk mitigation, and HR best practices.
• Manage leaves of absence, accommodations, Workers' Compensation, workplace investigations, corrective actions, separations, and required documentation.
• Support both union and non‑union employee populations, including Collective Bargaining Agreement interpretation, grievance coordination, and labor relations support.
• Administer Paychex Flex or comparable HRIS functions, including employee records, time and attendance, benefits enrollment, HR reporting, and compliance documentation.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluations, compensation reviews, training compliance, employee engagement initiatives, and offboarding processes.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: $145,000 to $175,000 annually.
• Employment Type: Full‑time, direct hire.
• Work Arrangement: On‑site.
• Location Schedule: 3 days in Fremont, CA and 2 days in Pleasanton, CA.
• FLSA Status: Exempt.
• Reports To: CEO and CFO.
• Supervisory Responsibility: None.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Independently manage the complete HR function for two affiliated organizations and multiple worksites.
• Serve as a strategic and hands‑on HR advisor to executive leadership.
• Lead employee relations, investigations, compliance, benefits administration, recruitment, HRIS, and policy development.
• Support union and non‑union employee populations while ensuring compliance with CBAs and California employment regulations.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP, or SHRM‑SCP certification required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive, hands‑on Human Resources experience required.
• At least 3 years of experience in a senior HR or standalone full-function HR role required.
• Strong current knowledge of California employment law, including CFRA, FMLA, PDL, FEHA, WARN Act, wage and hour rules, meal and rest period requirements, final pay, and pay transparency laws.
• Experience managing employee relations, investigations, performance issues, disciplinary actions, separations, leaves of absence, accommodations, and Workers' Compensation.
• Demonstrated experience supporting union and non‑union employee groups, including working knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Proficiency with Paychex Flex or a comparable HRIS and payroll platform.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and comfort using technology, digital workflows, and AI‑enabled HR tools.
• Ability to maintain confidential employee records and exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professional integrity.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, problem‑solving, and executive advisory skills.
• Ability to independently prioritize work, manage competing deadlines, and support HR operations across multiple locations.
• Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in third‑party administration, insurance administration, employee benefits administration, or financial services.
• Experience in union‑affiliated organizations or environments governed by Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Experience serving as a HIPAA Compliance Officer or managing HIPAA‑related HR compliance responsibilities.
• Experience preparing HR analytics, compensation reviews, salary benchmarking, and total compensation summaries.
• Experience supporting OSHA compliance, workplace safety programs, employee training, and employee engagement initiatives.

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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.

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