Human Resources Specialist

Grow Through Life Counseling; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Grow Through Life Counseling in San Diego, CA seeks an HR Specialist to support and implement HR programs, assist day-to-day operations, and ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies.

You will collaborate with the hiring team to attract, develop, and retain a skilled and diverse workforce, manage payroll, benefits, records, and analytics to inform people decisions.

Qualifications

• Understanding of HR principles, practices, and employment laws.
• Experience in recruitment is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Payroll: Process payroll and ensure compliance.
• Employee Relations: Provide guidance and support to employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits. Assist with conflict resolution and investigations related to employee complaints or disciplinary issues.
• Performance Management: Support the performance review process, ensuring timely and constructive feedback is provided to employees.
• HR Compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, regulations, and internal policies. Maintain accurate employee records and documentation.
• HR Metrics: Collect and analyze HR data to support decision-making and HR strategy development.
• Compensation and Benefits: Support with employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies.
• IT & Security Support: Assist staff in troubleshooting common computer issues or concerns. Maintaining databases and ensuring system security.

Skills

HR knowledge

Recruitment

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Teamwork

IT support

Job description

The Human Resources Specialist plays a key role in supporting and implementing various human resources programs and initiatives. This position involves assisting with the day-to-day operations of the various teams ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations, and providing support to employees and the leadership team regarding HR policies and procedures. The HR Specialist collaborates with the hiring team to attract, develop, and retain a skilled and diverse workforce.

Payroll: Process payroll and ensure compliance.

Employee Relations: Provide guidance and support to employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits. Assist with conflict resolution and investigations related to employee complaints or disciplinary issues. Promote positive employee relations by fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment. Handle employee inquiries and concerns, ensuring prompt and appropriate resolution.

Performance Management: Support the performance review process, ensuring timely and constructive feedback is provided to employees. Assist in identifying training and development needs based on performance reviews and organizational goals. Help coordinate employee training programs and track participation and outcomes.

HR Compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, regulations, and internal policies. Maintain accurate employee records and documentation in accordance with legal requirements. Manage internal HR documents and policies to ensure up to date compliance with federal and state regulations

HR Metrics: Collect and analyze HR data to support decision-making and HR strategy development. Prepare regular HR reports, including employee turnover, retention, and other key HR metrics.

Payroll: Process payroll and ensure compliance.

Compensation and Benefits: Support with employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies. Assist with compensation-related activities, such as job evaluations and salary surveys. Collaborate with staff to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll.

IT & Security Support: Assist staff in troubleshooting common computer issues or concerns. Maintaining databases and ensuring system security.

Qualifications And Skills

• Ability to work a hybrid schedule and travel to other practice locations throughout the county.
• Proficiency and knowledge to provide technical support and resolve general IT issues.
• Understanding of HR principles, practices, and employment laws.
• Experience in recruitment is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team.