Human Resources Specialist (HR Specialist)

K2 Staffing; Los Angeles (CA); Vor Ort; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits (health, PTO, 退

Professional development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

gobravvo is seeking an experienced HR Specialist to support a growing commercial electrical contracting company in Woodland Hills, CA. The role covers compliance, employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, benefits, workers’ compensation, leaves, payroll coordination, and performance management.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of HR experience, strong knowledge of California employment laws, and a proven track record in handling sensitive employee matters.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in construction or skilled trades environments.
• Extensive knowledge of California employment laws and wage-and-hour compliance.
• Experience handling employee relations, investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Experience supporting hourly/field-based employees is highly desirable.
• Certification such as SHRM/PHR/SPHR is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Manage day-to-day HR operations and processes.
• Lead recruitment, postings, screening, interviewing, and onboarding of new hires.
• Coordinate offboarding procedures, exit interviews, and paperwork.
• Handle employee relations matters and investigations as needed.
• Ensure compliance with California wage-and-hour laws and policies.
• Coordinate payroll, timekeeping, benefits administration, and status changes.
• Manage leaves of absence, ADA accommodations, and return-to-work processes.
• Oversee workers' compensation claims and injury documentation.
• Draft and update HR policies and employee handbooks.
• Provide guidance to managers on HR decisions and sensitive matters.
• Maintain confidential employee records and HR reports.

Kenntnisse

HR policies

Employee relations

Recruiting

Onboarding

Benefits administration

Workers' compensation

Leave management

Payroll coordination

Performance management

Tools

HRIS systems

Jobbeschreibung

The Human Resources Specialist (HR Specialist) role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to support a dynamic commercial electrical contracting company with more than 150 employees. This full-time position is based in Woodland Hills, CA, and is responsible for overseeing a wide range of essential HR functions. As a key member of the organization, the HR Specialist ensures the smooth operation of all human resources processes, focusing on compliance, employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, workers' compensation, leaves of absence, payroll coordination, performance management, and more.

The HR Specialist will play a pivotal role in managing and refining HR systems to support the company's growth and maintain regulatory compliance, particularly with California employment and wage-and-hour laws. The role demands a high level of professionalism, discretion, and the ability to work independently, especially when handling sensitive employee issues and complex workplace matters. The HR Specialist will act as a resource for both employees and leadership, providing guidance and support on a variety of HR topics and ensuring that organizational practices adhere to best practices and legal requirements.

In this full-time HR Specialist position in Woodland Hills, CA, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact by strengthening HR processes, reducing compliance risk, and supporting a culture of fairness and continuous improvement. If you are an experienced HR professional looking to advance your career in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, this could be the perfect next step for you.

Human Resources Specialist (HR Specialist) - Summary

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all HR-related functions within a large, growing commercial electrical contracting company.
• Oversee compliance with employment laws and company policies, ensuring all processes are up to date and meet regulatory standards.
• Support the organization through effective employee lifecycle management, from recruitment through offboarding.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the HR department, ensuring smooth execution of employee lifecycle activities.
• Lead recruiting efforts, including job postings, screening, interviewing, and onboarding new hires.
• Coordinate employee offboarding procedures, including exit interviews and final paperwork.
• Handle employee relations matters, investigate complaints, and work through performance management, discipline, and terminations as needed.
• Maintain compliance with California-specific employment and wage-and-hour regulations, keeping policies and practices current.
• Coordinate payroll processes, track timekeeping, manage benefits administration, and oversee employee status changes.
• Manage leaves of absence, ADA accommodations, and return-to-work processes in compliance with all applicable laws.
• Coordinate workers' compensation claims, manage workplace injury documentation, and support employees through the claims process.
• Draft, update, and maintain HR policies, employee handbooks, forms, and standard operating procedures.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and leadership on HR decisions and sensitive employee matters.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, compliance trackers, and HR reporting systems.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package based on experience and industry standards.
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan options.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organization.

Qualifications & Requirements

• At least 5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a construction, skilled trades, or similar environment.
• Extensive knowledge of California employment laws and wage-and-hour compliance.
• Demonstrated experience handling employee relations, workplace investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Previous experience supporting hourly, field-based, or skilled-trade employees is highly desirable.
• Proven track record in recruiting, onboarding, payroll, benefits administration, workers' compensation, leave management, and terminations.
• Outstanding documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Construction or skilled-trades HR experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting 100+ employees is preferred.
• SHRM, PHR, SPHR, PHRca, or a similar HR certification is a plus and will be favorably considered.

Ideal Candidate Snapshot

• Independent, proactive, and able to manage multiple HR priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled at handling sensitive employee matters with discretion and professionalism.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for compliance and continuous process improvement.
• Effective communicator, comfortable working with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Adaptable, resourceful, and committed to supporting a positive workplace culture.

Other Relevant Information

• This is a full-time position based in Woodland Hills, CA, offering the chance to work in a vibrant, growing community.
• The organization is committed to equal employment opportunity and maintains a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.