HR Generalist - Garden Grove, CA

About the role

Hiring a Human Resources Coordinator in Garden Grove, CA!

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, leaves, and general workplace questions
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, including workplace concerns, attendance, performance, and policy interpretation
• Affiliate with employee investigations, corrective actions, performance improvement plans, and related documentation
• Administer employee leaves of absence and workplace accommodations in coordination with employees, managers, benefits providers, and other appropriate parties
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, including employment documentation, background checks, new-hire orientation, personnel changes, and separation records
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records within HR systems and personnel files
• Partner with payroll and benefits teams to resolve employee questions and ensure timely processing of employment changes
• Support supervisors with performance management, coaching, documentation, and consistent application of company policies
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local employment requirements and assist with required notices, audits, and reporting
• Prepare and maintain HR reports and trackers related to leaves, turnover, employee relations, staffing, and other workforce activity
• Affiliate with recruiting activities as needed, including candidate screening, interview coordination, reference checks, and offer preparation
• Support employee engagement, training, policy implementation, and other HR initiatives
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, documentation, and employee support
• Perform additional HR and operational responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• At least 2–3 years of hands-on HR experience, preferably in an HR Generalist or similar role
• Working knowledge of employee relations, performance management, onboarding, offboarding, benefits, leave administration, and employment compliance
• Experience supporting employees and managers across multiple locations or states is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, wage and hour requirements, and applicable leave laws
• Experience using ADP or a comparable HRIS/payroll system required
• Experience with Employee Navigator or another benefits administration platform preferred
• Experience with CentralReach or a similar healthcare or ABA practice-management system is a plus
• Strong documentation, recordkeeping, and organizational skills with close attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly with employees and managers
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar HR certification is a plus
• Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or ABA services is preferred