Human Resources Business Partner

About the Role

Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Business Partner is a Generalist professional who provides HR services to our nonprofit and social enterprise clients in areas such as recruitment, onboarding, staff training, performance management, compliance, employee relations, benefits administration, and other high-touch HR projects. This is a full-time and hybrid role involving a combination of remote work, onsite visits to client offices, and time at our own office. To ensure seamless support, candidates must be located in San Diego, CA, with the ability to commute within San Diego County and access reliable transportation.

What We Believe:

• Enjoy the Journey: We value the journey as much as the destination in creating lasting social impact.
• Be Transparent: We foster an honest and open culture by sharing information and feedback early and often.
• Never Settle: Our entrepreneurial culture drives us to continuously seek better ways of doing things.
• Leverage Our Circle: We leverage relationships in our network, recognizing we aren’t experts at everything.
• Teach By Doing: We model behavior through actions, both for our clients and coworkers.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including 3-5 years in an HR Generalist role, and at least 2 years in an HR Director-level position or equivalent.
• A valid PHR, PHR-CA, SHRM-CP certification, or equivalent is required; candidates without certification must obtain it within six months of hire.
• Strong working knowledge of local, state, and federal employment regulations, laws, and best practices, with specific expertise in California employment laws and regulations.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (sponsorship is not available).
• Pre-employment background check required.
• Nonprofit experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the organization and team to monitor and achieve short- and long-term goals aligned with service proposals and client-specific needs.
• Assist clients in ensuring full compliance with federal and state regulations and laws.
• Provide support for full-cycle recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes as needed.
• Establish and maintain systems and processes for accurate personnel record-keeping and documentation.
• Develop and refine job descriptions, performance review processes, and Employee Handbooks.
• Deliver training and development programs for client employees, as necessary.
• Administer employee benefits, including claims resolution, reporting changes, communicating benefit information, and supporting open enrollment.
• Implement and manage performance management processes, including coaching and counseling.
• Conduct HR risk assessments and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage and/or implement HRIS systems and other automation/technology solutions.
• Oversee and resolve employee relations matters to a satisfactory conclusion.
• Actively engage in administrative staff meetings and participate in relevant seminars and other professional gatherings.

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and promptly with a sense of urgency while assessing organizational needs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Gmail, and various payroll and HRIS systems, such as ADP Run, Gusto, Paylocity, and Bamboo HR.
• Enthusiastic team player committed to fostering a positive and engaging work environment.
• Outgoing, with a strong desire and ability to exceed internal and external customer expectations.
• Strong work ethic and proven administrative skills, with exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Excellent critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, capable of making sound judgments and data-driven decisions in fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding personal and client information.
• Proven track record of excelling in a multi-tasking, multi-client environment with competing priorities.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, paired with a friendly and professional demeanor.
• Adaptable and comfortable in new, dynamic, and varied professional environments.
• Experience with union-related matters is helpful but not required.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation: The hourly rate for this role ranges from $35 to $40 per hour, depending on experience.

Comprehensive Company Benefits:

• Paid vacation time
• Paid volunteer time off
• Paid holidays
• A paid day off for your birthday
• Cell phone and internet stipend
• Paid sick time
• Retirement plan with a company match
• Health and wellness programs

Work and Life Balance: We encourage a healthy work-life balance to ensure you feel and perform your best.

Career Development: We empower our team members to innovate, experiment, and forge their own paths to success in a micro-management-free environment.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Work is performed in an office setting; regularly sits at a computer station and operates electronic equipment 6 to 8 hours per day; occasionally lifts, carries, and positions objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note: Only candidates local to San Diego, CA will be considered, as relocation expenses are not offered.