Human Resources Business Partner

About the role

The HR Business Partner will provide HR services to 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.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the organization and team to monitor and achieve short- and long-term goals aligned with service proposals and client-specific needs.
• Aid clients in ensuring full compliance with federal and state regulations and laws.
• Support 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.

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.

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and promptly with a sense of urgency while assessing organizational needs.
• Nonprofit experience is strongly preferred.
• 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 (DOE).
• Comprehensive Company Benefits, including:
• Paid vacation time
• Paid volunteer time off
• Paid holidays
• A paid day off for your birthday
• Cell phone and internet stipend
• Paid sick time
• Retailer retirement plan with a company match
• Health and wellness programs

Work and Life Balance

To give your best to our clients and the community, its essential that you feel and perform your best. Achieving that means maintaining a healthy work-life balancea value we not only encourage but also strive to embody in everything we do.

Career Development

We empower our team members to innovate, experiment, and forge their own paths to success. Our roles strike the perfect balance between autonomy and collaboration, all while maintaining a micro-management-free environment.

What Success Looks Like

• Employees and clients rave about your exceptional HR support and trust you to meet their needs with excellence.
• You excel in organization, multitasking, coordination, and administration, taking pride in and owning your role completely.
• You proactively identify opportunities to enhance HR practices, confidently sharing and implementing ideas to better serve employees and clients.
• You thrive as a team player, embracing open, positive, and constructive communication as a cornerstone of a successful HR team.

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.

Additional Information

• Please, only candidates local to San Diego, CA as relocation expenses are not offered and we are looking to fill this position quickly.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as sponsorship is not available.
• Pre-employment background check required.

To Apply

WOW us with your cover letter, application and resume Tell us why the nonprofit/social enterprise world is important to you. If youve read this far, were looking to hear from you!