Senior Human Resource Generalist
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Job Location:
El Centro, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 28 - 32
Posted on:
15-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Description
About Us:
Home of Guiding Hands (HGH) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to live fulfilling self-directed lives. Through residential homes respite care and community-based programs we provide person-centered support that promotes dignity inclusion and independence.
Position Summary
The Senior Human Resources Generalistis an integral member of the People Operations team serving as the primary HR representative for the Imperial Valley region. This position supports all HR functions for the Respite Program residential facilities and community service programs ensuring alignment with organizational policies compliance standards and ICARE valuesInnovation Collaboration Accountability Respect and Empathy.
This is afast-pacedandhigh-volume rolethatrequires strong HR expertise exceptional communication skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities. The Senior HR Generalist partners closely with the San Diego-based People Operations and Talent Acquisition teams to ensure a consistent positive employee experience across the organization.
What Youll Be Doing: Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations & Compliance
Serve as the primary HR point of contact for Imperial Valley employees and leadership.
Provide guidance on employee relations performance management and progressive discipline.
Conduct workplace investigations and prepare clear compliant documentation.
Partner with supervisors to ensure fair and consistent application of policies.
Maintain compliance with all federal state and local labor laws including Title 17/22 California Labor Code DDS OSHA and EEO.
Ensure confidentiality and proper maintenance of personnel files and I-9/E-Verify documentation.
Support for Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition teamto support high-volume hiring needs particularly for the Imperial Valley Respite Program.
Facilitate local onboarding logistics including completion of new hire documentation background clearances credential verification and HRIS setup.
Assist with orientation coordination to ensure a welcoming and compliant onboarding experience.
Track onboarding progress and follow up on outstanding requirements in partnership with People Operations and Recruitment teams.
HR Operations & Administration
Process personnel actions including new hires transfers separations and pay adjustments in HRIS (UKG/Paycom).
Support Workers Compensation claims leave of absence coordination and compliance reporting.
Generate HR reports and assist with audits compliance reviews and metric tracking.
Partner with Payroll and Compliance to maintain accurate and timely employee data.
Leadership & Collaboration
Act as a local HR resource and coach for managers and supervisors in the Imperial Valley region.
Collaborate with the San Diego People Operations team to ensure consistency and alignment across all locations.
Participate in HR projects policy development and process improvement initiatives.
Represent the People Operations department in regional meetings trainings and site visits.
Qualifications
What Youll Bring to the Role: Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field required; HR certification (PHR/SPHR SHRM-CP/SCP) preferred.
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible HR generalist experience preferably in nonprofit healthcare or human services settings.
Strong knowledge of California labor and employment law wage/hour compliance ADA FMLA and EEO.
Experience with employee relations investigations and compliance documentation.
Proficiency in HRIS systems (UKG or Paycom preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent communication analytical and organizational skills.
Ability to travel between Imperial Valley program sites and occasionally to the San Diego office.
Core Competencies
Accountability:Demonstrates integrity and ownership in all aspects of work.
Collaboration:Builds trust and fosters cooperation across departments.
Empathy:Treats all employees with fairness compassion and respect.
Adaptability:Responds effectively to evolving priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Innovation:Seeks opportunities to improve HR processes and strengthen employee experience.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This position operates in both office and program site environments. Regional travel between Imperial Valley locations is required with occasional travel to the San Diego headquarters. The role may involve occasional evening or weekend work to support orientations employee meetings or community events.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Employee Relations
- Fmla
- Employee Evaluation
- Human Resources Management
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Benefits Administration
- HRIS
- Payroll
- Employment & Labor Law
- ADP
- Human Resources
- Recruiting
