Human Resources Generalist
San Jose, CA - USA
Job Summary
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Position Summary
The Human Resources Generalist supports day-to-day HR operations with a focus on HR systems management payroll processing benefits administration and employee lifecycle support. This role supports and ensures accurate compliant and efficient HR processes while delivering a high level of service.
Key Responsibilities
HR Operations & HRIS
- Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS (e.g. Paycom) ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Process employee changes including hires terminations compensation updates and job changes
- Compile and maintain HR data including headcount retention turnover and compensation
- Generate regular and ad hoc HR reports
- Perform regular audits of HR data to ensure compliance and data integrity
- Maintain organized and confidential employee records
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency
- Support HR projects and other duties as needed
Payroll Support
- Administer payroll processing to ensure accurate and timely employee payments each pay period
- Enter and maintain payroll data including wages stipends time worked leave and employee changes
- Review payroll reports and resolve discrepancies prior to payroll submission
- Assist with payroll reconciliations and documentation
Benefits & 401(k) Administration
- Administer day-to-day benefits activities including enrollments changes and employee support
- Assist with open enrollment logistics
- Process 401(k) updates including employee deferrals and eligibility changes
Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
- Manage job postings and track applicants through the hiring process
- Coordinate candidate communications
- Conduct reference and background checks
- Facilitate new hire onboarding including documentation and training coordination
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field
- 35 years of HR experience preferably in a generalist or HR operations role
- Experience supporting payroll processes and HRIS systems (Paycom ADP Paylocity or similar)
- Exposure to benefits administration and/or 401(k) processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and HR systems
- Working knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance
- Previous experience in a school or educational setting HR department is preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organization and time management
- Clear and professional communication skills
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- High level of discretion and professionalism