Human Resources (HR) Generalist

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Generalist to support core HR operations for a distributed workforce across multiple states and international locations. This Long-term Contract position is based in California and will play a key role in delivering dependable employee support while coordinating essential programs across the employment lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage several HR priorities with accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily HR activities that support employees and managers across remote, multi-state, and global teams.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollment support, changes, issue resolution, and coordination with external vendors.
• Manage 401(k) administration by tracking eligibility, supporting employee inquiries, and partnering with plan providers on routine processes.
• Coordinate leave of absence cases and ensure documentation, communication, and follow-up are handled in alignment with company policy and applicable regulations.
• Partner with payroll contacts to help ensure employee data updates, compensation changes, and related records are processed accurately and on time.
• Facilitate onboarding and offboarding activities, including new employee documentation, orientation support, separation processing, and status changes in HR systems.
• Support performance review cycles by preparing materials, tracking deadlines, and assisting managers and employees throughout the process.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee relations and general HR questions, providing timely guidance and escalating matters when appropriate.
• Maintain HR records, monitor data integrity within HRIS platforms, and assist with general HR administration, reporting, and process coordination.
• Experience working in an HR Generalist or broad human resources support role with responsibility across multiple HR functions.
• Knowledge of employee relations practices, HR administration, onboarding, benefits coordination, and HRIS data management.
• Familiarity with supporting a remote workforce across multiple states, with the ability to navigate varying employment requirements.
• Experience assisting with leave administration, payroll coordination, and employee lifecycle processes from onboarding through separation.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines with a high level of accuracy and follow-through.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to support employees, managers, payroll partners, and external service providers professionally.
• Ability to work independently, stay organized, and handle confidential information with discretion.