People + Culture Generalist

Managed Solution

. Support essential recruiting by posting approved positions, screening applicants, and coordinating interviews .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $34 - $43 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR processes including payroll administration, benefits management, and recruiting, with a strong focus on compliance with California employment laws. Proficient in HRIS and payroll systems, particularly Paylocity, while fostering employee engagement and maintaining confidentiality.

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HRIS ProficiencyMulti-State Payroll ExperienceBenefits AdministrationRecruiting and OnboardingAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Payroll AdministrationBenefits ManagementRecruitingEmployee Engagement PlanningBackground ScreeningTimekeeping ManagementProcess ImprovementCalifornia Employment LawsDocumentation ManagementEmployee Record Maintenance

Soft Skills

Professional DemeanorExceptional Attention to DetailCreativity and InitiativeExcellent Communication SkillsDiscretion Handling Sensitive Information

Tools & Technologies

PaylocityHRISEaseMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft TeamsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft Planner

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM CertificationHRCI CertificationAPHRPHRSHRM-CPPayroll CertificationFPC

Industry Keywords

Employee EngagementCOBRA NotificationsOpen EnrollmentEEO-1 ReportingCalifornia Pay Data ReportingTime-Off RequestsEmployee Feedback SurveysConfidentialityComplianceRecruiting Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support essential recruiting by posting approved positions, screening applicants, and coordinating interviews
Prepare offer letters for Director of People + Culture approval
Own pre-hire processes, including background and reference checks, and maintain contact with incoming hires
Coordinate day-one experiences, new hire HR meetings, documentation, Form I-9, and E-Verify completion
Complete HRIS profiles and train new hires on timekeeping, time-off requests, and HRIS functions
Serve as first point of contact for employee questions about policies, pay, benefits, and HR systems
Complete offboarding tasks including HRIS terminations, benefits termination, and COBRA notifications
Oversee timecard submission and review, process corrections and time-off entries, and answer timekeeping questions
Prepare payroll inputs and batches in Paylocity for Payroll Committee review and approval
Process garnishments, HSA contributions, payroll transfers, final checks, and year-end payroll activities
Prepare and submit Employee Record Change requests and maintain HRIS workflows and employee records
Distribute job descriptions and policies through HRIS workflows and track acknowledgments
Respond to tax notices, unemployment claims, and employment verification requests
Process benefits elections, qualifying life events, new hire enrollments, and payroll deduction updates through Ease and the HRIS
Support Open Enrollment, COBRA notifications, benefits meetings, and benefits issue resolution
Coordinate benefits premiums and paid time off for employees on leave
Model Company values and foster connection across office and remote teams
Plan and execute culture, engagement, recognition, virtual, and in-person events
Prepare Townhall content and logistics and draft internal communications
Support employee feedback surveys and compile results
Support ACA, EEO-1, and California Pay Data reporting
Improve Paylocity workflows, automate processes, and transition manual tracking to Microsoft Lists or Planner
Follow change-control practices, document procedures, and maintain department process documentation
Maintain task statuses, coordinate with the People + Culture team, escalate complex matters, and protect confidential information

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of HR experience at the Coordinator or Generalist level
Direct experience supporting multi-state payroll, benefits administration, and recruiting or onboarding
Professional, approachable demeanor and discretion handling sensitive information
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Working knowledge of California employment laws and regulations required
Multi-state employment experience highly desired
SHRM or HRCI certification (aPHR, PHR, or SHRM-CP) or payroll certification (such as FPC) preferred
Ability to manage competing deadlines and prioritize time-sensitive work around payroll and benefits cycles
Experience planning and executing employee engagement, culture, or recognition activities for in-person and remote audiences
Excellent verbal and written English communication and interpersonal skills
Creativity and initiative, ability to learn and follow processes, and identify and implement process improvements
Proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems required; Paylocity experience highly preferred
Experience with online benefits election tools preferred; Ease experience highly preferred
Experience with applicant tracking systems preferred
Strong proficiency in Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint required
Experience with Microsoft Planner or Lists preferred
Experience with design or presentation tools such as Canva is a plus
Ability to work primarily within core Pacific Time business hours
Ability to travel occasionally to Company offices
Availability for schedule flexibility and additional hours, including overtime, during peak periods
Background screening and reference checks required
Strict confidentiality regarding employee, payroll, and compensation information
Ability to perform essential job functions and maintain regular, punctual attendance
Ability to frequently sit and stand, manipulate objects, lift and maneuver 10-pound objects, and communicate clearly in written and spoken English

Benefits

Comp & perks

PTO – earn 80 hours lump sum year 1; 15 days accrued throughout year 2; and 20 days accrued throughout years 3+
40 hours of Sick Time per calendar year
401k eligibility after 90 days; Managed Solution matches 50% of your first 6% in contributions, starting after 90 days
7 paid holidays each year
1 Floating Holiday per Year and 2 After 5 Years of Service
Medical, Dental, Vision, including two medical plans with a $0 cost for employee-only coverage tiers
Optional Flexible Spending Account for eligible Health Care or Dependent Care costs
Telemedicine options 24/7
$100K Life/AD&D policy provided for all employees, free of charge
Employee Assistance Program including financial consultation, counseling services, 24/7 traveler’s assistance, and more
$80/Month Cell Phone + Internet Reimbursement
Time to pursue Microsoft certifications
Inclusion-focused culture and support for community/non-profit partnerships