HR Generalist (Part-Time)
Approximately 20 hours per week | Remote | Flexible schedule within U.S. California Time Zone

Overview
We are seeking a knowledgeable, proactive, and hands-on HR Generalist to support our growing team on a part-time basis (approximately 20 hours per week). The ideal candidate will be experienced in managing day-to-day HR operations, supporting recruitment and onboarding, handling employee relations, and contributing to policy development and compliance efforts.

This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys building scalable HR processes and thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. The position offers flexibility, with work hours scheduled within the U.S. California time zone.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure company HR practices and processes align with federal, state, and local employment requirements.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and documentation.

• Administer HR policies and recommend updates for compliance and efficiency.

• Support payroll administration in coordination with internal teams or external providers.

• Manage leave of absence requests (FMLA, state-specific leaves, PTO, accommodations).

• Oversee compliance-related training requirements (harassment prevention, safety, etc.).

2. Recruitment & Hiring

• Lead full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, sourcing, screening, and interview coordination.

• Collaborate with hiring managers to clarify role requirements and selection criteria.

• Conduct reference checks, manage background check processes, and facilitate offers.

• Ensure a consistent, compliant, and positive hiring experience.

3. Onboarding & Offboarding

• Manage onboarding logistics such as documentation, systems access, benefits enrollment, and orientation.

• Develop and refine onboarding processes, including a structured playbook for U.S. full-time and offshore part-time employees.

• Support offboarding tasks including exit interviews, documentation, and system access updates.

4. Employee Relations & Support

• Act as a reliable resource for employee inquiries, guidance, and HR support.

• Assist managers with performance management, coaching, and employee relations matters.

• Help promote a positive, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture.

• Provide conflict resolution support with professionalism and discretion.

5. Benefits Administration

• Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and employee inquiries.

• Support annual open enrollment processes and coordinate with benefits providers.

• Maintain compliance with applicable benefits regulations (ACA, ERISA, COBRA, etc.).

6. Policy Development & HR Projects

• Help draft, update, and implement HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook content.

• Support HR initiatives such as performance review cycles, compensation updates, engagement initiatives, and culture-building activities.

• Contribute to HR reporting, metrics, and ongoing process improvements.

 

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of HR Generalist experience, preferably in a multi-state environment.

• Experience supporting remote or distributed teams is a plus.

• Familiarity with HR systems and tools (e.g., TriNet, PurelyHR, payroll platforms).

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.

• High level of confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion.

• Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and respond proactively to team needs.

• PHR or SHRM-CP certification a plus, but not required.

Good to Have (Not Required):

• Knowledge of U.S. employment regulations, particularly California and Minnesota employment law and compliance.

Attributes for Success

• Proactive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable owning HR processes from end to end.

• Strong judgment with the ability to provide practical and grounded HR guidance.

• Empathetic, approachable, and able to build trust with team members at all levels.

• Highly organized and capable of improving processes and workflows.

• Comfortable working in a part-time capacity and managing workload efficiently within California time zone hours.