Serve as the operational leader of the Human Resources department.
Partner with the Directors of Operations and executive leadership team to align Human Resources strategies with organizational goals, workforce planning initiatives, and organizational growth strategies.
Lead, mentor, coach, and develop Human Resources team members while fostering accountability, responsiveness, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Establish departmental goals, performance expectations, KPIs, and operational standards.
Provide guidance and support regarding employee relations matters, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, corrective actions, and performance concerns.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and healthcare-specific employment laws and regulations.
Develop, implement, and maintain Human Resources policies, procedures, and operational best practices.
Serve as a trusted advisor to organizational leadership on workforce matters and employment-related risks.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field required.
Minimum seven (7) years of progressive Human Resources experience.
Minimum three (3) years of direct leadership experience managing Human Resources professionals.
Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred.
Startup or high-growth company experience required.
Professional HR certification required (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or equivalent).
Strong knowledge of California employment law, wage and hour regulations, ADA, FMLA/CFRA, leave administration, employee relations, and compliance requirements.
Experience with Paycom or comparable HRIS systems.
Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems, performance management platforms, and learning management systems.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
Valid California Driver's License, reliable transportation, and ability to travel as needed.
Benefits
160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
12 Paid Holidays, including Birthday Holiday
One Floating Holiday after one year of employment
Four (4) Paid Volunteer Hours per Month
Bereavement Leave, including Pet Bereavement Leave
90% Employer-Paid Employee-Only Medical Coverage
Dental and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and AD&D Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) with Company Match
Monthly Stipend
Professional Development Opportunities
Career Advancement and Internal Growth Opportunities
Hybrid Work Environment
Quarterly In-Person Team and Company Events
Employee Discount Programs through Great Work Perks and Perks at Work