Human Resources (HR) Business Partner

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to provide hands-on HR support for a Contract position based in California. This role will serve as a key resource for leave administration, benefits coordination, employee records oversight, and day-to-day compliance activities during a contract coverage period. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of employee lifecycle processes and can deliver responsive, accurate support while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee employee leave programs, including protected leave, workplace accommodations, workers’ compensation coordination, and other absence-related matters from intake through resolution.
• Maintain complete and accurate leave documentation while ensuring practices align with applicable federal, state, and company requirements.
• Support benefits administration by handling enrollments, updates, and employee questions with a service-focused approach.
• Manage employee information within the HR system, including data entry, record updates, and ongoing file accuracy.
• Enter and maintain onboarding details for new hires and ensure personnel records are organized, current, and compliant.
• Prepare HR letters, forms, and other employment-related documents while safeguarding sensitive information.
• Partner with employees and supervisors to communicate leave timelines, documentation needs, and accommodation-related updates.
• Provide general HR administrative support and assist with routine tasks that help maintain smooth department operations.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of Human Resources experience, with direct exposure to leave administration, employee relations, or HR operations.
• Working knowledge of leave and accommodation practices, including FMLA, ADA, and broader leave of absence processes.
• Experience supporting benefits-related activities and responding to employee questions on coverage and changes.
• Proficiency with UKG and confidence maintaining employee records and onboarding data within an HRIS.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills paired with a customer-service mindset.
• High level of discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential employee information.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Compensation

$26.60-$30.80 Hourly

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