HR Generalist

We are looking for an HR Generalist for an onsite role in Burbank to support a university environment in California by helping deliver responsive, compliant, and employee-focused human resources services. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can balance day-to-day HR administration with strong partnership across employee relations, onboarding, training, and recruitment. The role will work closely with leaders and staff to promote a respectful workplace, maintain sound HR practices, and support organizational goals through effective people operations.

Responsibilities:

• Advise managers and employees on workplace matters, helping resolve concerns with fairness, consistency, and sound judgment.

• Support performance-related processes by guiding documentation, coaching conversations, corrective actions, and retention-focused follow-up.

• Participate in employee relations reviews and workplace investigations while ensuring appropriate handling of sensitive issues and policy application.

• Coordinate onboarding activities and contribute to training and career development efforts that strengthen employee engagement.

• Assist with recruiting activities such as posting openings, scheduling interviews, tracking candidate progress, and helping maintain compliant hiring practices.

• Maintain accurate personnel records, HR files, and routine reporting while safeguarding confidential employee information.

• Partner with payroll, benefits, and other internal teams to ensure smooth execution of core HR processes and employee support services.

• Monitor HR activities for alignment with federal, state, and local employment regulations as well as institutional standards.

• Contribute to special HR initiatives, process enhancements, and program implementation that improve operational effectiveness.

• Use HR systems and Microsoft Office tools to manage documentation, workflows, and reporting needs across the employee lifecycle.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of human resources experience, including work in employee relations, compliance, or general HR operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of employment law and practical HR policies and procedures.
• Experience supporting onboarding, HR administration, benefits-related coordination, and employee documentation.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively with employees and leadership.
• Ability to manage confidential information with sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism.
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications preferred.
• HR certification, such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or a comparable credential, is a plus.

Compensation

$38.00-$44.00 Hourly

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