Human Resources Manager (Contract)

Job Description

Responsibilities - HR Operations & Compliance

Administer and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, with emphasis on California regulations (wage and hour, leave laws, meal/rest periods, classification, etc.). 

Execute and manage California Alternate Work Schedule (AWS) processes, including documentation, opt-in tracking, election requirements, and compliance monitoring. 

Handle employee relations matters, conduct investigations, and prepare documentation for corrective actions and terminations. 

Update and distribute HR policies, procedures, and handbook revisions. 

Support audits and compliance reporting as needed. 

Responsibilities - Workforce Planning & Organizational Support

Maintain workforce data including headcount tracking, utilization reports, and position control. 

Support leadership with workforce planning data and reporting. 

Assist in updating job descriptions and organizational charts. 

Track workforce metrics and provide operational reports to leadership. 

Responsibilities - HR Systems & Reporting

Serve as primary HRIS administrator for ADP Workforce Now (or similar ADP platform). 

Maintain data accuracy within ADP including job changes, status updates, and reporting fields. 

Generate regular and ad hoc HR reports (headcount, turnover, leave tracking, compliance metrics). 

Utilize project management tools (e.g., Asana, Monday.com, Smartsheet, Jira) to track HR initiatives and deadlines. 

Identify and recommend process improvements within HR systems to enhance operational efficiency. 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. 

5+ years of hands-on HR experience. 

Strong working knowledge of California employment law. 

Experience administering Alternate Work Schedules (AWS). 

Experience supporting competency-based performance management. 

Experience coordinating or administering 9-Box talent review processes. 

Advanced proficiency in ADP (Workforce Now preferred). 

Strong HRIS data management and reporting skills. 

Experience in nonprofit and/or startup environments. 

Strong documentation, organization, and execution skills. 

Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail. 

Preferred Qualifications

PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification. 

Experience supporting multi-state organizations.