Human Resources Generalist
M-F 8:30am-5:00pm - Hybrid work schedule
Salary: $28.84 - $31.25 per hour
Benefits and Perks: Supportive, fun and friendly team environment!
*** Clients/Families we serve reside in the South Los Angeles, Compton, Watts and Lynwood area.
SHIELDS’ mission is to develop, deliver and evaluate culturally sensitive, comprehensive service models that empower and advocate for high-risk families in South Los Angeles.
The Human Resources Generalist manages multiple HR functions including leave of absence and ADA accommodations, workers’ compensation, benefits and COBRA administration, and HR compliance. This role handles personnel action forms (PAFs), HRIS data entry and verification, employment verifications, benefits orientation, payroll and benefits billing coordination, OSHA and workers’ compensation reporting, and compensation and benefits surveys. The Generalist maintains job descriptions, tracks licenses and employee bonus programs, supports policy development and continuous process improvement, and ensures compliance with all federal and state employment laws while partnering with leadership and finance to support organizational goals.
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Benefits and Perks: Supportive, fun and friendly team environment!
- Competitive Wages and room for growth
- Vacation and sick leave
- Employer paid medical insurance for employee and family
- Employer paid dental, vision and life insurance
- Chiropractic services
- Retirement 403b plan and supplemental insurance benefits
- 17 paid holidays, effective upon hire
- Paid birthday holiday, effective upon hire
- Paid anniversary day off of 1-5 days per year depending on years of service
- Anniversary bonus after 5 years of service
- Winter break
- Pet Insurance
- BBS supervision, on-going clinical training and CEUs available
- Employee referral bonus
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount programs to theme parks, movies, hotels and car rentals
- Paid educational leave
- Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement
- Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
- Employee Recognition
The ideal candidate demonstrates strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are required, along with dependability, professionalism, and a commitment to safety and compliance. Candidates should have working knowledge of HR principles and practices, strong computer skills, and experience using an HRIS system is required. A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management or related field with 3–5 years of HR experience, 7 years of HR generalist experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. PHR certification is preferred.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Management or related field
- 3-5 years of HR experience or 7 years of HR generalist experience
- Working knowledge of HR principles and practices
- Strong computer skills and experience with HRIS systems
- PHR certification
What We Do
SHIELDS for Families is a private, non-profit organization providing comprehensive, collaborative, and community-based services to individuals, children, and families in South Los Angeles, focusing on areas like substance abuse treatment and child welfare.
