Modern HR is one of the largest, independently owned, Human Resources Consulting, Outsourcing and PEO firms in California. For more than thirty years, we have assisted employers with the complex and high end functions relating to their Human Resources.

We are currently seeking a full time skilled, reliable HR Generalist to provide support, training, and coaching in any human resources related matters for our clients.

This position reports to our office in Burbank, CA. No remote work available. 

What We Offer:

• Salary negotiable based on experience ( 70k - 73K annually)
• We offer a  rich benefits package including immediate contribution and matching percentage to 401K as well as several medical plans to choose from, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. 

What You Will Do:

• Serve as the principal liaison for multi-location management and employees regarding HR related matters.
• Provide human resources services regarding employee relations and employee grievances to include practical experience managing the claims from initiation to disposition and give final recommendations to managers/owners/stakeholders.
• Develop human resources solutions by collecting and analyzing information; recommending courses of action.
• Guide clients through compensation management, records management, employee relations and retention strategies, leaves management (FMLA/CFRA/DFEH/ADA) and on/off-boarding of employees.
• Manage litigations/depositions and work with state agencies such as EEOC, ADA, DFEH regarding any claims.
• Stay updated and have solid knowledge of Federal, California, and local legislation and compliance, wage and hour law; conflict resolution best practices; performance evaluation best practices; proper way to conduct investigations and etc.
• Improve manager and employee performance by identifying and clarifying problems; evaluating potential solutions; implementing selected solution; coaching and counseling managers and employees.
• Employee relations (benefits administration, oversee various leaves of absence, initiate disciplinary action(s), etc.
• Personnel file and records maintenance; use of timekeeping system; payroll; new hire orientation(s); update and present changes to HR policies and procedures; employee performance reviews.
• Analyze wage/salary reports and formulate competitive compensation plan.
• Work closely with Modern HRs leadership team regarding the execution of any company policies and procedures.
• Some travel across is required for on-site client visits.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by Director/Executive Team.

What You'll Bring:

• At least 2 years of experience as HR Generalist; experience with employee relations, performance management, terminations, investigations, litigations, and disciplinary counseling required.
• Experience working for PEO/HRO preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish preferred but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel and other related HRIS software required. Experience working with iSolved HRIS preferred.
• Ability to work in the office out of our Burbank location and occasional travel to clients.

Please note: Due to the high volume of received applications, if you are invited for an interview, we will be sure to contact you. We kindly ask you that you do not call directly about this job position

Modern HR is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability or perceived disability, and per the Fair Chance Ordinance will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the ordinance.

To all recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.