On-going Contract Human Resources Generalist - California

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist

Company: Deep Dive HR Consulting
Location: Remote (U.S.-based)

MUST reside in California OR Pacific Time Zone AND be familiar with California employment law. Applicants who do not meet this criteria WILL NOT be considered.

Type: Part-Time (16 hours per week)
Compensation: $35–$50 per hour

About Deep Dive HR Consulting

Deep Dive HR Consulting is a people-centered HR consulting firm that partners with organizations navigating growth, change, and evolving workforce needs. The firm provides hands-on HR support and strategic advisory services, helping clients build compliant, effective, and healthy people operations. Deep Dive HR Consulting is known for its practical approach, strong client relationships, and commitment to thoughtful, human-focused solutions.

About the Role

As a Human Resources Generalist, you will provide hands-on HR execution and advisory support to client organizations across payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, and general HR operations. This role blends tactical delivery with strategic insight, supporting both routine HR functions and complex people challenges. You will serve as a responsive HR partner, helping clients maintain compliance, strengthen processes, and support positive workplace cultures.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct bi-monthly payroll accurately and on time; prepare payroll and benefits-related reports

• Administer employee benefit enrollments, changes, and ongoing support across HRIS platforms

• Provide employee relations support using HR best practices

• Support performance management systems and feedback processes

• Ensure HR processes and documentation comply with federal, state, and local employment laws

• Develop, maintain, and improve HR policies, procedures, and workflows

• Coordinate with legal counsel and external partners as needed

• Serve as a trusted HR partner and advocate for client culture and people practices

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in Human Resources, including payroll processing and HRIS systems

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and Google Docs

• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills

• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• HRCI-PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred

• California employment laws required

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly compensation of $35–$50 per hour

• Flexible, part-time schedule (16 hours per week)

• Primarily remote work environment

• Opportunity to apply hands-on HR expertise across diverse client organizations

• Exposure to a wide range of HR challenges, best practices, and consulting experience

• Supportive, people-first consulting environment focused on growth and learning

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