Human Resources Generalist
The HR Generalist is a newly created position that will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities, helping the organization to plan and administer important functions to include but not limited to staffing, HR administration, employee relations, training and development, compliance, process development and compensations and benefits. The HR Generalist will serve as the organization’s lead on human resources and support the implementation of the organization’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion Principles. Success in the Human Resources Generalist role will require deep commitment to working in collaborative ways, attending to relationships, process and results, and advancing racial justice in alignment with CA FarmLink’s mission, vision and values.
Compensation and Benefits Administration
- Evaluate and recommend improvements to existing salary structure that supports the organization’s needs and is responsive to changing conditions
- Participate in salary and market surveys
- Implement approved compensation changes
- Monitor employee compensation, alerting management of any potential issues
- Conduct FLSA analysis and maintain appropriate documentation
- Assists in incentive plan administration
- Employee benefit planning, selection and administration
- Work closely with benefits broker and senior management to design the benefit plans
Employee Relations
- Recommends and monitors performance evaluation, employee recognition and other similar programs and suggests revisions as necessary
- Acts as a resource to management on ongoing performance management
- Make and assist in implementing recommendations to address employee performance
- Develops and delivers programs, such as new employee orientation, interview and selection training, anti-harassment training and benefits open enrollment
- Investigate and recommend solutions for employee issues which may include harassment, discrimination and other workplace concerns
- Earn trust across a range of levels and disciplines to establish yourself and the team as a trusted DEI Subject Matter Expert
- Administer leaves of absence, workers’ compensation and unemployment claim programs
Employee Administration
- Performs or assists with all administration required to on-board and off-board employees
- Work closely with other departments to ensure that new team members have all tools and resources required to be effective
- Protect the organization by ensuring that former employees’ access is removed and equipment is returned
- Maintains company organization charts and employee directory
- Maintain all employee and compliance records and reporting
Staffing and Employment
- Assists in creating annual staffing plan
- Posts jobs to various job boards and company specific networks
- Work with management to select and place new employees
- Creates complete and compliant job descriptions
- Works closely with hiring managers to create and deliver employment offers
- Establishes and maintains HR and staffing activity records, statistics and reports
Training and Development
- Ensure employees receive required training
- Serve as an internal resource to assist employees and managers in meeting employee development needs and when appropriate may use outside resources
- Provide guidance to management for developing professional & managerial talent, soliciting advice from outside consultants as appropriate
Compliance and Policy Development
- Develops, recommends, and implements HR procedures
- May recommend and implement HR policies. Consults with senior management and outside counsel and consultants to develop HR policies.
- Prepares and maintains handbook on policies and procedures
- Ensures that the organization is compliant with all HR related regulation
- Act as a resource to managers and employees regarding employment regulations and best practices
Completes special projects and other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent
- 5 + years’ experience in an HR generalist role in a small to medium size company
- 5 + years’ of HR experience supporting California based employees
- Experience developing and implementing HR programs
- Demonstrated knowledge of State and Federal employment laws and practices, and DEI principles.
- Professional demeanor, with the ability to develop and maintain rapport with a diverse group of people with respect to age, race, ethnicity, gender orientation, socio-economic status, nationality, religion and culture.
- Experience developing and implementing DEI principles to support a diverse and inclusive work environment.
- Solutions-oriented mindset and ability to take initiative.
- Must be organized, maintaining a sense of urgency, while being detail-oriented
- Ability to multitask, prioritize work, handle interruptions, and meet deadlines
- Strong customer service skills, being empathetic and firm when communicating
- Ability and desire to work independently
- Ability to balance competing priorities
- Must be able to keep confidential information
- Strong proficiency with Google Suite, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) required.
- Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems and HR databases
Physical Requirements:
- Frequent sitting, keyboarding, standing, walking.
- Work may require extended time on the telephone or conducting one on one or small group meetings.
- Occasional presentations to large groups (20+) may be required.
- PHR or SHRM-CP is a plus
California FarmLink offers a generous benefits plan, including health insurance after 30-60 days (depending on start date), employer contribution to 403b retirement plan, paid vacation, and a family-friendly and flexible work environment. California FarmLink maintains a drug-free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates that represent the diversity of the communities we serve, and strongly encourage you to apply.
Please use subject line “Human Resources Generalist” and email a thoughtful cover letter explaining your interest in the position and organization, along with your resume to:
humanresources@cafarmlink.org. No phone calls please.
Posted: 4/26/2024
For more info, and to learn about California FarmLink’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: https://www.californiafarmlink.org/about-us/our-values#dei-principles
The California FarmLink invests in the prosperity and well-being of farmers, ranchers, and fishers who have limited access to financial resources. FarmLink envisions a healthy food system where farmers and ranchers have opportunities to build wealth and conserve natural resources. We strive for equitable access to opportunity, resilient working landscapes, fairness and accountability, and learning from small farmers and ranchers from all walks of life. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), FarmLink has established one of the nation’s most robust economic engines to support farmers of color and invest in the success of small farms, ranches, and fishing businesses in California.
FarmLink is a growing, fast-paced organization made up of energetic professionals dedicated to making change in their communities. We strive to foster a collaborative, team-oriented workplace that supports innovative and entrepreneurial approaches to small business development. FarmLink seeks people inspired by a passion for issues of sustainability, regenerative agriculture, and social equity in California agriculture.
We believe that in order to advance a vision for a more inclusive, equitable food and farming system, we must likewise strive for a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that is supportive, transparent, and positive. We value curiosity, open communication, collaboration, and continuous learning from each other and the clients we serve. Each new addition to our team is a valued opportunity to bring new perspectives and approaches to meeting our mission, and we intentionally seek professionals with diverse life experiences that bring new points of view to help improve our services to the community. All Board and staff members abide by and practice our Values and DEI Principles in their daily work.
