BILINGUAL Human Resources & Payroll Generalist

BILINGUAL Human Resources & Payroll Generalist

You are  a hands-on, proactive Human Resources professional who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment. You will oversee the day-to-day HR function, including employee relations, compliance, payroll, benefits administration, onboarding, personnel records, and workplace safety. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR Generalist who enjoys wearing multiple hats, improving processes, and helping build a positive and high-performing workplace culture.

Location: Sebastopol, CA
Schedule: Full-Time | 100% On-Site
Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire
Pay Rate: $38–$45/hour

What You Will Be Doing

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, procedures, and practices.
• Maintain and update the employee handbook, HR files, and personnel records while ensuring compliance and confidentiality.
• Lead the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, employee status changes, and exit interviews.
• Support recruiting efforts by screening candidates and participating in the interview process.
• Monitor and communicate federal, state, and local employment law requirements and help ensure company compliance.
• Address employee relations concerns, resolve workplace issues, and help minimize HR-related risk.
• Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll, including PTO, 401(k) contributions, wage garnishments, and HSA/FSA deductions.
• Maintain accurate compensation, salary, and wage records and coordinate participation in industry salary surveys.
• Manage benefits administration, including renewals, eligibility, enrollment, deductions, contributions, and regular audits.
• Coordinate year-end payroll and 401(k) reporting, census submissions, and audits.
• Lead the company safety committee and support OSHA compliance across departments.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims, filings, and workplace injury investigations.
• Foster a positive, professional, and collaborative workplace culture aligned with the company’s values and goals.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; equivalent experience or HR certification will also be considered.
• Fluency in Spanish is required.
• Hands-on payroll processing experience, including experience managing payroll for a workforce of up to approximately 100 employees.
• Experience in the wine industry is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, payroll, benefits, compensation, employee relations, and risk management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS/payroll systems; IBS experience is a plus.
• Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, compassionate, and approachable communication style. 

For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you.

We are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success.

To learn more about our workplace culture and the position, please apply!

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