Human Resources Generalist
Glen Ellen, California | Full-Time Permanent | $80,000.00 - $100,000.00
October 14, 2026 | Job ID: 2191124
Job Summary
HR Generalist
Salary: $80,000–$100,000 annually
Location: Glen Ellen
About the Opportunity
Make an impact across the employee experience—from a candidate’s first conversation to a new hire’s first day and beyond. We’re looking for a proactive, people-focused HR Generalist who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, and keeping HR operations running smoothly.In this role, you’ll be a trusted resource for employees and managers, lead recruitment and onboarding activities, and partner with our third-party HR team to support payroll, benefits, and employee transitions. If you thrive on variety and take pride in making work better for others, we’d love to connect.
What You’ll Do
Recruitment & Onboarding
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Manage full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, offer letters, and background checks as needed.
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Create a welcoming, organized onboarding experience for new employees.
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Help develop and update job descriptions.
Employee Relations
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Serve as the first point of contact for employees and managers on HR questions.
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Help address employee concerns, resolve workplace issues, and support conflict mediation.
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Partner with managers and the third-party HR team on sensitive employee matters with discretion and sound judgment.
HR Operations & Benefits
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Help employees understand their benefits and navigate HR and payroll systems.
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Support benefits administration, leave programs, and employee offboarding.
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Maintain accurate, confidential employee records.
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Prepare HR documentation, including offer letters, employee notices, and compensation updates.
Payroll Support
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Partner with the third-party HR team to support accurate, timely payroll processing.
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Review time records and coordinate corrections for missed punches.
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Confirm time-off requests are entered and approved.
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Gather commission, tip, and bonus reports for payroll.
What You Bring
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Knowledge of HR administration and employee support practices.
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Clear, professional verbal and written communication.
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Strong computer skills and comfort working with HR and payroll systems; Paychex experience is preferred.
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A resourceful approach to problem-solving and sound judgment.
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Empathy, discretion, and the ability to build trust across teams.
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Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
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The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
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401(k)
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Health insurance
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Dental insurance
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Health savings account
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Paid time off
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Sr. Recruiting Manager
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Company Description
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.
Pay & Benefits Transparency
Nelson Connects provides compensation ranges for all job postings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws. The compensation range listed represents a good faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting for the specific position and work location, or locations where the role may be performed.
Eligible temporary associates may have access to medical, dental, vision, HSA, EAP, life/AD&D, short-term disability, 401(k) retirement plan options, commuter benefits, paid sick leave where mandated, and other state or locally required benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.
Where applicable, postings will describe any additional benefits, paid leave, bonus or incentive opportunities, commissions, and other forms of compensation specific to that position. Actual compensation offered may vary based on skills, experience, worksite location, shift, and other legitimate business factors.
Fair Chance Hiring
Nelson Connects will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local fair chance and ban-the-box laws.
Temporary Assignment Disclosure
For temporary or temporary-to-hire assignments, the job posting will identify the worksite location, anticipated schedule, pay rate or range, nature of the assignment, and other information required under applicable state or local law.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodation
Nelson Connects is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law.
At Nelson Connects, we welcome applicants of all abilities and are committed to ensuring that every aspect of our hiring and interview process is accessible and supportive. If you require a reasonable accommodation to assist in your job search or application process, please contact us at peopleoperations@nelsonconnects.com for assistance.
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