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HR Generalist

Legacy Staffing, Bakersfield, CA, United States


About Our Client
Our client is a well-established organization with multiple affiliated companies offering a collaborative and professional work environment. They value strong employee relations, compliance, and professional development while maintaining a supportive culture that balances operational needs with employee wellbeing.

What They Bring to the Table
Our client offers a versatile and impactful HR role with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment that supports professional growth and work‑life balance.

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Generous paid time off and paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Supportive, team‑oriented culture with emphasis on collaboration and employee well‑being

What You Bring to the Table
We are seeking a Human Resources Generalist with a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field and minimum 3 years of HR Generalist experience. You will serve as the primary HR partner for a small 20‑person entity while also supporting enterprise‑wide HR initiatives across approximately 275 employees. This role requires strong autonomy, excellent employee relations skills, and the ability to handle full‑cycle HR operations in a dynamic environment. California labor law knowledge is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary HR contact for employees and leaders, managing full employee lifecycle activities including onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, and HRIS maintenance

Handle employee relations, conduct investigations, support progressive discipline, and provide coaching to managers and employees

Administer performance management processes, coordinate training programs, and support learning and development initiatives

Manage full‑cycle talent acquisition, including recruitment, screening, interviewing, and onboarding coordination

Ensure compliance with federal, state (California), and local labor laws, maintain HR policies, and support audit readiness

Conduct exit interviews, analyze retention data, and recommend initiatives to improve employee engagement and reduce turnover

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic organization where you can make a meaningful impact on both a small team and broader enterprise HR initiatives. You'll work in a supportive environment that values professionalism, confidentiality, and strategic HR contributions.

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