People & Culture Coordinator

“Every person deserves compassion, dignity, and the safety of a place to call home.”

Homelessness is the largest social and public health crisis in California. Illumination Foundation (IF) is a growing non-profit organization dedicated towards disrupting the cycle of homelessness by providing targeted, interdisciplinary services in our recuperative care centers, emergency shelters, housing services and children's and family programs. IF currently has 13+ facilities with 22+ micro-communities scattered across Orange County, Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire.

Job Description
The People & Culture Coordinator is responsible for supporting day-to-day HR operations, recordkeeping, training coordination, and HRIS administration to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all routine People & Culture functions. This position serves as a key support role to the People & Culture team by maintaining employee records, supporting compliance efforts, and assisting with employee lifecycle processes while delivering a high level of service to internal stakeholders. The pay rate for this role is

$25-$32

per hour. Schedule is

Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm.

Responsibilities

Perform routine tasks required to support the administration of human resource programs including benefits, leave, performance management, and training and development

Complete tasks within the requisition, pre-employment, onboarding, and offboarding processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of employee data

Support HRIS data integrity by reviewing employee records for accuracy and coordinating updates related to benefits, status changes, and personnel actions

Maintain and update HRIS records, run standard reports, and support system audits to ensure data accuracy and compliance

Ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable federal and California employment laws through accurate documentation and recordkeeping practices

Maintain personnel, medical, and other confidential employee files in accordance with record retention requirements

Assist with coordination and tracking of required training and manage training workflows within HRIS systems

Respond to employment verification requests and other standard HR inquiries

Serve as a first point of contact for employee inquiries, providing timely and accurate information and escalating complex matters as appropriate

Collaborate with managers and leadership to support HR initiatives and ensure consistent application of policies and procedures

Expectations

We uphold the values of Community, Action, Respect, and Empowerment in all aspects of our work.

Community

We lead with the vision of a strengthened and compassionate community for all. By embodying collective care, we serve as an example of what is possible when we come together.

Action

Our “whatever it takes” mindset drives us forward. We take initiative, step in where others have stepped out, and create solutions when none exist.

Respect

We deeply value the dignity and uniqueness of every individual we serve. We honor their stories, their journeys, and their right to be seen and heard.

Empowerment

We heal—always. Our work enables clients to grow stronger in health, confidence, and belief in their potential as they move forward on their life journey.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 1 year of relevant HR administrative or coordinator experience

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google Suite

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Experience working in a nonprofit environment

Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., UKG or similar platforms)

Working knowledge of California employment practices and compliance requirements

Benefits

Medical Insurance funded up to 91% by Illumination Foundation (Kaiser and Blue Shield), depending on the plan

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance funded 100% by Illumination Foundation

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Reimbursement

401K with Company Matching

10days vacation PTO/year

6 days sick PTO/year

10 days holiday PTO/year

Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSFL) for federally qualified loans

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