HR Manager

Join our dynamic team at Skywalker Properties as an HR Manager, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our workplace culture and enhancing employee experiences! Reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer, you’ll be at the heart of our people operations, working collaboratively with managers and staff to recruit, develop, and retain top talent.

As our HR Manager, you will lead the charge in recruitment and onboarding, ensuring every new hire feels welcomed and valued from day one. You’ll manage the employee lifecycle, from performance management to exit interviews, fostering a culture of engagement and recognition. Your expertise will help us create a vibrant, inclusive environment that supports our diverse workforce. If you're passionate about people and eager to help us build an exceptional workplace, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

1. Recruitment: Manages recruitment and orientation in conjunction with hiring managers; Assists in continual job analysis to maintain updated job descriptions and ensure hiring process reflects best practices; Assists with creation of offer letters; Runs background checks and identity verifications.
2. HR Process & Systems Management: Manages onboarding employment processes including orientation, paperwork flow, database creation of personnel files and record entries, and status communications with management; Manages and supports in the exit process including conducting exit interviews, creating exit folders for outgoing employees including paperwork preparation and dissemination, and ensuring paperwork is filed in personnel file; Administers day-to-day personnel and status changes (update information and communicate); Responsible for developing and updating company-wide intranet; Administers reports and weekly updates; Ensures payroll receives paperwork in a timely manner.
3. Talent Management: Participates in developing and administering performance management and pay-for-performance programs; Performance Review facilitation and tracking; Assists with development and execution of training for diverse workforce groups; Assists with events, employee recognition, and incentive programs; Serves as employee contact for employee relations questions and information requests on a day-to-day basis; Manages employee leaves according to leave laws (FMLA, PFL parenting, etc.) and works closely with EDD and payroll to create schedules and ensure employees are paid correctly; Accurately maintains employees’ electronic personnel files; Responds to and evaluates employee relations concerns with support of HR Team and Legal as needed; Maintains a strong understanding of employee handbooks to interpret situations best, make decisions while using independent judgment and advising employees as appropriate; Audits data across multiple systems to ensure accuracy; Serves as backup to Payroll & Benefits Manager for Paylocity system expertise and processing as needed; Manages special projects as requested by CHRO.

Qualifications/Requirements

1. 3-5 years of experience in human resources with a minimum of two years working in a California-based company, hospitality experience preferred.
2. Must be located within commuting distance from San Francisco & San Rafael with reliable means of transportation.
3. Experience with Paylocity or similar HRIS/payroll platform.
4. Experience working in a high-paced environment with high attention to detail.
5. Excellent customer service skills and attitude.
6. Excellent computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, and database knowledge required.
7. Business & Industry understanding in order to effectively execute all areas of responsibility.
8. Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, especially with regard to electronic systems and software.
9. Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations effectively and professionally.
10. Possesses a strong self-directed work ethic.
11. Ability to communicate with all levels of employees and understand cultural differences.
12. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written).
13. Proven ability to think critically and anticipate potential situations.
14. Proven ability to interact effectively with all departments and across and outside the organization.
15. Experience with processing payroll is a plus.

Benefits

1. Medical/Dental/Vision with Generous Cost Sharing.
2. Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Policy.
3. Flexible Spending Account.
4. 401k with Company Match.
5. Family Care with Urbansitter membership.
6. Generous PTO Policy.
7. Education/Tuition Reimbursement.
8. Yearly Performance Review.
9. Discretionary Bonus Opportunity.
10. Compensation range: $125-130k.