HR Generalist Jobs in Pasadena, CA

A Human Resources (HR) Generalist is a professional who manages the day-to-day operations of human resource functions and duties. They carry a wide range of responsibilities, including recruitment and selection, onboarding new hires, providing training and development opportunities, managing compensation and benefits, ensuring legal compliance, and handling employee relations matters. They also play a crucial role in developing and implementing HR policies and systems that align with the company's strategy. They act as a bridge between management and employees, ensuring smooth communication and promptly addressing demands, grievances or other issues.

Key skills needed for an HR Generalist include strong interpersonal and communication skills, problem-solving abilities, decision-making skills, and proficiency in HRIS and related software. Professional certifications such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) are valuable additions to their profile. Prior to becoming an HR Generalist, individuals often gain experience in roles such as HR Assistant, HR Coordinator, or Recruitment Specialist. These roles allow them to understand the functioning of a HR department and develop necessary skills before moving into a Generalist position.

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Human Resources Specialist

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Human Resources Specialist Job Description / Essential Elements: Human Resources Specialist Salary: $68,518.00 - $93,359.00 Annually Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 25-059 Closing: 5/14/2025 4:00...

HR Specialist

  • Carson, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Carson, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Reports To: Human Resources Manager Position Summary The Human Resources Generalist will provide administrative and operational support to the Human...

Virtual Benefits Representative

  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Virtual Benefits Representative AOGlobe Long Beach, California Our Virtual team is looking to bring on a Sales Rep where you will significantly impact the lives of working class individuals...

Human Resource Specialist

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Human Resource Specialist Italuce Corp. Van Nuys, CA Full-time Human Resources Posted on April 27, 2025 Human Resource Specialist. Bachelor degree. Handle employee relations. Italuce Corp. 7857...

Site HR Partner

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Understand and mitigate corporate risk associated with relevant employment laws/policies....

Human Resources Specialist

  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Description Human Resources Specialist OPEN RECRUITMENT 12-MONTH ELIGIBILITY LIST $68,518 - $93,359 ANNUALLY CURRENT VACANCY: 100%, 12 MONTHS This recruitment will be used to fill all current and...

Parking Representative - HR USE ONLY

  • Buena Park, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Parking Representative - HR USE ONLY University of California Davis, United States about 6 hours ago Location: Buena Park, CALIFORNIA Job Type: FullTime Skip to Main Content Press Control+M to...

Talent Acquisition Specialist, Human Resource

  • Glendale, CA (8 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (8 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 4 days ago

About the Role: The Talent Acquisition Specialist in the Health Care Services industry plays a crucial role in identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent to meet the organization's staffing...

LOA Specialist - HR

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 4 days ago

If you are interested apply online and send your resume to ... POSITION SUMMARY The Leave of Absence (LOA) Specialist will be responsible for the day to day of LOA administration for intermittent,...

HR Generalist

  • Westchester, CA (20 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Westchester, CA (20 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 4 days ago

the manufacturing space who is seeking a Bilingual HR Generalist to support day-to-day HR administrative functions....

Senior HR Generalist

  • Fullerton, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA (23 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Ability to update data in Human Resources Information Systems in conjunction with Shared Services....

Human Resources Generalist - SoFi Stadium

  • Inglewood, CA (18 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Inglewood, CA (18 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 5 days ago

THE ROLE The HR Generalist is an integral part of delivering our promise to our guests....

HR Specialist & Brand Designer

  • City of Industry, CA (11 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • City of Industry, CA (11 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago

HR Specialist & Brand Designer Job Employer Name: Linxbot Inc.SpiderID: 13790051 Location: City of Industry, CaliforniaDate Posted: 7/14/2024 Wage: See DescriptionCategory: Multiple Job Offering...

Human Resources Generalist

  • North Hills, CA (20 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • North Hills, CA (20 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The HR Generalist has primary responsibility for ensuring that personnel files and records are accurate, complete, and current....

Bilingual Spanish Human Resources Generalist

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Additional Skills Spanish, HR Generalist...

Demographic Data for Pasadena, CA

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HR Generalist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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HR professionals look after the greatest creators of value (and risk) in organisations: their people. On this five-week course, youll be introduced to the practice of HR, and develop essential...
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General Practitioner (GP) roles are changing and so is the scope of professional skills needed for clinical practice. Healthcare professionals are more often confronted with complex problems,...
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HR Generalist Mastery: The Ultimate HR Generalist TrainingMaster HR Generalist Responsibilities, HR Strategy, Talent Management, Recruitment, Performance Management, and HR AnalyticsThe HR...

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Salary for HR Generalist Jobs in Pasadena, CA

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Highest Education Level

HR Generalists in Pasadena, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.4%
Master's Degree
28.6%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Generalists in Pasadena, CA
4-6 years
50.9%
1-2 years
30.0%
2-4 years
7.8%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
6-8 years
4.6%
None
1.6%
10+ years
0.5%



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