HR Generalist Jobs in San Diego, 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 (HR) Specialist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 hour ago

The Team and the Role INDUS is a 100% employee-owned, customer-focused government services provider with expertise in Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Program/Financial...

HR Associate

  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Knowledge of employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance with HR practices. Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in data management and record-keeping....

Human Resource Generalist (Contract)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 hours ago

content and templates in SharePoint Who You Are: A mid-level HR Generalist with a track record of thriving in small, fast-paced environments Comfortable with ambiguity and proactive in building structure...

Benefits Representative

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Benefit Representative - Commercial Benefits About the Role: We are seeking detail-oriented and quality-focused Benefit Representatives to join our San Diego Commercial Service Center team. In...

Senior HR Experience Partner (HR Generalist)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Evolves or builds solutions for scale, standardizing and automating where possible. 7+ years of HR generalist or relevant experience BA (or country equivalent) or work experience equivalent...

Human Resources Generalist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

HR Generalist (Temporary) Location: Rancho Bernardo, CA (Hybrid - 3-4 days onsite per week) Rate: $45-$55/hr....

Sr. Human Resources Specialist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Tracks, maintains and manages all items related to Leave of Absences for FMLA, CFRA, ADA, PDL Working knowledge of all employee related benefit programs Assists with the Open Enrollment process Develop...

Human Resource Specialist (Remote/Virtual)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

The HR Specialist plays a critical role in driving positive workplace culture, ensuring compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations, and providing excellent service to internal stakeholders...

Remote Work

Human Resources Specialist, Senior

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Human Resources Specialist, Senior Human Resources Specialist, Senior Location: SAN DIEGO, CA, United States Job Family : Human Resources Job Type : Regular Posted : Apr 23, 2025 Job ID: 56496 Job...

Human Resources Generalist @ San Diego Convention Center

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago

law and policy compliance, labor relations, recruitment, on-boarding, training and workforce management....

Senior HR Generalist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago

Maintain knowledge of employment laws, policies, and regulations and ensure compliance with policies and practices. Performs other duties as assigned....

Field HR Generalist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 days ago

management, employment law, policy interpretations, talent acquisition, HRIS/HCM, payroll administration, compensation and benefits, leave management); or the equivalent combination of education, training...

Human Resources Generalist

  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 10 days ago

The Human Resources Generalist will play a key role in supporting various HR functions and initiatives within the organization. Responsibilities: Assist in recruitment efforts by coordinating job...

Human Resources Generalist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago

law and policy compliance, labor relations, recruitment, on-boarding, training and workforce management....

Human Resources Generalist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago

About YOU 3+ years in an exempt-level HR generalist role supporting a region or division of 300+ employees. Mastery of Federal and State employment law for the region/state of oversight....

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HR Generalist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for HR Generalist Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Highest Education Level

HR Generalists in San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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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