# HR Generalist

> Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis · Fullerton, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-05-29

**Salary:** USD 74,000–78,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Administrative

## Description

**Human Resources Generalist**

**Fullerton, CA (On-Site)**

Monday – Friday | Full-Time | Exempt

**Salary: $74,000 – $78,000 annually (DOE)**

### **Join Our Team!**

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented **Human Resources Generalist** to join our dynamic HR team at IABA. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping HR operations while working closely with Service and Operational Directors to drive organizational goals and measurable results.

This position is fully on-site at our Fullerton, CA office. Remote or hybrid work is not available.

### **Position Summary:**

The HR Generalist understands the high level of professionalism and confidentiality required in HR and payroll operations. This role requires knowledge, experience, and initiative to support a wide range of HR functions in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The ideal candidate will interact directly with leadership, support employee relations, ensure compliance, and contribute to a positive and productive workplace culture.

### Responsibilities:

### **HR Operations & Administration**

-   Manage day-to-day HR functions, including employee records and HRIS data accuracy
-   Assist with audits, file cleanup projects, and documentation management
-   Maintain digital and physical employee and termination files
-   Ensure all employee paperwork is completed, filed, and compliant

### **Benefits & Leave Administration**

-   Administer employee benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
-   Manage LOA, FMLA, and Workers’ Compensation processes
-   Audit employee eligibility and provide benefits-related support

### **Compliance & Reporting**

-   Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws (including DLSE regulations)
-   Prepare reports and respond to EDD/DLSE claims
-   Maintain compliance postings and documentation

### **Employee Relations & Performance Management**

-   Address employee concerns and support conflict resolution
-   Conduct investigations, coaching sessions, and termination meetings
-   Ensure performance reviews are completed on schedule
-   Partner with Directors to implement HR policies and procedures

### **Communication & Culture**

-   Respond to HR inquiries within 24–48 hours
-   Send company-wide communications (policy updates, reminders, announcements)
-   Promote a positive workplace culture and high employee morale
-   Participate in company events and team initiatives

### **Recruiting & Onboarding Support**

-   Assist with resume screening, phone interviews, and scheduling interviews
-   Conduct reference checks and support hiring decisions
-   Send offer letters and candidate communications in a timely manner
-   Ensure completion of new hire onboarding documentation
-   Support job postings and maintain relationships with platforms like Indeed

## Requirements

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

-   2–3+ years of HR Generalist experience (LOA/FMLA strongly preferred)

-   Strong knowledge of HR laws, payroll regulations, and best practices

-   Experience with HRIS/payroll systems (ADP preferred; Dayforce a plus)

-   Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and tools like Trello or Workable

-   Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management skills

-   Excellent written and verbal communication skills

-   Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times

-   Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail
-   Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer
-   Ability to lift up to 15 pounds as needed
-   Ability to move throughout the office (walking, standing, bending, kneeling)

## Benefits

-   Salary: $74,000 - $78,000 annually DOE
-   Medical insurance
-   Dental insurance
-   Employee assistance program
-   Health insurance
-   Life insurance
-   Paid time off
-   Holiday pay
-   Vision insurance

## Apply

[Apply at Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis](https://apply.workable.com/institute-for-applied-behavior-analysis/j/C1DEAC6B1D/apply)

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