HR Generalist at Lowney Architecture

Oakland, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Mar, 26

Salary

95000.0

Posted On

10 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HR Operations, Recruiting Coordination, Onboarding, Offboarding, Employee Relations, Compliance, Documentation, Payroll, Benefits Administration, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Time Management, HRIS Systems, ATS Platforms, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace

Industry

Architecture and Planning

Description

The HR Generalist is a critical operational partner supporting Lowney Architecture in California and Hawaii offices. This role provides hands-on execution across onboarding, offboarding, recruiting coordination, employee support, HR documentation, and day-to-day office operations. The HR Generalist ensures foundational HR processes are organized, compliant, and executed with precision and consistency. This role also partners closely with the leadership team to support internal events, leadership meetings, and company-wide programs, helping create a high-touch, professional employee and executive experience. This is an ideal opportunity for a highly organized, detail-driven HR professional who thrives in a fast-growing, dynamic environment and enjoys owning processes end-to-end. Core Responsibilities HR Operations Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, personnel files, and HRIS data. Process all HR transactions including new hires, terminations, promotions, and status changes. Prepare offer letters, onboarding documents, employee changes, and separation paperwork. Recruiting Coordination Draft and post job requisitions in the ATS and external platforms. Coordinate interview scheduling, candidate communications, and internal interviewer availability. Support resume screening for select roles when needed. Coordinate background checks and pre-employment requirements. Prepare offer documentation and ensure a seamless candidate experience. Onboarding & Offboarding Own the end-to-end onboarding workflow including new hire checklists, documentation, and equipment coordination. Partner with office teams to ensure timely equipment provisioning, and workstation setup. Manage offboarding logistics including system access coordination, equipment recovery, and exit documentation. Benefits & Payroll Serve as point of contact for employee questions related to benefits, PTO, holidays, and basic payroll matters. Work with benefits broker and COO in annual benefit selection Process semimonthly payroll in Paycom - payroll experience required Coordinate with Accounting Manager providing payroll reports. Employee Relations Employee relations inquiries and investigations as needed. Office & Facilities Coordination Support Oakland office with daily office operations including supplies, meeting room setup, mail, and kitchen. Compliance & Documentation Maintain I-9 compliance and employment verification records. Audit personnel files and HR checklists for accuracy and completeness. Support consistent application of policies and escalate compliance risks when identified. HR Projects & Process Improvement Track HR project deadlines and deliverables. Create templates, trackers, and reporting tools. Support implementation of new HR programs, tools, and process improvements. 401k Administration Administer the company's 401k plan with fiduciary support from Support planning and execution of executive offsites, leadership meetings, conferences, internal company events, and employee gatherings as needed. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. 5+ years of experience in an HR Generalist, HR Operations, or People Operations role. Strong knowledge of California employment practices preferred. Experience supporting recruiting coordination, onboarding, and HR administration. High level of discretion and comfort handling confidential information. Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills. Proficiency in HRIS systems, ATS platforms, and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace. Experience with Paycom preferred. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving startup environment. Work Environment In office Monday through Thursday, work remote from home on Friday. Compensation Range $75,000 – $95,000 base salary, depending on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

The HR Generalist manages HR operations including onboarding, offboarding, and employee support while ensuring compliance and organization of HR processes. They also coordinate recruiting efforts and support internal events and leadership meetings.