HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST - BILINGUAL (SPANISH/ENGLISH)

Updated: August 2025
Reports to: Director of Human Resources
Terms: Regular full time, exempt; eligible for a hybrid model of onsite and remote work and which may vary according to business need.
Compensation: $55,000-$65,000 annually
Benefits: Health insurance, long-term disability and life insurance premiums paid 100%, dental insurance premium shared, employer contribution to 403(b) retirement plan after 6 months of employment. Access to FSA/HSA health savings accounts, and various ancillary insurance plans. PTO and paid holidays.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a minimum of 2–3 years of relevant HR experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of HR-related laws, regulations and practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to keep digital and paper records information up-to-date.
• Must be detail-oriented and use precision and accuracy in dealing with data.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Must be self-directed and reliable.
• Interested in working with a diverse workforce and community and promoting growth within the organization in regards to equity and inclusion.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluent in Spanish, able to translate from English to Spanish with ease.
• Experience using HRIS or payroll system technology
• Commitment to community-based, non-profit, or environmental work and mission

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Eureka Recycling is seeking a Bilingual Human Resources Generalist to support and administer a broad range of HR functions, including recruitment and hiring, onboarding, employee relations, payroll support, training coordination, and employee record-keeping. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in an employee-supported and community-oriented environment. With approximately 130 employees and a strong Open Door Policy, Eureka Recycling offers a highly engaged, mission-driven workplace. The HR Generalist will interact regularly with employees across all departments, playing an active role in supporting a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE BILINGUAL HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

• Administers the recruiting process using an applicant tracking system; coordinates pre-employment and post-offer steps and supports recruitment for the internship program.
• Works closely with supervisors to address staffing needs and follows through with recruiting activities in a timely and thorough manner.
• Develops and maintains new hire, term, and change checklists to ensure completion of onboarding, offboarding, and various employment change tasks.
• Provides support to employees and supervisors for HR transactions such as personal information updates, new hires, and job changes, while maintaining data confidentiality.
• Coordinates and facilitates in new hire orientation sessions and helps ensure understanding of organizational policies.
• Contributes to improving internal HR processes to promote efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Coordinates administrative aspects of employee terminations, including documentation, communication, and offboarding steps.
• Assists with benefits administration, including open enrollment, employee communications, and small-group presentations.
• Leads on Equal Employment Opportunity reporting with applicable agencies
• Communicates work rules in conjunction with HR Director on employment policies, legal requirements, and provisions of the union contract.
• Administers leave of absence processes and ensures compliance with FMLA and other applicable leave laws.
• Coordinates the random drug testing program for drivers and equipment operators and supports DOT compliance.
• Provides administrative support across HR functions, including file maintenance, correspondence, and tracking of key HR activities and timelines.
• Participates in HR projects such as internal audits, communication initiatives, and document translation.
• Develops and maintains presentations to support training, compliance, and remedial initiatives.
• Contributes to cross-functional team efforts that support the organization’s culture and mission, including projects outside traditional HR responsibilities.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and demonstrates a high level of integrity in all HR practices.
• Supports and reflects the organization’s mission and commitment to a respectful, employee-supported workplace.