Human Resources Manager jobs in Ventura, CA

Title: Human Resources Manager 

Location: Oxnard, CA

As the Human Resources Manager, you will become an integral part of our non-profit organization committed to addressing hunger in Ventura County. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the complete employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance with employment laws and fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and post job descriptions, conduct interviews, and manage background checks.
• Oversee the onboarding process and maintain accurate employee records.
• Address agency notices, wage withholding requests, and handle complaints and investigations.
• Coordinate terminations, offboarding, and manage benefit transitions.
• Ensure workplace safety, conduct training, and oversee workers’ compensation.
• Administer benefits, including enrollment, removal, and annual open enrollment.
• Facilitate retirement plan enrollment, manage contributions, and stay updated on employment laws.
• Handle disability claims, unemployment, and leaves of absence.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations, compensation reviews, and drive employee engagement surveys while supporting DEI initiatives.
• Process payroll using Paylocity.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field is required.
• Professional certification (PHR/SPHR) is preferred.
• Bilingual proficiency preferred – English/Spanish.
• Five (5) or more years of progressive human resource management experience with at least two (2) years at Human Resources Supervision level.
• Hands on experience across the full spectrum of human resources, encompassing HR Best Practices, policies, and processes.
• Strong business acumen, facilitation, and conflict resolution.
• High integrity, solid work ethic, and commitment to Food Share’s mission and values.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to articulate and explain complex legal, personnel and administrative issues with clarity, tact, and diplomacy.
• Strong proficiency of MS Office applications and advanced knowledge of HRIS systems, including Paylocity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including proven effectiveness in dispute resolution.
• Ability to manage projects, changing priorities, and stringent deadlines.
• Proven ability to coach and counsel employees and executive-level management.
• Energetic and motivated and skilled in interacting with personnel at all organizational levels.
• Broad knowledge and experience in organizational planning and development, employee relations, employment law, employee benefits, compensation administration, and operations.

What Food Share Offers You:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Group Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance with 100% employer coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Paid Leave (Jury Duty, Bereavement, etc.)
• Education reimbursement
• Wellness discounts

Please note that these are just some potential examples and the specific benefits and perks offered may vary based on the position and location.

Compensation:
Salary range between $80,000 - $90,000.

Compensation will be determined by a number of factors including educational background and experience.

About Food Share:

Since its establishment in 1978, Food Share has been a source of hope in Ventura County, dedicated to eliminating hunger.  Originating as an initiative by eight friends, it has evolved into a formidable philanthropic movement.  Today, Food Share’s staff and volunteers distribute 19 million pounds of food annually, equating to 16 million meals for those in need in Ventura County. Operating as the regional food bank, Food Share supports over 250,000 hungry friends and neighbors each year through hunger programs and partnership with 190 pantries and programs. Affiliated with Feeding America and California Association of Food Banks, Food Share remains unwavering in its commitment to ensuring that no one in Ventura County goes hungry.

For more information about the company, please visit our website: https://foodshare.com/

Food Share provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Food Share complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.