Administrative & HR Coordinator

Overview

Strategic Growth Partners provides both operations & strategic support to tribal 8(a) & commercial organizations. Our client is seeking an Administrative & HR Coordinator based in Redwood City, CA. This position is a key people-operations role with primary responsibility for Human Resources processes and secondary responsibility for administrative and office support. This position supports the full employee lifecycle, ensures compliance with applicable employment laws, and contributes to a positive, professional, and well-organized workplace.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, people-focused, and comfortable operating in a dynamic environment.

Workplace Type: Redwood City, CA.

Compensation: $50 - $60K per year.

Human Resources

• Manage the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, documentation, orientation, and systems access coordination.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee HR inquiries related to policies, benefits, leave, and workplace practices.
• Support payroll processing by preparing and validating payroll inputs and coordinating with external payroll providers.
• Administer employee benefits, leave programs, and enrollment changes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, HR documentation, and personnel files.
• Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. federal employment laws, multi-state regulations, and internal company policies.
• Monitor regulatory updates and support timely updates to HR policies and procedures.
• Support performance management processes, including review cycles, documentation, and tracking.
• Assist with recruitment activities such as job postings, resume screening, interview coordination, and candidate communications.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, internal HR programs, and culture-building activities.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.

Administrative & Office Support

• Oversee day-to-day office operations, including supplies management, vendor coordination, and facilities support.
• Provide administrative support to senior leadership, including calendar management, travel coordination, and correspondence.
• Coordinate internal meetings, company events, and team activities in partnership with HR initiatives.
• Ensure the office environment is organized, professional, and aligned with workplace standards.
• Assist with preparation of internal communications, reports, and presentations.
• Serve as a liaison with internal teams and external vendors or service providers.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an HR, People Operations, or HR & Administrative role.
• Experience supporting HR operations in a fast-paced or growing organization.
• Exposure to multi-state or international HR compliance is a plus.

• Strong understanding of HR operations, employee lifecycle management, and compliance fundamentals.
• Working knowledge of U.S. federal employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a people-first approach.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and HRIS or payroll systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while collaborating effectively with stakeholders.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and company holidays; and opportunities for professional development and growth.