Human Resources Generalist

SFJAZZ is looking for a mission-driven Human Resources professional to join our arts organization in the Bay Area. This role reports to the Chief People Officer and will share the responsibility of day‑to‑day HR operations. The position will be involved in all aspects of people and culture, including talent acquisition, onboarding and offboarding, leave of absence, benefits management, employee communications, policies and procedures, HR compliance, professional development and record‑keeping.

The team member will have a demonstrated track record of making a difference and transforming people operations to ensure optimal business outcomes. Working in partnership with the Chief People Officer, you will be responsible for driving retention goals, enhancing the employee experience and recruiting top talent for the organization. This is a roll‑up‑your‑sleeves role with an opportunity to be creative and contribute to our organization’s success.

• Talent acquisition/recruiter for the organization. The go-to representative for posting, benchmarking, interviewing, and candidate evaluation. Updating and maintaining the talent acquisition process in line with company values and DEI guidelines.
• Create interview best‑practice guidelines, interview questions, and train hiring managers.
• Own the onboarding and offboarding process by ensuring a successful transition for all employees.
• Own the employee leave of absence process within the function. Work with ADP/insurance provider to manage LOA submissions, progress and return‑to‑work status.
• Own benefits management and be the representative for employees and the liaison between ADP/insurance and the organization.
• Own 401(k) management and provide support to all staff.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims and the relationship with ADP/insurance.
• Maintain SFHCO reporting and approvals for payment, as well as the “go-to” representative to all employees.
• Maintain union dues for reporting, approvals and compliance with our union contract.
• “Go-to” HR representative for all the on‑call/part‑time staff support.
• Assist in executing HR strategies, policies, and practices.
• Maintain and update HR systems such as Bamboo
  
  HR, ADP and SharePoint, as well as all employee files and documentation.
• Embody and champion the company values and culture.
• Provide support with payroll related issues and questions.
• Responsible for maintaining the HR email up to date and responding to inquiries.
• Provide administrative support for the Chief People Officer.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in human resources and culture-driven organizations.
• Problem-solving skills, being proactive not afraid to present new ideas.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, develop new ways to grow internal relationships.
• People-focused: relational, resourceful, attentive, and practice servant leadership.
• Skilled in communicating with different personalities and a variety of management styles, while approachable with a “can I do” mentality.
• Detail-oriented, structured and organized: open and honest.
• Experience managing company benefits, leave of absence and worker’s compensation.
• Experience in following and maintaining workplace privacy.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety laws.
• Technically savvy.

SFJAZZ has a hybrid work policy. This position is required to be on‑site a minimum of three days a week. SFJAZZ produces events and performances at all times of the day and week. Evenings and weekends may be required.