Our group is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee all HR functions across our California operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in automotive retail, a deep understanding of California employment law, and hands-on experience managing payroll, compliance, and risk within a dealership environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage all aspects of HR operations including employee relations, payroll, benefits, and compliance.
- Administer and process dealership payroll in ADP, ensuring accuracy and adherence to California-specific payroll regulations (meal/rest breaks, overtime, final pay, etc.).
- Maintain organized and accurate HR documentation and personnel files in accordance with company policy and state/federal law.
- Advise leadership on employment law matters, policy updates, and compliance with California labor laws.
- Lead recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes while ensuring consistent application of policies and best practices.
- Conduct investigations, maintain documentation, and manage disciplinary and corrective action processes.
- Partner with accounting and department leaders to ensure alignment on headcount, compensation, and employee classification.
- Oversee compliance with wage and hour laws, EEO, FMLA/CFRA, and other applicable employment regulations.
- Develop and maintain HR metrics, reporting, and audit readiness to mitigate risk.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5+ years of HR management experience within an automotive dealership environment.
- Proficiency in ADP payroll and HRIS platforms.
- Strong knowledge of California employment law and dealership payroll practices.
- Exceptional organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Experience supporting both variable and fixed operations teams a plus.
- Education:Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
- HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP) strongly preferred.
EEO Statement:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
