We’re a fast-growing, customer-focused used vehicle dealership built on integrity, teamwork, and high performance. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for a detail-oriented and motivated HR Generalist to support our people operations and foster an employee-focused, compliant, and high-performing workplace culture.
Position Overview
As an HR Generalist, you’ll play a vital role in managing core HR functions across the organization. This role covers recruitment, onboarding, compliance, employee relations, payroll (including commissions), benefits, safety, HR reporting, and day-to-day administration. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, operational environment and is looking to grow with a respected company in the automotive industry.
Key Responsibilities:
Human Resources Operations
*Lead full-cycle recruitment and onboarding for exempt, non-exempt, and hourly staff.
*Support managers with employee relations, performance management, and policy compliance.
*Maintain and update employee records in our system.
*Assist with employee training, development programs, and policy rollouts.
*Help foster a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented workplace aligned with company values.
Payroll & Compensation:
*Process in-house payroll using QuickBooks Payroll, including commission-based compensation for sales staff.
*Accurately calculate and process commissions in compliance with company plans and California labor law.
*Track, reconcile, and report on commission, bonus, and variable earnings.
*Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, including overtime, garnishments, and levies.
*Manage time-off tracking, wage adjustments, payroll deductions, and leave balances.
*Prepare and file quarterly and annual payroll tax reports, including W-2s and wage statements.
*Administer employee benefits including enrollments, changes, terminations, and open enrollment.
* Workers' Compensation Management
Oversee the full Workers' Compensation program, including:
*Negotiating annual insurance rates and renewals
*Filing and managing claims from initial report through resolution
*Acting as liaison with adjusters, providers, and injured employees
*Preparing for and coordinating carrier audits
*Support safety initiatives and accident investigations in collaboration with safety coordinators.
Recruitment & Retention:
*Manage job postings, applicant tracking, background checks, and onboarding documentation.
*Conduct exit interviews and analyze trends to improve retention.
*Partner with leadership on workforce planning and hiring strategies.
Qualifications:
*2+ years of HR generalist experience (automotive, retail, or operational settings preferred)
*Hands-on experience processing payroll in-house using QuickBooks Payroll
*Proven experience handling commission payroll in a sales-driven environment
*Strong understanding of California labor laws, wage/hour regulations, and compliance
*Familiarity with payroll tax filings and HRIS systems
*Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
*Highly organized, detail-oriented, and discreet with sensitive information
*Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
*Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
*Automotive industry experience strongly preferred
Apply Today!
If you’re a hands-on HR professional ready to make an impact in a fast-paced automotive environment, we’d love to hear from you!