Location: Los Angeles, California

Salary: $79,000 - $82,000

Organization Overview

Founded in 2004, Brilliant Corners provides innovative housing and housing-related services to California’s most vulnerable individuals, with an emphasis on those transitioning from, or at risk of, homelessness or institutionalization. We develop, own and manage multi-family supportive housing and licensed residential care homes, and implement a broad array of scattered-site, one-on-one supportive housing, and clinical case management programs through partnerships with developmental services, homeless services, veterans’ services, and health care sectors.

In short, we do good work.

We have offices in San Francisco and Los Angeles and are growing daily. We’re looking for inspired, talented people who want to be part of a team that’s affecting profound change and is having fun doing it.

Department Summary

Brilliant Corners’ People Operations Department provides structure to our organization structure and meets its critical business needs by managing the company’s most valuable resources- its people. People Operations key functions include talent acquisition; employee relations; payroll and benefits; people management; compliance; and training and development.

Position Summary

The HR Generalist will be responsible for assisting in several functions pertaining to our People Operations, with a focus on benefits administration, leaves of absences, and reasonable accommodations. Some additional functions for this position may include employee support, employee relations, employee training and development, onboarding, and policy implementing. You’ll also act as a point of contact for employees’ queries for these HR-related topics.

Position Responsibilities

Oversee the daily administration of leaves of absences and reasonable accommodation process.
Provide benefits support by conducting benefit orientations, answering benefit inquiries, and coordinating with benefit vendors.
Provide administrative support to the Human Resources Manager and People Support Services (HR Admin) team.
Facilitate distribution of benefit related correspondence to all active staff members via all of Brilliant Corners communication channels and, as required, previous staff members.
Work with HR business partners and support the organization departments as needed as it pertains to benefits, LOA, and reasonable accommodation needs.
Assist with HR related inquiries and communications from employees.
Assist with labor relations as needed.
Be a brand ambassador promoting Brilliant Corners brand, values and mission whenever possible.
Provide support or appropriately re-route communication for employees in various HR-related topics such as leaves of absence, compensation and appropriately escalate any issues that may arise.
Assist in the implementation of HR policies and protocols.
Utilize Human Resources Information Systems to ensure all employee records are up-to-date and confidential.

Professional Experience

2 years of experience as an HR Coordinator or Generalist (essential), with a primary focus on providing support for benefits, leaves of absences, and/or reasonable accommodations.
Experience with labor relations.
Fantastic knowledge of HR functions and best practices.
Superb computer literacy with capability in email, MS Office and related HR software (Paycom Preferred).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of staffing policies, procedures, and best practices.
Fluency with standard technology and software, including databases, and the capacity to quickly master new technology, as needed. Experience with multiple HRIS systems, preferred.
Effective communication both written and verbal with colleagues in a diverse, human-centered work environment.
Ability to resolve problems, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure.
Excellent customer service, sales, and relationship-building skills.
The ability to work independently as well as on a team.
A strong work ethic motivated by results.
Reliable with respect to confidentiality.
Outstanding organizational and time-management skills.

Core Competencies

Organizational Agility: Understands how the organization operates through formal and informal structures. Navigates dynamics, communicates rationale behind policies, and builds relationships to achieve goals
Customer Focus: Proactively understands and meets others' needs through a service-minded approach. Builds trust, leverages insights, and provides responsive support to align with evolving requirements
Written Communications: Crafts clear, compelling content for diverse audiences. Adapts style, ensures alignment with brand voice and DEI principles to engage readers and drive outcomes
Conflict Management: Addresses conflicts by understanding needs, employing empathetic listening, identifying underlying issues and facilitating equitable solutions that respect all parties
Functional/Technical Skills: Possesses the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment

Organizational Values

Humanity: Putting people first: We are committed to meeting people where they’re at, honoring their dignity, diversity, and experience.
Community: Building a better future: Sustainable housing solutions are fostered through partnership, collaboration, and human connection.
Ingenuity: Innovating for transformation: Systems-change requires relentless determination, thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo.

Physical Requirements

Candidates should have physical mobility for tasks such as standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, twisting, and walking on uneven surfaces. They should be capable of performing stationary tasks like sitting for up to 6 to 8 hours a day. Additionally, candidates should be able to lift, carry, push, pull light to moderate weights up to 15 pounds safely. Requires mental acuity for analytical reasoning and document interpretation.

Salary range for this position is $79,000 - $82,000 annually. This position is being offered at $79,000 - $82,000.

Brilliant Corners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)

Retirement Plan (With 5% Match)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)

Retirement Plan (With 5% Match)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
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