$74.13k - $94.61k
HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT San Jose/Evergreen Community College District Close/First Review Date: 08/30/2026 Work Location: District Office Position Description: POSITION SUMMARY The Human Resources Assistant is a Confide…
Human Resources · San Jose, CA
HR Generalist jobs in San Jose, CA
HR generalists handle a bit of everything in human resources: onboarding, benefits questions, records, policy, and employee support. They are often the first stop for people questions at smaller companies.
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$33–$70/hr
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$103k
Median, full-time
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The Talent Solutions Manager (TSM) ensures customer satisfaction by matching the staffing needs of clients with the skills and experience of the best talent. The TSM utilizes tools and technology to enhance the talent ex…
$85k - $120k
We are seeking a strategic, hands-on and solutions-oriented Senior Human Resources Generalist to lead HR and workplace support operations for a business unit within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role serve…
$65k - $80k
processes Prepare and maintain employee communications for the Regional office and plant locations Answer incoming calls to the HR line and direct to the appropriate department (Benefits, Payroll, WC, Safety, etc.) Order…
$25 - $28 per hour
Job Description The Human Resources Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the HR Department across five locations—including SAP Center, Tech CU Arena, and three regional Ice Centers—supporting a wo…
The HR Coordinator is responsible for administrative tasks and projects, covering various aspects of HR, including recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, benefits, compliance, and other day-to-day operations. This positio…
$65k - $71k
HR Coordinator Position Summary: We are seeking a proactive, resourceful and adaptable HR Coordinator to support a broad range of Human Resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, employee sup…
$40 - $60 per hour
HR Generalist Location: Santa Clara, CA (Onsite) Employment Type: Initial 6-month 1099 Contract Reports To: Sr. Director of HR Compensation: $40-$60/hour Who We Are T45 Labs is a Silicon Valley-based medical device innov…
$86k - $95k
Overview TransitAmerica Services, Inc. is currently seeking a Human Resources ( HR) Generalist in San Jose, CA to join our team. The HR Generalist is responsible for assisting and supporting HR-related duties on a profes…
$100k - $115k
improving internal operations and employee support. Job Description: The Human Resources Manager will oversee the organization’s HR operations while serving as the technical HR expert for compliance, employee relations,…
General Affairs & HR Coordinator Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite) Department: Strategic Marketing Reports to: Vice President, Business Development Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role A well-funded global technology…
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What hr generalists earn in San Jose
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $33–$43 | $69k–$90k |
| Mid level | $43–$56 | $90k–$117k |
| Senior | $53–$70 | $110k–$145k |
Adjusted for the San Jose market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Onboarding and offboardingBenefits administrationHRIS data managementEmployment law basicsEmployee relations supportRecruiting coordinationPolicy and handbook upkeepPayroll coordinationConfidentiality
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
What parts of HR have you owned versus supported?
Be precise: owned onboarding and benefits enrollment, supported investigations and reviews, for example. Honest scoping builds trust and sets you up to grow.
How do you handle an employee who comes to you with a sensitive complaint?
Show that you listen without promising outcomes, explain the process, document carefully, and escalate appropriately while limiting who knows.
Walk me through how you run onboarding for a new hire.
Cover the full arc from offer acceptance to day thirty: paperwork and systems, first-day experience, and check-ins. Mention anything you improved.
How do you keep employee records accurate and compliant?
Mention HRIS hygiene habits, retention rules, separating medical files, and periodic audits of I-9s and required documentation.
Tell me about a time you had to interpret a policy for a gray-area situation.
Show judgment: you read the policy's intent, checked precedent for consistency, consulted your manager or counsel when needed, and documented the decision.
How do you handle open enrollment season?
Describe planning backward from deadlines, clear employee communication, coordinating with brokers, and cleaning up data so payroll deductions land correctly.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For hr generalists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the employee population you supported and whether you were the sole HR presence or part of a team.
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List the full spread of functions you touched, then flag the two or three you owned outright.
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Name your HRIS and payroll systems specifically, since generalist roles lean heavily on systems work.
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Quantify administrative outcomes, like onboarding cycles run, open enrollments completed, or audit findings closed.
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Include compliance specifics you have handled, such as I-9 audits, FMLA tracking, or handbook rewrites.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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HR Coordinator
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HR Generalist
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Senior HR Generalist
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HR Manager
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HR Business Partner
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