Human Resources Generalist

Why We Are Hiring

We are building a people-first culture where every employee feels supported, heard, and empowered to do their best work. As we scale, we need a strategic partner to be the trusted first point of contact for all employee questions, concerns, and feedback. This role exists to ensure that our people operations are not just administrative, but a driving force in shaping a clear, fair, and scalable culture.

About the Role

You will serve as the in-house expert for our entire HR ecosystem, with a primary focus on Rippling. You will own the configuration, workflows, approvals, and integrations that power our payroll, benefits, IT provisioning, and identity management. Your work ensures data integrity across our org chart and keeps our records clean and accurate.

Beyond the system, you will be the guide for our people. You will coach first-time managers through tough conversations, from performance feedback to separations. You will run stay and exit interviews to surface patterns before they become attrition problems, and you will translate complex employment law into plain English for our teams. Whether it's managing multi-state leave entitlements, navigating ADA accommodations, or ensuring wage-and-hour compliance, you will handle sensitive situations with discretion, empathy, and good judgment.

The Day-to-Day

Your day will be a mix of strategic planning and hands-on execution. You might start by troubleshooting a complex Rippling integration or running a report to identify a potential compliance risk. Mid-day could involve coaching a manager on a performance improvement plan or coordinating a benefits open enrollment with our broker. You will spend time updating our employee handbook, preparing leave letters, and ensuring our I-9 files are audit-ready. You will be the person managers and employees turn to when they need a fast, accurate resolution to an HR question.

Hiring Process

Initial Screen: A 30-minute conversation to discuss your background and interest in our mission.
Deep Dive: A technical and scenario-based discussion focusing on HRIS administration, benefits management, and employee relations.
Culture Fit: A final round with the founding team to ensure alignment on our values and working style.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Work location

Work model: On-site

First Drive West, San Francisco, California, 94129, United States

San Francisco, California

Key Responsibilities

check_circleCoach first-time managers on performance feedback, PIPs, separations, and compensation conversations
check_circleConfigure and manage Rippling workflows, approvals, custom fields, and downstream integrations
check_circleManage open enrollment end-to-end including broker coordination, communications, and post-enrollment audits
check_circleMaintain and update the employee handbook and publish state-specific addenda as laws change
check_circleCoordinate with managers and payroll to translate leave policies and calculate eligibility for employees
check_circleAdminister the full benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k)
check_circleOversee multi-state leave administration including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and parental leave
check_circleServe as the primary point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and feedback with discretion

Requirements

verified5+ years HR experience
verifiedHands-on experience with Rippling
verifiedWorking command of US employment law
verifiedPHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent certification
verifiedFamiliarity with leave management vendors
verifiedWorking knowledge of CA wage-and-hour intricacies and pay transparency rules

Nice to Have

Familiarity with leave management vendors (e.g., AbsenceSoft, Larkin, Tilt) and/or a past PEO-to-Rippling transition. Working knowledge of CA wage-and-hour intricacies and pay transparency rules.

Company

The Safe Foundation, Inc.

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Headquarters

Brooklyn, New York

Open Roles

The Safe Foundation, Inc. operates as a non-profit organization dedicated to addiction treatment and prevention within the community. Headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, the entity manages state-licensed outpatient programs addressing drug, alcohol, and gambling dependencies across Brooklyn and Eatontown, New Jersey. These clinical services are delivered alongside preventive initiatives and educational programming designed to support long-term recovery. The organization serves individuals and families seeking comprehensive care through a client-centered model. This holistic approach prioritizes the involvement of family members in the healing process, ensuring a supportive environment for all participants. By integrating treatment with education, the foundation aims to address the root causes of substance use disorders while fostering sustainable wellness outcomes for the populations it serves in the New York metropolitan area.

Frequently asked questions about Human Resources Generalist at The Safe Foundation, Inc.

What does a Human Resources Generalist at The Safe Foundation, Inc. do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Human Resources Generalist at The Safe Foundation, Inc. will coach first-time managers on performance feedback, pips, separations, and compensation conversations; configure and manage rippling workflows, approvals, custom fields, and downstream integrations; manage open enrollment end-to-end including broker coordination, communications, and post-enrollment audits; and maintain and update the employee handbook and publish state-specific addenda as laws change.

What are the requirements for this Human Resources Generalist role?expand_more

The Safe Foundation, Inc. is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: 5+ years HR experience; Hands-on experience with Rippling; Working command of US employment law; PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent certification; Familiarity with leave management vendors; and Working knowledge of CA wage-and-hour intricacies and pay transparency rules.

Where is the Human Resources Generalist role at The Safe Foundation, Inc. located?expand_more

Human Resources Generalist at The Safe Foundation, Inc. is based in First Drive West, San Francisco, California, 94129, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Human Resources Generalist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

The Safe Foundation, Inc. has listed this Human Resources Generalist role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Human Resources Generalist role?expand_more

Human Resources Generalist at The Safe Foundation, Inc. typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.

What skills do you need for the Human Resources Generalist role at The Safe Foundation, Inc.?expand_more

Key skills for Human Resources Generalist at The Safe Foundation, Inc. include Rippling; PHR; SHRM-CP; Absencesoft; Larkin; Tilt; I-9; and E-Verify.

What category does the Human Resources Generalist role belong to?expand_more

Human Resources Generalist at The Safe Foundation, Inc. is part of the hr & recruitment job category on Recrutus.

About The Safe Foundation, Inc.

The organization serves individuals and families seeking comprehensive care through a client-centered model. This holistic approach prioritizes the involvement of family members in the healing process, ensuring a supportive environment for all participants. By integrating treatment with education, the foundation aims to address the root causes of substance use disorders while fostering sustainable wellness outcomes for the populations it serves in the New York metropolitan area.

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