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Skills
Administrative Skillsunmatched
Agricultureunmatched
Applicant Tracking Systemunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Contract Managementunmatched
Corporate Policiesunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Employee Relationsunmatched
English Languageunmatched
File Auditsunmatched
HRIS/HRMSunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Human Resourcesunmatched
Lift/Move 25 Poundsunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
OSHAunmatched
Onboardingunmatched
Operational Supportunmatched
Operationsunmatched
Payroll Administrationunmatched
Payroll Managementunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Records Managementunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Sanitationunmatched
Spanish Languageunmatched
Time Trackingunmatched
Worker's Compensationunmatched
Workforce Managementunmatched
Description
HR Assistant on a Flower Farm (Agriculture/Nursery)
Join our great HR team as an HR Assistant to support the daily operations of our fast-paced flower nursery. You will play a crucial role in the full employee lifecycle for both seasonal and permanent field personnel, including recruiting, onboarding, payroll processing, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Onboarding: Assist with recruiting field personnel, conducting new hire orientations (often in both English and Spanish), and ensuring all onboarding documentation (I-9s, tax forms) is completed accurately.
Seasonal Support: Assist in managing the seasonal workforce, including proper documentation, contract management, and adherence to specialized agricultural labor regulations. Peak seasons/holidays require additional hours to be worked on Saturday mornings.
Payroll & Records Management: Maintain accurate digital personnel files, manage time tracking for field staff, monitor attendance/absenteeism, and documentation.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including OSHA, field sanitation standards, and accurate employee file audits.
Employee Relations: Act as a front-line point of contact for employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, or company policies.
Administrative Support: Process worker's compensation claims, assist with benefits enrollment, and support employee engagement activities, such as recognition events.
Qualifications & Skills
Languages: Fluent English and Spanish
Experience: At least 1-2 years of experience in HR, administrative support, or a fast-paced environment. Experience in the agriculture industry is preferred!
Tech Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and experienced with HRIS or ATS systems.
Skills: Strong attention to detail (for compliance), excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure.
Education: High School Diploma or GED required; associate's degree in human resources or business is a plus.
Working Conditions
This is an office-based role, but you may occasionally work in the nursery/field environment to assist with employee relations activities.
Fast-paced environment requires the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, especially during peak planting/harvest seasons.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (files, office supplies).
Must be able to sit for long periods, with occasional walking on uneven surfaces in the nursery
Benefits and Salary
· PPO Health Insurance (employer pays most of premium)
· 401K with Employer Match
· PTO/Holiday Pay/Sick Pay
· Life Insurance
· Starting pay is $22.00 HR-$26.00 HR (Annual salary up to $54,000)
Equal Opportunity Employer
Numbers & Facts
Location
Carpinteria
Industry
Staffing/Employment Agencies
Company Size
1 to 9 employees
Year Founded
1992
Website
https://www.careerstrategiesgroup.com
About Company
Career Strtegies Group is a national, full service recruiting, outplacement and career services organization. The firm specializes in the career needs of attorneys, financial professionals, and C-suite and other senior executives. It also has a smaller recruiting operation for healthcare professionals and administrators in the NY, CT and NJ area. The firm has particular experience with professionals aged 50+, and in the area of career change for attorneys and professionals. Firm founder Bruce Blackwell is an original member of the career transitions team established by the New York City Bar Association, and is a noted author and lecturer on career issues for lawyers and other professionals.