Human Resources Generalist, Senior

Human Resources Generalist, Senior

Salary

$85,305.53 - $115,008.23 Annually

Location

Coast Community College District, CA

Job Type

Classified Staff

Job Number

D-003-27

Division

District Office

Opening Date

11/03/2026

Closing Date

11/20/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Definition

(ON-SITE - In-Person Position)

About Coast Community College District

The Coast Community College District (CCCD) is an institution of higher education and lifelong learning with a strong presence in the Orange County Region, encompassing three colleges: Coastline Community College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College. At the core of CCCDs mission is a profound commitment to serve all students through our dedication to cultural awareness, acknowledging the unique perspectives and needs of the diverse communities within its student body.

CCCD actively embraces the principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-racism by creating an educational and working culture that celebrates differences and fosters an environment where every individual feels valued and heard. Through intentional efforts to eliminate barriers, CCCD ensures that all students, regardless of background, have equal access to a high-quality education and that employees have the resources to thrive both personally and professionally. The Districts unwavering commitment to DEIAA underscores its dedication to creating a campus and workplace culture that is not only academically and professionally enriching, but also socially inclusive and responsive to the diverse needs of its community.

Department Information

Join our dynamic team at Coast Community College District as a Human Resources Generalist and play a pivotal role in supporting the future of education! District Human Resources serves as a strategic partner alongside our Board of Trustees, Chancellor, and college constituents to achieve the Coast Colleges vision, mission, and goals. As a Human Resources Generalist, you will serve as the Districts point-of-contact for the Employment Services Department, providing a wide range of essential functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee evaluations, benefits administration, and records management.

Summary

Coordinates and performs a variety of professional level administrative, technical, analytical, and consultative human resources functions in assigned areas. Areas of assignment may include several of the following functional areas: employee recruitment, equal employment opportunity and diversity, employee onboarding and offboarding, employment services, benefits administration, position control, HRIS, employee communications, and personnel records maintenance.

Distinguishing Career Features

The Human Resources Generalist, Senior is a senior-level technical contributor to district-wide Human Resources services that requires application of specialized knowledge in assigned areas. The Human Resources Generalist, Senior provides lead support and coordination of district-wide programs and services requiring a working knowledge of a full range of human resources laws,

policies, practices, and procedures. In addition, this position maintains high standards for confidentiality, customer service, and the accurate input, maintenance, and retrieval of data within various HR systems. Advancement to this position is based on need and the ability to serve as a lead and subject matter expert to the district human resources generalist team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties may vary among assigned areas. Incumbents typically perform a substantial portion or all of the following kinds of duties, as assigned:

1. Serves as the District technical and resource lead to Human Resources Generalists on matters relating to human resources programs and services, including but not limited to recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, equal employment opportunity, employee evaluations, employee compensation, faculty assignments, benefits administration, and leaves management. Conducts orientations and trainings on policies and procedures related to these items.

2. Coordinates and facilitates full-cycle recruitment programs and provides guidance and oversight to applicant, interview, and selection processes and committees to ensure equity, inclusion, access, and equal employment opportunity in accordance with District policies and procedures and Federal and state laws.

3. Works with hiring managers in coordination the Manager, Recruitment, Compensation and Classification Services to refine job announcements for postings and update job specifications, and initiates online search processes, including marketing and targeted

outreach to attract qualified, diverse candidates.

4. Participates in the development of and conducts district-wide equal employment opportunity and diversity training programs and ensures certification and compliance with policies and procedures.

5. Analyzes applicant screening results, provides guidance and intervention to ensure EEO compliance, and makes corrective recommendations. Refers complex or sensitive outcomes to the Director.

6. Meets with new and transferring employees to facilitate orientations and completes new hire information needed to activate the employee in HRIS and payroll. Works with other human resources staff to verify compensation and benefits arrangements.

7. Serves as the District representative and point-of-contact on matters relating to recruitment, minimum qualifications, faculty equivalency, diversity, equal employment opportunity, access, and accommodations. Conducts regular orientations and trainings on regulations, policies, and District best practices for these items.

8. Maintains personnel records including control and storage of documents and files, conversion of files to support computer-aided retrieval, and day-to-day record maintenance.

9. Oversees and participates in setup of computerized employee files that include determination of pay and benefit levels. Transmits information to payroll for processing or benefits administrators. Submits Electronic Personnel Action Form (EPAF).

10. Prepares, reviews, and audits a variety of human resources reports to ensure accuracy and provides assistance to generalist staff, payroll, and other staff.

11. Prepares draft position descriptions for salary grade assignment subject to review by the Manager, Recruitment, Compensation and Classification Services

12. Participates in a variety of College and District-wide programs and projects as a representative of the department and campus.

13. Interprets policies and procedures on behalf of the department. Assists at the District-level with policy development and researching prevailing and emerging practice and trends.

14. Maintains up-to-date libraries of District, College, and HR information, descriptions, pay tables, and documents describing quality of work life and employee centered services for promotional materials.

15. Coordinates and participates in outreach activities such as workshops, job fairs, and other recruitment related events.

16. Provides human resources support to employees in the areas of administrative, classified, and certificated services. Facilitates documentation and verification of credentials, recruitment, employee orientation, and employee relations.

17. Utilizes and maintains centralized applicant tracking management system; including managing entire full cycle recruitment process, releasing applicant pools, releasing applicant pools to hiring managers, administering and assisting users with the system in both the applicant and employee processing modules.

18. Maintains statistical and other data to support equal employment action plans. Compiles statistical reports concerning employment function activity such as recruitment, applicant flow, applicant demographics, pre-screening activities, interviews, and selection. May prepare reports to management and external regulatory agencies.

19. Provide work direction and guidance to office staff.

20. Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.

21. Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 - Code of Professional Ethics

Qualifications and Physical Demands

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills

• The position requires in depth technical knowledge of the best practices and procedures associated with human resources services in education or related public service in the areas of recruitment, employment services, equal employment opportunity, compensation, and benefits.
• Requires specialized knowledge of education code and EEO laws, regulations, and intent relating to the recruiting, on-boarding, and day-to-day activities of employees.
• Requires basic knowledge of common provisions of employee leaves, worker's compensation, and related benefits offered to employees.
• Requires working knowledge of personnel policies, rules, laws, and regulations.
• Requires well-developed skills at using common computer-aided applications for office productivity and presentations.
• Requires demonstrated skills at accessing and organizing data from relational databases, verifying numerical and demographic information, and entering information onto established data entry screens.
• Requires well-developed knowledge of English language, punctuation, syntax, and grammar to independently prepare professional correspondence.
• Requires enough math skills to perform standard business math calculations.
• Requires well-developed human relation skills to convey technical concepts to others, to deal with sensitive and private information, to give instructions and orientations, and to facilitate discussions in individual and small group settings

Abilities

• Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.
• Requires the ability to coordinate full-cycle recruitment processes, prepare and deliver employee communications, prepare human resources-related reports, and develop recommendations on personnel actions that are fair and in the best interest of the College and District.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of groups and individuals inside and outside of the organization.
• Requires the ability to learn and apply laws policies, procedures, and contractual agreements governing equal employment opportunity and worker's compensation.
• Requires the ability to perform research and analysis and develop conclusions and recommendations.
• Requires the ability to learn, apply, and interpret District policies, procedures, and rules pertaining to human resources.
• Requires the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work processes in a high-volume environment in order to meet schedules and timelines.
• Requires the ability to train others and facilitate small group discussions and large group presentations.
• Requires the ability to communicate technical information and to interact with a wide variety of individuals inside and outside the organization.
• Requires the ability to convert involved technical and legal information into practical communications.

Physical Abilities

• The general physical demands, working conditions, and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources.
• Essential functions will vary by position.
• As defined by Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA") and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act ("FEHA"), the District shall engage in a timely, good faith interactive process with employees or employment applicants who are requesting or are in need of reasonable accommodations and, provide reasonable accommodations for employees or employment applicants who, because of their disability, are limited in or unable to perform one or more of the essential functions of their job in accordance with applicable state and federal law.

Education and Experience

• The position typically requires a Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, or related discipline and five years of experience in a human resources function. Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position.

AND

• Demonstrated evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, ethnic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity within the community college student population, including students with different ability statuses (e.g., physical and/or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom and campus.

Licenses and Certificates

• May require a valid driver license.

Working Conditions

Work is performed indoors where some safety considerations are minimal.

This job specification describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, work steps, and skills required of the job.

Conditions of Employment

Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

This is a permanent, general funded, full-time, 12-months per year classified position. The normal hours of work will be Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with the flexibility to occasionally work extended hours and/or weekends, if necessary, to meet the departments needs. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. The District provides medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents and life insurance for the employee. (Salary Schedule: EE-120)

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910 ) The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the Districts strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Pay Philosophy:

Coast Community College District, through policies, practices, and other benefit programs, delivers a fair and equitable total compensation program that promotes equal employment opportunity, inclusion, and workforce vitality. In general, it is the policy of the District to place new employees at the first step of the salary grade. All movement on the salary schedule will occur July 1 of each year for all classified employees.

Application Requirements:

Application materials must be electronically submitted online at http://www.cccd.edu/employment to be considered for employment.

Incomplete applications, application materials submitted by mail, and documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered. Please note that the district does not return materials submitted in the application process (copies of original supporting documents are acceptable).

A complete application packet includes:

• A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
• Responses to Supplemental Questions (please provide clear and detailed responses, as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, put "see resume" or "N/A", or leave blank).
• A Cover Letter highlighting your experiences relevant to this position and addressing the minimum and essential qualifications, including your demonstrated evidence of D.E.I.A. (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access). (upload as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).
• A Current Resume of professional and educational background and experience (upload as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).

Submit an application online at:

http://www.cccd.edu/employment

Coast Community College District - Human Resources

1370 Adams Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance or call 714.438.4716.

• Note: We have a strong focus and importance on D.E.I.A. and Anti-Racism (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility) and will be actively listening, assessing, and evaluating this throughout each stage of the application, recruitment, and interview process.

Submission of all required application information and materials is the responsibility of the applicant. All application materials become the property of the Coast Community College District and will NOT be copied or returned. To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. If you do not know an answer, please indicate so, but do not leave any space blank.

All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.

Any documents that you are unable to attach can be emailed to jobs@cccd.edu

Emails must clearly indicate the job you are applying to and your full name.

Additional Information

Selection Procedure

• All online applications received by the application deadline will be screened to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
• Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit separate application materials for each desired position.
• Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who are also deemed to possess the highest committee evaluation will be invited to an interview.
• If any travel is required for an applicant to participate in person during the interview process, this will be done so at the candidates own expense.
• During the interview, candidates may be asked to conduct a short oral demonstration/presentation on a previously announced topic as well as participate in a writing exercise, or hands-on practical.
• Consideration will also be given to factors in addition to education and experience, including but not limited to professional development, ability to work with others, and commitment to meet student needs.
• The search committee will rate the candidates responses to the interview questions, the demonstration/presentation, and the applicable writing exercises and/or hands-on practicals. Based on this rating, a number of candidates will be recommended to move forward and will be invited for a second-level interview.
• The hiring manager will conduct reference checks on the final candidate. The district reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and to investigate past employment records of applicants selected for interviews.
• The campus President will make the final recommendation for employment to the Board of Trustees.
• The start date will be determined based on the needs of the campus and the conditions of employment as posted in the job announcement/recruitment.
• Applicants who are eliminated from consideration will be notified by email. All applicants are requested to provide an email address in their online application. Candidates should not expect official notification of the status of their candidacy until the Board of Trustees has acted upon the Colleges recommendation for employment.
• The District reserves the right to extend the deadline, re-advertise the position, or delay filling this position based on the needs of the District and the student population we serve.

Employment Information

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing equity and inclusion goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

The SELECTED CANDIDATE is required to complete the following prior to employment:

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidate's expense (Clearance must be received prior to the first day of employment).
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States including a Social Security Card; (Note: We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.) AND
• Participate in a new hire onboarding appointment with an Employment Services Representative.

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. We are committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College. The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services, and student support services.

Since its founding in 1947, the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States. Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees, the Coast Community College District plays an important role in the community by responding to the needs of a changing and increasingly diverse population.

TITLE IX NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

Coast Community College District Title IX (For more information on Title IX click here)

https://www.cccd.edu/employees/hr/title9/Pages/Staff-and-Faculty-Resources.aspx

The 2026 Coast Community College District Annual Security and Fire Safety Report provides the crime statistics for calendar years 2023, 2024, and 2025, which were submitted to the U.S. Department of Education as required under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A hard copy can be obtained from one of the Campus Safety Offices. Please contact any of the Campus Safety Offices for any questions.

Title IX & Sex Discrimination

https://www.cccd.edu/employees/hr/title9/Pages/Staff-and-Faculty-Resources.aspx

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision

We know that the health of our employees and their families is a priority. Thats why we offer extensive health care benefits to benefits-eligible employees. We offer the SISC Anthem PPO plan as well as four HMOs, SISC Anthem California Care Full, SISC Anthem Select, SISC Anthem Priority Select, and SISC Kaiser Permanente.

Benefits are available to regular permanent employees working 20 or more hours per week. Benefits are not available to employees working less than 20 hours per week, temporary, hourly, or other short-term employees.

District-paid Life Insurance

The District provides Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance benefits, underwritten by Hartford. This district-paid benefit is equal to one time your annual salary and remains in effect until age 70. At age 70, your benefit is reduced to half.

District-paid Disability Benefits

Coast Community College District provides both a short-term disability benefit and long-term disability benefit to employees working 20 or more hours per week who are unable to work because of disability due to illness, injury, or maternity.

Voluntary Plans

A variety of voluntary plans are offered through the Coast Community College District to benefits-eligible employees such as Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, MetLife Legal Plan, and other Section 125 compliant insurance plans.

Enrich Your Profession

Professional Development Programs The District offers a variety of Professional Development programs for faculty and classified staff that encompasses all types of facilitated learning opportunities, ranging from college degrees to formal coursework and conferences. We encourage lifelong learning that maintains and improves professional competencies, enhances career progression, and keeps our employees on the cutting edge of their profession.

Sabbatical Leaves

Faculty members are encouraged to pursue professional growth leading to the development of increased competence and the improvement of instruction and/or redirection in their current teaching discipline. The Districts sabbatical leave program is designed to assist in this pursuit and is available on a semester basis after completing six consecutive years of service.

Time to Refuel

Vacation - Classified employees earn vacation days commensurate with years of service. Confidential, Educational Administrators, and Classified Managers earn 22 days of vacation each fiscal year. Accrued vacation is prorated for all employee categories working less than full-time.

Sick Leave - All contract employees earn sick leave as outlined in the CA Education Code. Sick leave may be carried over from year-to-year and, upon retirement, unused sick leave may contribute to your CalPERS or CalSTRS retirement pension benefit.

Holidays - The Coast Community College District observes 22 paid holidays per year.

Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military Leave - Coast Community College District grants contract employees called to jury duty a leave of absence, without loss of pay, for the entire length of required service. Other available leaves include bereavement from 3-5 days and military leaves of absence in accordance with applicable state laws.

Great Expectations

Pension Plans - The Coast Community College District participates in the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) and the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) for contract employees. Non-contract employees participate in the Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) plan for the first 1,000 hours of their employment.

Medical Benefits After Retirement - It is the policy of the Coast Community College District that contract employees, who retire from the District at age 60 or older and with fifteen or more years of service, be afforded the same group insurance benefits until 70 years of age. A Medicare Supplement plan is available to retirees and their spouses after age 70.

Annuities - The Coast Community College District maintains a program whereby qualified employees may request through Payroll to have a portion of their salary deposited to a 403b tax-sheltered annuity plan or an approved 457 deferred compensation plan.

Schools First Federal Credit Union - The Schools First Federal Credit Union is a federally insured, full service, financial cooperative that is a not-for-profit organization. Earnings are used to benefit all members to provide a full range of financial services and offerings.

01

Please select the option which best describes your years of human resources experience:

• Less than 1 year
• 1 to less than 3 years
• 3 to less than 5 years
• 5 or more years

02

Please select all areas in which you have experience in a technical human resources function. Experience should be within a Human Resources Office/Department.

• Recruitment
• Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity
• Employment Services (onboarding and offboarding)
• Benefits Administration
• Classification and Compensation
• Professional Development
• HR Systems/HRIS

03

Please describe your overall experience in all areas selected in Question 2 and include where you gained your experience.

04

Please describe your work experience in an education setting or public agency. Include your experience with Memorandum of Understandings (MOU), Government and/or Education Codes, or other policies and procedures.

05

Describe your skill level using software programs, including Human Resources Information Systems and applicant tracking systems (i.e. NEOGOV/NEOED). Include the name of each program and your level of expertise with each.

06

Please describe your experience coordinating and administering recruitment processes from job posting through selection. Include your experience with activities such as applicant screening, interview coordination, candidate communications, recruitment tracking systems, developing recruitment timelines, and ensuring compliance with employment laws, policies, or equal employment opportunity requirements. Please identify where you gained this experience.

07

I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following: 1. A completed Coast Community College District Online Employment Application 2. A current resume (uploaded as a separate attachment - PDF recommended) 3. A cover letter (uploaded as a separate attachment - PDF recommended) 4. Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume", or "N/A" or leave blank)

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Coast Community College District

Address 1370 Adams Avenue

Costa Mesa, California, 92626

Phone 714-438-4668

714-438-4714

Website http://www.cccd.edu