Hybrid Human Resource Generalist - Bilingual (Spanish/English) at Eureka Recycling

Description

HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST - BILINGUAL (SPANISH/ENGLISH) 

Updated:  August 2025

Reports to: Director of Human Resources

Terms:  Regular full time, exempt; eligible for a hybrid model of onsite and remote work and which may vary according to business need.

Compensation:   $55,000-$65,000 annually

Benefits: Health insurance, long-term disability and life insurance premiums paid 100%, dental insurance premium shared, employer contribution to 403(b) retirement plan after 6 months of employment. Access to FSA/HSA health savings accounts, and various ancillary insurance plans. PTO and paid holidays.

Primary Purpose

Eureka Recycling is seeking a Bilingual Human Resources Generalist to support and administer a broad range of HR functions, including recruitment and hiring, onboarding, employee relations, payroll support, training coordination, and employee record-keeping. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in an employee-supported and community-oriented environment. With approximately 130 employees and a strong Open Door Policy, Eureka Recycling offers a highly engaged, mission-driven workplace. The HR Generalist will interact regularly with employees across all departments, playing an active role in supporting a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Responsibilities of the Bilingual Human Resources Generalist

• Administers the recruiting process using an applicant tracking system; coordinates pre-employment and post-offer steps and supports recruitment for the internship program.
• Works closely with supervisors to address staffing needs and follows through with recruiting activities in a timely and thorough manner.
• Develops and maintains new hire, term, and change checklists to ensure completion of onboarding, offboarding, and various employment change tasks. 
• Provides support to employees and supervisors for HR transactions such as personal information updates, new hires, and job changes, while maintaining data confidentiality.
• Coordinates and facilitates in new hire orientation sessions and helps ensure understanding of organizational policies.
• Contributes to improving internal HR processes to promote efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Coordinates administrative aspects of employee terminations, including documentation, communication, and offboarding steps.
• Assists with benefits administration, including open enrollment, employee communications, and small-group presentations.
• Leads on Equal Employment Opportunity reporting with applicable agencies
• Communicates work rules in conjunction with HR Director on employment policies, legal requirements, and provisions of the union contract.
• Administers leave of absence processes and ensures compliance with FMLA and other applicable leave laws.
• Coordinates the random drug testing program for drivers and equipment operators and supports DOT compliance.
• Provides administrative support across HR functions, including file maintenance, correspondence, and tracking of key HR activities and timelines.
• Participates in HR projects such as internal audits, communication initiatives, and document translation.
• Develops and maintains presentations to support training, compliance, and remedial initiatives.
• Contributes to cross-functional team efforts that support the organization’s culture and mission, including projects outside traditional HR responsibilities.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and demonstrates a high level of integrity in all HR practices.
•  Supports and reflects the organization’s mission and commitment to a respectful, employee-supported workplace.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s      degree in Human Resources or a minimum of 2–3 years of relevant HR      experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge      of HR-related laws, regulations and practices.
• Proficient      in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong      organizational skills and ability to keep digital and paper records      information up-to-date.
• Must be      detail-oriented and use precision and accuracy in dealing with data.
• Ability      to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Must be      self-directed and reliable.
• Interested      in working with a diverse workforce and community and promoting growth      within the organization in regards to equity and inclusion. 
• Excellent      oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Fluent in Spanish, able to translate from English to Spanish with ease.
• Experience using HRIS or payroll system technology
• Commitment to community-based, non-profit, or environmental work and mission

Working Conditions

Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work, and occasional travel.

Affirmative Action Policy Statement:

Eureka ensures equal opportunities for all employees and job applicants, prohibiting discrimination or harassment based on various factors, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, marital status, public assistance status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other characteristic protected by law.