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Join Vivalon and Make a Difference in Marin County

For more than 72 years, Vivalon has empowered older adults and people with disabilities in Marin County to live active, healthy, and connected lives. Recognized 10 times as one of the Best Places to Work in the North Bay, Vivalon is a mission-driven organization where collaboration, compassion, and community impact are at the heart of everything we do.  At Vivalon, we are dedicated to promoting the independence and well-being of older adults throughout Marin County. 


We are seeking an experienced Temporary HR Generalist to provide hands-on support to our Human Capital team during a transitional period. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can quickly step in to support critical HR operations. This position is expected to last a minimum of two months and may be extended based on organizational needs. 


Position Summary

The Temporary HR Generalist will provide operational and administrative support across the employee lifecycle, including recruiting, onboarding, training compliance, workers' compensation administration, payroll support, benefits administration, and leave tracking. This role serves as a key resource for employees and managers while helping ensure compliance with employment laws, organizational policies, and HR best practices. 


Key Responsibilities

Recruiting & Onboarding

  • Coordinate pre-employment activities, including background checks, drug screenings, physicals, and license verification.
  • Manage onboarding workflows and new hire documentation through Paylocity.
  • Facilitate employee orientation and onboarding activities.
  • Maintain accurate personnel and recruitment files.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for new hires. 

Workers' Compensation & Safety

  • Administer workers' compensation claims and related documentation.
  • Coordinate with employees, supervisors, insurance carriers, and medical providers.
  • Track claim activity and maintain accurate records.
  • Assist with OSHA recordkeeping and safety-related administration. 

Training & Compliance

  • Assign and track required training programs.
  • Monitor completion of mandatory compliance training.
  • Generate training reports and support compliance audits.
  • Maintain training documentation and records. 

Payroll, Benefits & Leave Administration

  • Support payroll processing and HRIS data maintenance.
  • Assist employees with Paylocity access and questions.
  • Track leaves of absence and maintain related records.
  • Support benefits enrollment and employee status changes.
  • Process HR transactions accurately and timely. 

General HR Support

  • Respond to employee questions regarding HR policies and procedures.
  • Prepare reports and assist with audits.
  • Maintain confidential employee records.
  • Support special projects and Human Capital initiatives as assigned.


Requirements:

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 2-4 years of progressively responsible HR experience.
  • Experience supporting employee relations, onboarding, leave administration, workers' compensation, and compliance activities.
  • Experience with Paylocity or similar HRIS systems strongly preferred.
  • Working knowledge of California and federal employment laws.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and attention to detail. 


Position Details

  • Status: Temporary, Full-Time
  • Duration: Minimum of 2 months; extension possible based on business needs
  • Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on qualifications and experience


Vivalon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification. 






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Temporary HR Generalist
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Location
San Rafael, California, United States
Published
Oct 22, 2026
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Oct 22, 2026
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