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HR Specialist

ExplorUS
Department:HR
Type:REMOTE
Region:USA
Location:San Diego, CA
Experience:Mid-Senior level
Estimated Salary:$65,000 - $85,000
Skills:
HRISMICROSOFT OFFICEWORDEXCELCALIFORNIA EMPLOYMENT LAWSRECRUITMENTONBOARDINGCOMPLIANCEHOSPITALITY INDUSTRYMARINA SETTING
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Job Description

Posted on: February 15, 2026

Human Resources Specialist We have an immediate opening for a knowledgeable HR Specialist with hospitality industry experience to support our network of marinas across California. This remote role plays a key part in fostering a positive employee experience across multiple locations, ensuring compliance with California employment laws, and supporting the unique needs of a seasonal, hospitality-driven workforce. The ideal candidate is a detail-driven, well-organized HR professional located in Central or Southern California who brings in-depth expertise in state-specific employment laws and regulations. If you bring hands-on HR experience and enjoy working in a fast-paced, outdoor recreation-focused environment, this is the opportunity for you. Essential Duties Include:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in compliance with company policy and upload documentation into the HRIS as required.
  • Support managers and payroll to ensure accurate timecard reporting, including compliance with state-mandated meal and rest break regulations.
  • Coordinate full-cycle recruitment activities including job postings, applicant screening, interview scheduling, and onboarding of new hires.
  • Serve as an HR resource to management, assisting with employee documentation, benefit communications, and compliance with workplace policies.
  • Uphold strict confidentiality and ensure timely handling of workers' comp claims, unemployment responses, and other employment-related documentation.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Position Requires:

  • 4 years of responsible HR Specialist or Generalist experience, preferably in a hospitality environment. Prior experience in a marina setting highly desired.
  • Extensive knowledge of California employment laws is required.
  • Demonstrated excellence in customer service and a strong commitment to teamwork
  • Proven ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and discretion
  • Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage positively with diverse personalities
  • Must be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities efficiently
  • Central or Southern California residency preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel

Education: Professional HR certification highly preferred (PHR, SHRM) College degree, preferably HR focused is desired. HS Diploma is required. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status and all other status protected by law.

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