Human Resources Assistant Jobs in California
Human Resources Assistant jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in corporate headquarters, healthcare systems, technology companies, and entertainment studios at every level from entry-level coordinator support to senior HR generalist assistant. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego lead hiring volume, with major employers like Kaiser Permanente, Salesforce, and Disney maintaining large HR teams across the state. The most in-demand specialties include benefits administration, HRIS data management, and onboarding coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Overview
The HR Assistant provides professional customer service and ensures that employee and visitor needs are met. Answers phones, directs calls, and takes accurate, detailed messages. Ensures that the lobby/hallway is always neat, clean, and well organized.
Responsibilities
- Maintains a professional front office.
- Consistently practices professional phone etiquette.
- Answers general HR questions.
- Accurately takes messages and relays information to HR Staff.
- Assists with projects that can be performed at the front desk, such as:
- File Maintenance
- Information packets for benefits, new employees, and orientation
- Assists with returning checks to Payroll
- Processes Verifications of Employment and Verification of Income.
- Assists with creating ID badges as directed.
- Assists candidates with online application process as needed.
- Processes Federal and State withholding forms.
- Maintains employee licensures/certifications.
- Completes EDD Employer Claim Forms.
- Enters HRIS employee changes into HRIS System.
- Logs garnishment documents and scans to Payroll in a timely manner.
- Logs Subpoena documents and coordinates processing in a timely manner.
- Receives incoming paperwork and distributes to appropriate staff member the same day.
- Maintains an organized desk area to ensure items are not misplaced or lost.
- Distributes incoming mail on a daily basis.
- Consistently demonstrates good health and safety habits, and proper body mechanics.
- Assists recruiter with onboarding process as needed.
- Practices Infection Control and Universal Precautions techniques.
- Demonstrates and promotes dependability through consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Demonstrates an understanding of all emergency procedures and codes.
- Actively promotes a safe work environment.
- Attends required in-service training classes.
- Attends 80 percent of staff meetings; although meetings may be informal.
- Answers telephones, assists walk-in traffic.
- Assists HR staff as needed.
- Assists with filing and file maintenance.
INTERPERSONAL CHALLENGES
- Able to meet the basic health requirements for employees of San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, including required tests and TB skin test or chest x-ray.
- Emotional maturity to carry out the duties of the position.
- Demonstrates an understanding of quality issues and performance improvement processes.
- Participates in performance improvement teams and processes as directed.
- Extends special attention and sensitivity to all patients, visitors, physicians, and fellow associates.
- Assists in maintaining an atmosphere of cooperation with other departments and allied professionals.
- Demonstrates respect and cooperation in all staff relationships, and a genuine willingness to prevent or resolve interpersonal conflicts.
- Demonstrates the ability to participate in and/or implement team decisions.
- Actively participates in and encourages actions that promote good public relations with patients, families, visitors, and the community.
- Accepts change as an opportunity for growth, learning, and development; adapts to changing procedures and goals in a cooperative and positive manner.
- Maintains confidentiality regarding employee information.
- Handles difficult situations discretely and in a professional manner.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training/Experience: High school graduate or equivalent required. Requires basic computer skills, good communication, organizational & prioritization skills. One year Human Resources experience preferred.
Licenses/Certifications: None
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Human Resources Assistant Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Taco Bell83

- Abercrombie & Fitch75

- Amazon55

- Finish Line24

- KFC21

Top Industries Hiring
- Retail195
- Food & Beverage143
- Education48
- Hospitality & Tourism39
- Consulting & Professional Services28
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in human resources assistant jobs across California.
- PHR or aPHR certification preferred by many California employers for career advancement
- Associate or bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Proficiency in HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or SAP SuccessFactors
- Working knowledge of California labor law including CFRA, CCPA, and wage-and-hour regulations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for employee relations and documentation tasks
- Experience supporting recruiting, onboarding, benefits enrollment, or leave administration processes
Human Resources Assistant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a human resources assistant in California?
Most California employers require at least an associate degree in human resources or business, though many prefer a bachelor's degree. California does not issue a state license for HR assistants, but earning the Associate Professional in Human Resources credential through HRCI or the SHRM Certified Professional credential signals readiness to employers. Completing coursework in California labor law, including wage-and-hour rules and leave regulations, gives candidates a practical edge in local hiring.
How much do human resources assistants make in California?
Human resources assistants in California earn a median of about $57,590 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $41,300 for the lowest 10% to over $78,370 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire human resources assistants in California?
Employers hiring human resources assistants in California right now include Taco Bell, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of large hospital networks, technology headquarters, and entertainment studios means HR assistant roles appear across a wide range of industries throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most human resources assistant jobs?
San Diego, Sacramento, and Los Angeles account for the most human resources assistant openings in California. Los Angeles drives volume through its entertainment, healthcare, and logistics sectors, San Francisco and San Jose reflect the Bay Area's dense technology and financial services employers, and San Diego's biotech and defense industries sustain consistent HR hiring in that market.
Are there remote human resources assistant jobs in California?
Yes, and they are more common than in many administrative roles. About 3% of human resources assistant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves digital records, HRIS platforms, and virtual onboarding. Tasks tied to in-person employee relations, I-9 verification, or on-site orientations are more likely to require a physical presence.
How can I get hired as a human resources assistant in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for HR coordinator or administrative assistant roles within large California employers, then transferring into a dedicated HR assistant position. Kaiser Permanente, UCLA Health, and major California county governments run structured new-grad and intern programs that feed into entry HR roles. A completed SHRM student membership, coursework in California labor law, or a certificate from a California community college HR program strengthens applications when direct experience is limited.
Where can I find and apply to human resources assistant jobs in California?
You can find and apply to human resources assistant jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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