GHJ Search and Staffing · 10 hours ago
Senior Human Resources Manager
Bakersfield, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expGHJ Search and Staffing is seeking a strategic and hands-on Senior Human Resources Manager to lead and elevate the HR function within a growing agriculture organization. This role involves partnering closely with leadership to support employees, strengthen compliance, and develop leaders while ensuring efficient HR operations.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Lead all HR operations including employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and HR policies
Oversee and manage payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and agriculture-specific regulations
Partner with leadership to train, coach, and develop managers on people leadership, performance management, and best HR practices
Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on workforce planning, organizational development, and culture initiatives
Manage benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and wellness initiatives
Drive continuous improvement of HR processes, systems, and documentation
Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies aligned with business needs
Handle employee relations matters with professionalism, discretion, and empathy
Maintain accurate employee records and HR reporting
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (HR certification preferred)
5 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership or senior-level responsibility
Strong knowledge of payroll, wage and hour laws, and employment compliance
Proven ability to train and influence leaders at all levels
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable operating both strategically and tactically
Preferred
Experience in Agriculture, Manufacturing, or similar regulated environments
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (company covers 50% of premiums)
4% 401(k) match
3 weeks of paid time off
Supportive, collaborative, and family-oriented company culture
A company that genuinely invests in employee growth and development
Long-term stability within a respected agriculture organization
Company
GHJ Search and Staffing
GHJ Search and Staffing is the recruiting arm of GHJ, a national accounting and advisory firm.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase