Human Resources Coordinator II

THE COMPANY AND TEAM Acumen, LLC provides government agencies with high-quality, impartial research and analytical tools to inform decision-making. The activities that we perform reflect the general principle that providers, policy makers, and public citizens should have the best available evidence upon which to base their choices. The Acumen HR Department is dedicated to developing, retaining, and supporting a diverse and productive workforce. We provide meaningful programs, policies, and services to maximize individual potential and meet Acumen’s business goals.

THE ROLE The Human Resources Coordinator II (HR Coordinator II) supports daily Human Resources operations and serves as an on-site HR contact in either the Burlingame, CA or Los Angeles, CA office. This role involves supporting employee lifecycle processes (onboarding, offboarding, performance management), benefits administration, employee records, and payroll assistance. The HR Coordinator II also contributes to company-wide HR initiatives and employee programs, playing a key role in ensuring a positive employee experience and the smooth functioning of HR operations. This is a full-time, on-site position. This role offers the opportunity to improve and streamline HR processes and directly contribute to a positive employee experience across the organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, service-focused, and passionate about HR best practices in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

WHAT YOU’LL DO Under general supervision, the HR Coordinator II performs some combination of the following job functions:

• Employee Lifecycle Support • Manage onboarding tasks: background checks, new hire paperwork, and orientation delivery • Serve as point-of-contact for new employees during onboarding • Conduct new hire check-ins and help evaluate onboarding effectiveness • Support offboarding processes, including exit paperwork and system updates • Benefits & Payroll Support • Support annual benefits open enrollment and related communication • Assist with bi-monthly payroll processing and personnel changes • Provide support with benefits questions and coordinate employee status updates • Records & Systems Management • Maintain accurate employee records, including personnel files, OrgChart, and emergency contact info • Support HRIS updates and reporting as needed • Help manage updates to the company’s internal HR web pages • Employee Engagement & Communication • Act as first point-of-contact for general employee HR inquiries • Assist with planning and coordination of company events and wellness initiatives • Help support internal HR communications and training initiatives • Compliance & Special Projects • Assist with immigration paperwork, audits, and related compliance tasks • Stay informed on employment laws and assist in ensuring regulatory compliance • Contribute to cross-functional HR projects and process improvements