People & Culture Coordinator

WSC is a premier water/wastewater consulting engineering firm recognized for successful planning, design, program management, construction management and energy solutions support for utilities, water districts, energy providers and more throughout California and the Pacific Northwest. WSC is a next generation consulting leader that meets our clients where they are, providing insight, and redefining the possibilities through a high standard for hands-on service, innovation, quality, and visionary leadership.

Recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in our business, we are actively seeking to hire an entry level Facilities Coordinator who aligns with our passion for delivering outstanding service and high-quality results. This position is based out of one of our California offices which are in San Luis Obispo, Ontario, San Diego, Folsom, and Laguna Hills.  

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented coordinator to join our People & Culture team on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in Human Resources and gain hands-on experience in a supportive learning environment. The People & Culture Coordinator will support the HR department in various administrative tasks, assisting with the day-to-day HR operations to ensure the smooth functioning of the team.

What You Will Do 

• Support the onboarding process by preparing new hire paperwork, coordinating orientations, assisting with employee file management, and gathering feedback from onboarding surveys to recommend process improvements.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs, or direct them to the appropriate HR team member.
• Help with recruitment tasks, including posting job ads, scheduling interviews, and processing background checks.
• Assist with benefits administration, including enrollment, changes, and answering employee questions about benefits.
• Assist with organizing employee engagement initiatives and team-building activities as an active member of the WSC Rocks! committee, helping to foster a positive workplace culture.
• Prepare HR-related reports as requested (e.g., employee turnover rates, headcount, etc.).
• Support the HR team with various administrative tasks, including filing, data entry, and document management.
• Manage employee recognition programs, including anniversary gifts, milestone celebrations, birthdays, and other life events, ensuring timely and thoughtful recognition of employees’ contributions and achievements.
• Assist with maintaining employee records and updating HR databases (new hires, terminations, changes in employee status, etc.)
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR policies and procedures.
• Travel to office locations in California and Oregon to ensure safety compliance and build rapport with teams in person
• Manage LMS system, ensuring compliance with state and local regulations for training as well as effective delivery of internal training as needed
• Support HR technologies – HRIS system updates and management, Performance Review administration, Video Interview platform coordination, ATS assistance

What You Bring 

• Commitment to learning, personal growth, and team development
• Excellent time management, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills
• Ability to develop solutions for problems as they occur
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Organized, detail-oriented, especially when under pressure
• Ability to remain focused in an environment with potential distractions and interruptions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary or sensitive information
• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or in pursuit of a Human Resources or related degree.
• 2+ years of administrative related experience 

Rate of Pay Range: The hourly rate for this position is $28.00 - $33.00 and may be more or less depending on experience.

Work Schedule: This is a part-time position, with an estimated workload of 20-29 hours per week. There is potential for this role to transition to full-time based on broader HR needs within the company. We offer flexible scheduling options, including adjustments to accommodate school schedules if needed.

Who We Are

At WSC, we foster a people-centric culture where we care deeply about client relationships and see our coworkers as part of a big family. We have received recognition as one of the Best Places to Work and as a Fast-Growing Firm by Inc. Magazine’s national workplace survey and our staff. We believe there are always opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, and we prioritize supporting each other in that process.

We make it easy for you to enjoy the work you love by providing great benefits. With an attractive compensation package including competitive salary, 401(k) plan, ESOP (employee stock ownership plan), employer paid short- and long-term disability, holiday pay, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, fitness, and health benefits program, we have you covered!

WSC is committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. As such, we do not make hiring or other employment-related decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability status, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, generic information or characteristics, veteran, military or family status, or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws