Human Resources Manager

Responsibilities

• Design and execute recruitment plans for farm labor and seasonal staff
• Lead interviews, onboarding, and orientations in English and Spanish
• Communicate new hire paperwork and role expectations in employees' preferred language
• Collaborate with leadership to maintain adequate staffing to meet production needs
• Ensure adherence to California labor laws, including agricultural wage, hour regulations, breaks, and overtime
• Oversee compliance with federal programs such as Farm Labor Contractor licensing and H-2A where applicable
• Maintain accurate personnel files and I-9 documentation in line with regulatory requirements
• Translate and convey policies, procedures, and notices in both English and Spanish
• Serve as the primary contact for employee relations, grievances, and resolution
• Communicate workplace topics clearly to Spanish-speaking staff
• Conduct investigations and disciplinary actions in a fair, culturally aware manner
• Promote an inclusive, respectful, and culturally sensitive workplace
• Manage payroll processing with precise timekeeping, piece-rate tracking, and wage calculations
• Explain compensation structures and benefits in both languages
• Assist staff with inquiries on wages, benefits, sick leave, and workers’ compensation
• Ensure compliance with Cal/OSHA and agricultural safety standards
• Deliver safety training, including heat illness prevention and field sanitation, in both languages
• Manage workers’ compensation claims and coordinate return-to-work programs
• Develop and deliver training for employees and supervisors in English and Spanish
• Ensure understanding of workplace policies and procedures across the workforce
• Support performance management and leadership development initiatives
• Develop, translate, and enforce company policies and the employee handbook
• Maintain HR records and prepare management reports
• Support audits, inspections, and compliance reviews
• Assist with general business insurance requests

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
• At least five years of HR experience, ideally in agriculture, farm labor contracting, or similar labor-intensive settings
• Extensive knowledge of California employment law
• Fluent in English and Spanish, both written and spoken
• Ability to lead meetings, trainings, and investigations in both languages
• Capability to translate HR documents and explain complex policies to Spanish-speaking staff
• Strong understanding of California labor and agricultural regulations
• Experience managing a diverse, multilingual, seasonal workforce
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Cultural awareness and the ability to build trust with field employees
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and the Microsoft Office suite

Technologies

• HRIS platforms
• Microsoft Office

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Overview

We are seeking a strategic HR Manager to guide all HR initiatives, including talent acquisition, employee relations, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes proactive change management, workforce planning, and leadership development to support organizational growth in an agricultural setting. Bilingual communication in English and Spanish is required to effectively engage field staff and supervisors.

Pay

USD 85,000 - 110,000 per year

Work Location

Onsite in Napa, CA