HR Assistant on a Flower Farm (Agriculture/Nursery)

Join our great HR team as an HR Assistant to support the daily operations of our fast-paced flower nursery. You will play a crucial role in the full employee lifecycle for both seasonal and permanent field personnel, including recruiting, onboarding, payroll processing, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Onboarding: Assist with recruiting field personnel, conducting new hire orientations (often in both English and Spanish), and ensuring all onboarding documentation (I-9s, tax forms) is completed accurately.
• Seasonal Support: Assist in managing the seasonal workforce, including proper documentation, contract management, and adherence to specialized agricultural labor regulations. Peak seasons/holidays require additional hours to be worked on Saturday mornings.
• Payroll & Records Management: Maintain accurate digital personnel files, manage time tracking for field staff, monitor attendance/absenteeism, and documentation.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including OSHA, field sanitation standards, and accurate employee file audits.
• Employee Relations: Act as a front-line point of contact for employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, or company policies.
• Administrative Support: Process worker’s compensation claims, assist with benefits enrollment, and support employee engagement activities, such as recognition events.

Qualifications & Skills

• Languages: Fluent English and Spanish
• Experience: At least 1-2 years of experience in HR, administrative support, or a fast-paced environment. Experience in the agriculture industry is preferred!
• Tech Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and experienced with HRIS or ATS systems.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail (for compliance), excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; associate's degree in human resources or business is a plus.

Working Conditions

• This is an office-based role, but you may occasionally work in the nursery/field environment to assist with employee relations activities.
• Fast-paced environment requires the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, especially during peak planting/harvest seasons.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (files, office supplies).
• Must be able to sit for long periods, with occasional walking on uneven surfaces in the nursery

Benefits and Salary

· PPO Health Insurance (employer pays most of premium)

· 401K with Employer Match

· PTO/Holiday Pay/Sick Pay

· Life Insurance

· Starting pay is $22.00 HR-$26.00 HR (Annual salary up to $54,000) 

Equal Opportunity Employer