People & Culture (Human Resources) Coordinator

Purpose and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the People & Culture Director (P&CD), the People & Culture Coordinator supports and manages the daily functions of the People & Culture Department for Lumina Alliance.

To apply, submit your resume and a cover letter or personal statement about why you are interested in working at Lumina Alliance.

Job Duties

• Administer and execute People & Culture programs including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, and leave; employee relations; performance and talent management; engagement and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Provide administrative support for benefits management and workers’ compensation.
• Coordinate annual insurance renewals and maintain documentation.
• Manage confidential employee data within the HRIS system (Paycom).
• Maintain accurate and compliant employee files, including processing and verifying all personnel documents.
• Support recruitment efforts by posting positions, screening applicants, coordinating interviews, tracking applicant progress, and assisting with hiring processes.
• Facilitate new hire onboarding and assist with exit processes.
• Respond to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, supervisors, and the general public, escalating complex or sensitive matters as needed.
• Provide administrative support at Lumina’s San Luis Obispo office, including phone, email, and walk-in inquiries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Characteristics

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of California employment laws and HR best practices; SHRM-CP preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities under time constraints.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach to staff and clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including active listening.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive issues with discretion.
• Proficient with Google Workspace and HRIS systems (Paycom preferred).
• Adaptable and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in HR, nonprofit administration, and/or people operations.
• Demonstrated ability to improve internal processes and systems.
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred.

Requirements

• Must satisfactorily pass a Live Scan background check, paid for by the employer.
• Completion of Lumina Alliance’s 65-hr California State Certified Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Crisis Counselor Training (provided as on-the-job training).

Position Title: People & Culture Coordinator

Reports to: Chief People & Culture Officer

Hours: 30-40 hours per week/ Full-Time

Location: San Luis Obispo County

Salary Range: $23.00 - $25.89 (Bilingual differential of $1/hr if applicable)

Benefits

• Anthem Health Insurance- available for all employees who work at least 30 hours per week, Lumina Alliance currently covers 100% of the silver tier PPO plan premium, dependent coverage premium paid for by the employee.
• Principal Dental and Vision Insurance- available for employees who work at least 30 hours per week, Employee premium is paid by Lumina Alliance, Dependent coverage paid for by employee.
• IRA Retirement plan with employer-matching contributions
• Paid Time Off including 16 paid holidays
• Opportunities to accrue additional PTO
• Various engaging internal committees on paid time, such as the Fun Committee, DEI Committee, and many others
• Family-friendly workplace and generous pet accommodations
• Opportunities for growth within the Organization

ABOUT LUMINA ALLIANCE

Lumina Alliance is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization created by the merging of RISE and Stand Strong in July 2021. Their mission is to empower those impacted by sexual and intimate partner violence through innovative advocacy, healing, prevention programs. Services include 24/7 crisis and information line, case management, restraining order assistance, legal assistance, accompaniment and advocacy, emergency shelters, transitional housing, individual and group therapy, and robust prevention education. For more information, please visit

Lumina Alliance is an at-will and an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, religion, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Lumina Alliance is a Drug Free Workplace.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person