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HR Outsourcing, Fractional HR & Professional Development in Bakersfield, CA

Full-spectrum HR for Bakersfield employers — HR outsourcing, fractional HR services, benefits administration, background checks, and SHRM-approved professional development programs.

65+
Years in HR
500+
Employers Served
24-Hr
Response Guarantee
All 50
States Covered

HR Challenges Facing Bakersfield Businesses Right Now

California employers face evolving labor laws, rising compliance complexity, and a competitive hiring environment. Bakersfield businesses in Kern County need a trusted HR partner to stay ahead of changes and protect their workforce.

65+
Years in HR

Catapult has served employers across California and all 50 states since 1959 — deep experience navigating every labor law cycle and compliance challenge.

500+
Employers Served

From small businesses to 500+ employee organizations, Catapult delivers the same expert HR support to Bakersfield employers that large corporations get — without the overhead.

2025–26
Active Compliance Deadlines

California labor law updates are in effect. Catapult monitors state and federal changes and updates your policies proactively — before penalties arise.

Serving Bakersfield (93306, 93307, 93304) and surrounding Kern County

HR Services Available to Bakersfield, CA Employers

Services are provided remotely — no local office required. California-specific HR expertise, 24-hour response.

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Benefits Administration

ACA compliance, carrier EDI, COBRA, and open enrollment built around Bakersfield market rates and California mandates.

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HR Outsourcing

Fully managed HR operations — onboarding to offboarding — giving Bakersfield employers a complete HR department without the overhead.

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Fractional HR

Dedicated fractional HR professionals providing strategic HR leadership, policy development, and workforce planning — on-demand expertise without the cost of a full-time hire.

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Background Checks

FCRA-compliant screening — criminal, employment, education verification, and reference checks available in all 50 states.

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Virtual Training

HRCI and SHRM-approved online programs — harassment prevention, manager readiness, DEI, and compliance training.

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Corporate Onsite Training

Instructor-led training at your Bakersfield location — customized to your industry, culture, and workforce needs.

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Deep Expertise in Bakersfield’s Key Industries

Bakersfield’s economy spans Technology, Entertainment & Media, Healthcare, Agriculture — sectors where Catapult’s advisors have deep, hands-on workforce experience.

  • Technology: Expert HR outsourcing, compliance, and workforce management for Bakersfield technology employers in Kern County.
  • Entertainment & Media: Expert HR outsourcing, compliance, and workforce management for Bakersfield entertainment & media employers in Kern County.
  • Healthcare: Expert HR outsourcing, compliance, and workforce management for Bakersfield healthcare employers in Kern County.
  • Agriculture: Expert HR outsourcing, compliance, and workforce management for Bakersfield agriculture employers in Kern County.
  • Finance & Banking: Expert HR outsourcing, compliance, and workforce management for Bakersfield finance & banking employers in Kern County.
  • Zip codes served: 93306 • 93307 • 93304 • 93305 • 93301 and throughout Kern County.
Jill Feldman — Catapult HR

Your HR Leadership Team

Jill Feldman

VP of HR Solutions


“Bakersfield employers face a unique mix of California regulatory complexity and local labor market conditions. Our team stays ahead of both so you can focus on growing your business.”

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The Catapult HR Team Behind Your Business

Certified HR professionals dedicated to serving employers across the US — from small businesses to 500-person organizations.

Stephanie Dillon

Stephanie

Lead HR Advisor

Linda Hunter

Linda

Senior HR Advisor

Karol Dixon

Karol

HR Advisor

Cindy Satter

Cindy

HR Advisor

Breni Malpass

Breni

HR Advisor

Jill Feldman

Jill

VP of HR Solutions

Kendra Stewart

Kendra

Director of HR Solutions

Rated 5.0 on G2 and Trustpilot

“Catapult took our entire benefits and compliance operation off our hands. We stopped worrying about missed deadlines and started focusing on growing the business. Worth every dollar.”

— VP of Operations, Professional Services Firm

FAQ — HR Services in Bakersfield, CA

Common questions from Bakersfield and Kern County business owners.

What HR services does Catapult provide in Bakersfield, CA?

Catapult provides HR outsourcing, employee handbooks, benefits administration, compliance monitoring, background checks, and professional development training to Bakersfield employers. We serve businesses of all sizes throughout Kern County and the surrounding area (93306, 93307, 93304).

How does Catapult handle California employment law compliance?

Our compliance team monitors California labor law changes in real time. We proactively update your handbook, policies, and HR procedures before deadlines hit, protecting Bakersfield employers around the clock.

Does Catapult have a local office in Bakersfield?

Catapult is a remote-first HR partner. We serve Bakersfield businesses via phone, video, and secure online platforms — no local office required. We guarantee a 24-hour response to every Bakersfield client inquiry.

How quickly can Catapult onboard a Bakersfield business?

Most Bakersfield clients are fully onboarded within 2–4 weeks. Our implementation team handles system integrations, policy setup, and employee communications so you experience zero disruption.

What industries does Catapult specialize in for Bakersfield?

We have direct experience serving Technology, Entertainment & Media, Healthcare employers — cornerstone industries of Kern County’s economy. Our HR strategies are built around the real workforce challenges these sectors face in California.

Serving Bakersfield & Kern County

Catapult provides remote-first HR services to businesses across Bakersfield and the greater Kern County area in California.

Service Area & Contact

Catapult HR — Bakersfield, CA

📍 Remote-first — no local office required

📞 (866) 440-0302

info@letscatapult.org

🕐 Mon–Fri 8am–6pm EST

Zip codes: 93306 • 93307 • 93304 • 93305 • 93301

24-Hour Response Guarantee

Every Bakersfield inquiry receives a personal response within one business day.

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Ready to Simplify HR in Bakersfield?

Get a free, no-obligation HR assessment built specifically for your Bakersfield business. We’ll review your compliance gaps and show you exactly how Catapult can help.

  • Free initial consultation — no obligation
  • California-specific compliance review included
  • Response within 24 business hours
  • Serving Bakersfield and Kern County