About this role
People Operations Specialist
We're looking for a part-time People Operations Specialist to manage day-to-day HR support across multiple business units. You'll be involved with benefits administration, payroll accuracy, HRIS data management, employee onboarding and offboarding, and compliance activities. This is an in-office role as you will work closely with employees and managers across the organization. Days and work hours can be flexible.
Key Responsibilities
Benefits & Retirement Administration
• Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, voluntary benefits, and retirement plans.
• Manage employee enrollments, terminations, qualifying life events, and coverage changes in benefits and payroll systems.
• Administer 401(k) plans and employee stock programs, including enrollments, contributions, and reporting.
• Administer COBRA and workers' compensation programs.
Leave & Payroll Administration
• Administer leave programs including FMLA, disability, and company leave policies.
• Ensure payroll accuracy by validating start dates, stop dates, pay rate changes, and documentation of raises and promotion changes.
• Process payroll election changes and ensure all changes are accurately reflected in payroll systems.
• Collect, track, and input hours and leave information to meet payroll deadlines.
HRIS & Data Management
• Maintain and audit employee data in the HRIS, including job changes, leave status, workers' compensation coding, and compliance records.
• Ensure all employment documentation is completed accurately and maintained in accordance with company policies.
• Support audits related to personnel files, I-9 documentation, payroll, and benefits.
Recruitment & Onboarding
• Coordinate recruiting efforts including job postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, and offer preparation.
• Facilitate onboarding and orientation for new employees.
• Coordinate offboarding activities, exit interviews, and separation documentation.
Policies & Compliance
• Assist with employee handbook updates, HR policies, and internal procedures.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
Qualifications
Required
• 3+ years of HR experience, with emphasis on HR operations and benefits administration
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms and strong attention to data accuracy
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and accountable work style
• Collaborative, team-focused approach with a customer-service orientation
Preferred
• Experience with benefits platforms and payroll systems
• Knowledge of ERISA, ACA compliance, and state employment law
• Familiarity with 401(k) administration and retirement plan compliance
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent)
Essential Functions
This is a part-time in-office position. Essential functions include working in an office environment during business hours, using computers and HRIS systems for extended periods, and maintaining direct availability for in-person communication with employees and managers across multiple business locations. $28-32 hourly