People Operations Specialist
This hands-on role owns and supports core People Operations processes across the employee lifecycle while contributing to broader operational initiatives in a fast-moving startup environment.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the employee lifecycle from onboarding through offboarding
- Manage onboarding logistics, documentation, system access, equipment, training schedules, and cross-functional activities
- Maintain employee records, organizational information, role documentation, policies, and People Operations resources
- Support employee engagement, culture, recognition, internal events, and team-building initiatives
- Assist with performance management, feedback cycles, goal-setting processes, and employee programs
- Answer routine employee questions and escalate sensitive or complex matters
- Support HR systems, benefits, payroll coordination, and People Operations process improvements
- Support job descriptions, interview coordination, candidate communications, and recruiting workflows
- Coordinate the candidate experience throughout interviews and hiring
- Maintain recruiting documentation, interview materials, and hiring trackers
- Support the transition from candidate to employee
- Support cross-functional operational projects and company priorities
- Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, and improve internal processes
- Assist with company meetings, internal communications, team events, and operational initiatives
- Take ownership of new and evolving responsibilities
Requirements
- 2–5 years of experience in People Operations, HR, business operations, startup operations, project coordination, or a related role
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential or sensitive information
- Proactive and resourceful ownership
- Comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment
- Strong follow-through
- Familiarity with HR, project management, collaboration, or business operations tools
Benefits
- Company-issued laptop
- Technology accessories
- Annual in-person full-team meetup