People Operations Specialist

Now Hiring: People Operations Specialist Location: Corona, California (Bilingual -Spanish Required) Schedule: Full-Time | Hybrid | Monday–Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM Travel: Occasional local travel to support onsite HR functions Department: People Operations Our Mission At Inland Respite , we provide high-quality, compassionate respite care to families of individuals with developmental disabilities. Our People Operations team plays a vital role in supporting employees and ensuring operational excellence across our growing organization. Position Summary As a People Operations Specialist , you will provide critical HR support across onboarding, employee relations, compliance, documentation, and internal communication. You'll work directly with the People Operations Supervisor and staff across departments to maintain accurate HR records, respond to employee needs, and help implement HR policies and procedures. This is a highly collaborative and detail-oriented role for someone passionate about people and processes. Key Responsibilities Coordinate and facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation Support recruitment efforts : schedule interviews, screen candidates, and issue offer letters Maintain accurate employee data in the HRIS and physical personnel files Manage employee separations: conduct exit interviews , process offboarding documentation Assist with resolving employee relations issues and concerns, in collaboration with HR leadership Obtain and update Conditions of Employment for Respite Care Providers Enforce and communicate company policies , safety standards, and disciplinary procedures Track and document incident reports , flagging trends and risk areas Assist in Workers' Compensation coordination , including tracking and stakeholder communication Run HR-related reports and data analysis while ensuring confidentiality Maintain strong interdepartmental communication and employee support Process employee status changes, separations, and position updates accurately and timely Provide daily HR support, answering employee questions and resolving routine issues Escalate complex employee issues or patterns to the People Operations Supervisor Participate in special projects and support department initiatives as needed Secondary Responsibilities Conduct New Hire Orientation as needed Attend job fairs and recruitment events on behalf of the organization Assist in training and onboarding of new HR team members Provide administrative support in other departments as assigned Required Qualifications Associate's degree in human resources, Business Administration , or related field (or equivalent experience) 2+ years of experience in an HR or administrative support role Knowledge of employment law and compliance standards (e.g., EEO, ADA, FMLA, Cal-OSHA) Experience with employee documentation , onboarding, and HR file management High degree of accuracy , attention to detail, and professionalism Skilled in Microsoft Office , HRIS platforms , and cloud-based systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information in compliance with HIPAA Strong organization and time management skills Bilingual in English and Spanish (Required) Valid driver's license , auto insurance, and reliable transportation Work Environment & Physical Requirements Office-based with occasional local travel Frequent sitting and use of a computer Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs. Physical activities include walking, bending, and light travel May be required to travel via plane, train, or car Scheduling & Availability Standard hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with a one-hour lunch. Occasional extended hours based on workload and business needs. This position is primarily office-based. Hybrid work opportunities may be available based on business needs, operational requirements, job performance, and management approval. Work arrangements are not guaranteed and may be modified based on business needs and departmental requirements. Why Join Inland Respite? Competitive Salary Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays) 401(k) Plan Mileage Reimbursement (when applicable) Ongoing Training & Development Supportive, Mission-Driven Team Career Growth Opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr Inland Respite Inc