HR People Operations Specialist, Irvine CA

People Operations Specialist (HR)

Location: Irvine, CA

Pay: $45-55/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Type: Temp-to-Hire

MUST HAVE SEVERAL YEARS OF RELEVANT HR EXPERIENCE

We are seeking a polished and people-focused People Operations Specialist to support a fast-paced HR team. This individual will serve as the face of the organization , delivering a high-touch, white-glove onboarding experience while supporting core HR operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys employee interaction, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is eager to grow within HR.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Support & Experience

• Act as the first point of contact for employee inquiries across HR support channels, ensuring timely and professional responses
• Deliver a warm, polished, white-glove onboarding experience for all new hires
• Lead engaging new hire orientation sessions covering company policies, benefits, and resources
• Support employee programs such as recognition and anniversary initiatives

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Manage end-to-end onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a seamless and consistent experience
• Partner cross-functionally with HR, IT, Payroll, and Benefits teams
• Monitor background checks and follow up or escalate as needed

HCM & Data Administration

• Maintain and update employee data throughout the full lifecycle (onboarding through offboarding)
• Coordinate payroll-related updates and ensure accuracy in partnership with Payroll
• Support benefits-related employee changes and documentation
• Prepare employee letters and HR documentation in alignment with policies

Compliance & Operations

• Maintain accurate HR records in compliance with applicable regulations
• Support audit readiness and compliance reporting
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and workflow optimization
• Assist with HR projects, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Build strong cross-functional relationships with internal stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• 3+ years of HR or People Operations experience
• Experience with ADP required; HireRight preferred

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Highly polished, professional, and client-facing
• Warm, friendly, and thrives in a people-centric role
• Strong collaborator and team player
• Demonstrates sound decision-making and an outcome-driven mindset
• Adaptable and comfortable navigating change
• Proactive problem-solver with the ability to escalate when needed

Preferred Backgrounds

• HR Coordinator
• People Operations Specialist
• Talent Acquisition Coordinator
• HR Generalist
• HR Operations

Why This Role

• Strong opportunity for career growth and advancement
• Exposure to multiple areas within HR/People Operations
• Potential for conversion with expanded compensation and benefits

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.