HR Operations Specialist

ABOUT THE POSITION As an HR Operations Specialist, you will help build and run the systems, processes, and programs that power our employee experience. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, loves bringing order to complexity, and takes pride in getting the details right to get things done. You'll work closely with our Senior HR Director and cross-functional partners to own the day-to-day operations of HR - from HRIS administration and benefits to compliance and process improvement. If you've been waiting for a role where you can actually build something and have the drive to make it happen, this is it. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - RESPONSIBILITIES HRIS & Data Own day-to-day administration of Rippling, including employee records, workflows, and reporting Maintain data integrity and audit employee information regularly Build and run standard HR reports for leadership and cross-functional teams Benefits & Leave Administration Administer health, dental, vision, 401(k), and ancillary benefits programs Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits questions Assist in managing open enrollment end-to-end - communications, system setup, carrier coordination Assist in processing and tracking leave requests (PTO, FMLA, state leave) in compliance with applicable laws HR Operations & Compliance Maintain and update HR policies, documentation, and the employee handbook Support multi-state compliance across employment laws, required notices, and filings Partner with payroll to ensure accuracy on new hires, terminations, and changes Support audits and reporting requirements (EEO-1, ACA, etc.) Process & Infrastructure Document and improve HR workflows - if it is informal today, you'll make it repeatable Support the buildout of Linxup's HR portal and employee-facing resources Identify gaps in current processes and propose practical solutions Recruiting Support Assist with recruiting logistics including job postings, phone screens, interview scheduling, and/or candidate coordination Support the recruiting process by managing ATS records, coordinating interviews, and processing offer letters Assist with new hire pre-boarding and ensure a smooth handoff from signed offer to Day 1 Employee Support Respond to employee HR questions with accuracy and care Handle onboarding and offboarding logistics from an HR ops perspective Be a reliable, approachable resource for employees navigating HR matters Assist with Office Operations and Culture initiatives as needed Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Required Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or a related field 3-5 years of HR operations or generalist experience Hands-on HRIS experience, data entry, reporting and workflow management (Rippling preferred) Working knowledge of benefits administration and leave management Strong attention to detail - you catch things others miss Hold yourself to deadlines without needing to be chased - you're the one following up, not the one being followed up on Ability to work independently with moderate direction - meeting deadlines and managing competing priorities Experience using Google Workspace Experience building or documenting HR processes from scratch WORK ENVIRONMENT The hours of this position are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM This position is hybrid with designated days working from the office and designated days working from home. Company promotes work/life balance to achieve maximum performance professionally and personally COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS We value hard work and on-the-job-excellence, so we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages: Position offers a competitive base salary Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 401(k) benefits are offered FTO-Flexible Time Off Policy #J-18808-Ljbffr