People Operations Specialist

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and people-centric People Operations Specialist to join our growing team. Reporting directly to the People Operations Manager, this role is responsible for supporting the day-to-day HR operations while also leading the full-cycle recruitment process. This is a critical role for ensuring a positive employee experience, maintaining smooth internal processes, and attracting top talent to our organization.

What you'll do

Recruiting (Full Lifecycle Ownership)

• Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and define job requirements
• Create and post job descriptions across relevant platforms
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, scheduling, interviewing, and offer negotiations
• Maintain and optimize applicant tracking system (ATS) and recruitment metrics
• Coordinate candidate communications and ensure a smooth and professional candidate experience
• Support employer branding and talent pipeline initiatives

HR Operations Support

• Assist the People Operations Manager in executing HR programs, initiatives, and daily operations
• Maintain employee records and HRIS data with accuracy and confidentiality
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including documentation, scheduling, and systems setup
• Help manage benefits administration, compliance documentation, and company policies
• Respond to employee inquiries and escalate as needed

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in HR, recruiting, or people operations roles
• Experience managing full-cycle recruiting in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in HR systems and tools (bonus points for Rippling & Google Workspace)
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Preferred Qualifications

• You thrive in a fast-paced environment where you’ll wear multiple hats
• Familiarity with employment laws and HR compliance practices
• Previous experience working in the mental health field or a related healthcare setting is strongly preferred.
• Passion for building inclusive, engaging, and high-performing workplace cultures