People Operations Manager

Mountain View, CA, United States

Position Announcement: People Operations Manager Mountain View, CA

Title: People Operations Manager

Business Unit: People Operations & Workplace Services

Work Schedule: Hybrid

Status: Full-Time

FSLA Status: Exempt

Date Submitted: February 2023

JOB SUMMARY

The Sobrato Organization is looking for a dedicated, self-motivated and resourceful People Operations Manager to support our team in ensuring smooth and efficient business operations. The People Operations Manager will support the employee’s life cycle which includes, but is not limited to, the pre/on-boarding process by collecting, reviewing for accuracy, and maintaining employment on-line documents and records according to established regulatory and legal guidelines. They will have primary responsibility for oversight of payroll and benefits administration, HR systems administration, and employee files compliance and management. Additionally, contributes to the on-boarding, staff events, and other HR-related activities and projects as directed by their manager. The People Operations Manager will also be expected to recommend new policies, practices and procedures to continually improve our best-in-class services. Our ideal candidate is passionate about people and takes initiative to ensure the health and growth of our employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Job Responsibility 1: People Operations Management

45% of Time

Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations

Plan and direct employee engagement events, which promote a high-performing, inclusive, and mission-driven culture

Maintain awareness of industry best practices for data maintenance handling as it relates to your role

Adhere to policies, guidelines and procedures pertaining to the protection of information assets

Serves as consultant to on HR matters such as, FLSA, FMLA, CFRA, ADA regulations, Workers Compensation, and employee communications

Interfaces with benefits administration team and third-party administrators; participates in annual benefits renewal and open enrollment processes; interfaces with employees in resolving benefits issues

Manages payroll-related activities and projects, develops and maintains HR database and portal

Act as point person for all payroll related issues

Oversight of Employee Handbook and assists in updating, identifying and drafting new policies and procedures

Manages wellness initiatives and wellness events

Handles the ergonomic assessment process

Responds to unemployment claims within the designated timeframe

Ensures all employment posters are up to date in the assigned areas

Assist in the administration of employee risk management including safety programs, workers compensation, and other compliance trainings

Compose and distribute general Human Resources correspondence, such as those announcing any policy revisions

Conducts exit interviews for junior level roles, files the appropriate documentation and supports with the separation process

Conducts and analyzes exit interview data

Supports talent management initiatives, such as performance management, yearly review process, and employee development programs

In partnership with the Director of People Operations & Workplace Services, develop and deliver training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge

Job Responsibility 2: HR Systems Administration

20% of Time

Maintain and audit accurate employee records and ensure data integrity in all HR systems

Provides assistance with coordinating workflows and process

Organizes and systematizes paper and electronic HR documents and files

Improve HR practices, for consistency and efficiency as well as provide recommendations for innovative and value-added HR programs; leading the implementation and evaluation of such programs when applicable

Assists with reporting and research

Job Responsibility 3: New Hire Onboarding Experience

15% of Time

Oversees the new hire on-boarding activities

Create and manage an engaging new hire onboarding process, which includes pre-employment activities through orientation in partnership with the Hiring Managers, and works with Workplace Services and IT staff for office/IT needs

Facilitate the orientation program, and procure all necessary paperwork for payroll, and new hire trainings

Interfaces with all levels of staff and external relations on HR-related issues using appropriate discretion, sensitivity, and professionalism. Understand the business environment, strategy and department needs

Lead onboarding efforts for all positions which includes background checks, I-9s and new hire orientation

In partnership with the Director of People Operations & Workplace Services, organizes staff activities and events such as employment anniversaries, special events, etc.

Supports the Director of People Operations & Workplace Services with performance management and employee engagement activities

Job Responsibility 4: Recruiting

15% of Time

Support the recruitment efforts for TSO, including but not limited to:

Manage job postings (create, upload, close out in ADP)

Work directly with all hiring managers on all open roles

Resume/applicant coordination: create job folders, download, track for use by People Operations and Hiring Managers

Track applicants for positions

Facilitate screening processes and paperwork

Work with the Director of People Operations & Workplace Services to put processes in place for recruiting workflows

Track all roles in the Vacancy Tracker on Box

Job Responsibility 4: Other projects as assigned

5% of Time:

Perform duties, special assignments and projects as requested by manager

Education / Training

A bachelor’s degree, preferably commensurate experience, may be considered

6 - 8+ years of human resources experience at companies with 50 or more employees

Experience/Technical Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Expert with meeting collaboration tools

Strong understanding of general human resource principles and policies

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Proven track record of being reliable, prepared, responsive, eager to learn, and encouraging

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate

Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

Proficiency with Office 365 and other computer systems/database management in a Mac and cloud-based environment

Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn Asana

Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems

Effectively execute assigned daily tasks, manage multiple competing priorities, and work within tight deadlines, while maintaining a high-level of quality, accuracy and confidentiality

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with leadership and collaborate with colleagues to achieve goals and deliver on priorities

ORGANIZATION

Reports to: Director of People Operations & Workplace Services

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