Director of People Operations

Accelerate

. Oversee the People Operations Department, team, and outcomes .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • United StatesLead💰 $95,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in overseeing People Operations, managing the complete employee lifecycle, and implementing employee engagement programs. Proficient in stakeholder management, legal compliance, and fostering inclusive practices within diverse teams.

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People Operations ManagementEmployee Lifecycle OversightSHRM or HRCI CertificationStakeholder ManagementTalent Development Programs

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Hard Skills

Employee Engagement ProgramsHR Metrics ReportingOnboarding ProcessesCompensation ManagementTalent ManagementData-Driven SolutionsLegal Investigations ManagementCareer Progression ProgramsStrategy DevelopmentProcess Optimization

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailAdaptabilityTeam LeadershipCommunicationCivic Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Digital Media PlatformsTikTokYouTubeInstagramFacebookFacebook MessengerPodcastsStreaming Shows

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM CertificationHRCI Certification

Industry Keywords

People OperationsEmployee LifecycleEquity PracticesSocial ChangeBIPOC Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the People Operations Department, team, and outcomes
Oversee the complete employee lifecycle for the Central Team and incubated partners, from onboarding through retention and offboarding
Manage salary and compensation packages, growth plans, and promotion proposals
Oversee onboarding for incoming staff
Develop, implement, and manage employee engagement programs and initiatives aligned with organizational goals
Streamline and optimize HR and People Operations processes and collaborate with cross-functional teams on standardized workflows
Maintain knowledge of HR, talent management, employment law trends, best practices, regulations, and technologies
Design and implement talent development and career progression programs
Assess employee feedback and engagement survey results and implement data-driven solutions
Prepare and present reports on HR metrics, initiatives, and accomplishments
Serve as a thought partner for staff professional development and recommend training and resources
Oversee staffing changes, staff transitions, and offboarding
Manage legal investigations, accommodation processes, and sensitive HR matters
Liaise and correspond with Partners to provide or request support
Help advance the organization’s anti-racist goals and make programs more inclusive
Serve as a resource to partner networks and facilitate learning sharing
Take an entrepreneurial approach, learn new skills, and support department and Central Team needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Hold or obtain SHRM or HRCI Certification
Demonstrated commitment to social change, civic engagement with BIPOC and low-income communities
At least 5 years of experience serving as the people manager for Manager-level full-time staff
At least 5 years of experience leading a People Operations department
Experience creating strategy aligned with a fast-paced environment and centering equity in its practices
Stakeholder management skills in complex organizational structures
Ability to work in a fast-paced, frequently changing startup environment
Ability to lead hiring in high-change environments
Ability to support a team through unexpected pivots
Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team
Attention to detail and ability to get things done
Interest in digital media and platforms including TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Facebook Messenger, podcasts, and streaming shows

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibility for work and life, with a 40-hour workweek and flexible scheduling
Health care with individual premiums fully covered and cost-share for dependents
Vision and dental plans available at-cost to the individual
15 paid vacation days
6 paid holidays
3 paid floating holidays each year
7.5 paid sick days each year
Professional development funds, renewed each fiscal year
Cell phone and internet reimbursement
Co-working reimbursement option
401K contributions and matching program available at the beginning of employment
Annual office closure during the last week in December