People Operations Manager

ACI Learning

. Own full-cycle recruiting for all open requisitions, including sourcing, screening, interview coordination, offers, and candidate communication .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, and candidate communication, while effectively managing payroll processes and compliance. Proficient in utilizing AI tools to enhance HR workflows and improve People Operations systems.

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Full-Cycle RecruitingAI Tools UtilizationPayroll ProcessingATS AdministrationEmployee Relations

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Hard Skills

Talent AcquisitionPayroll ProcessingPerformance ManagementRecruiting Process ImprovementData Integrity Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsCritical ThinkingIndependence

Tools & Technologies

HRISATSADPPeople Ops PlatformsAI Recruiting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-CPSHRM-SCPPHRSPHR

Industry Keywords

People OperationsEmployee Relations CaseworkCompensation ManagementMulti-State SUI ComplianceLean Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own full-cycle recruiting for all open requisitions, including sourcing, screening, interview coordination, offers, and candidate communication
Manage time to fill and requisition throughput across the organization
Support hiring managers and manage expectations during volume or market-related challenges
Build scalable recruiting processes and funnels
Use AI tools to improve sourcing, screening, candidate communication, payroll, and HR documentation
Process and administer biweekly payroll
Coordinate with Finance on payroll-related compliance, including tax withholding, multi-state SUI, and income withholding orders
Support performance management processes and documentation
Handle employee relations cases and determine when to escalate or resolve independently
Advise managers and directors across the organization
Administer HRIS, ATS, and related People Ops platforms, including configuration, workflows, permissions, data integrity, and maintenance
Improve People Ops processes and systems as the company scales
Cross-train and provide backup support for onboarding, offboarding, promotions, records management, and other People Operations processes
Grow toward full ownership and management of HR and people-related processes under the strategic direction and oversight of the VP of People Operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

5-8 years of experience in People Operations/HR, including direct, hands-on ownership of a Talent Acquisition function
Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or a directly related field, or equivalent additional directly related work experience in lieu of a degree
Demonstrated use of AI tools in actual recruiting or HR workflows
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
Track record of moving requisitions quickly and keeping time-to-fill down
Ability to operate independently across multiple functions with minimal oversight
Strong written and verbal communication skills
SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR credential preferred
Hands-on ATS and/or HRIS administration experience preferred
Payroll processing experience and ADP or comparable platform experience preferred
Employee relations casework and performance management process design experience preferred
Experience building or significantly improving recruiting processes or systems preferred
Experience in a lean or rapidly scaling organization preferred
Compensation management experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the 1st of the month after hire
Four weeks of paid parental or medical leave
Flexible PTO policy
Sick time
Eight paid holidays
401(k) retirement plan
One free course each year after 90 days
Tuition assistance