People Operations Lead

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. Own HRIS (Rippling) administration, including configuration, integrations, data integrity, employee records, and people metrics reporting .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HRIS administration, particularly with Rippling, and maintains compliance with multi-state employment regulations. Proficient in managing employee benefits programs, performance cycles, and onboarding processes while ensuring effective communication and engagement within the organization.

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HRIS AdministrationEmployee Benefits ManagementMulti-State Employment CompliancePerformance Cycle ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

HRIS System AdministrationBenefits Program ManagementPerformance Review ManagementOnboarding Program DesignCompliance ReportingData Integrity ManagementEmployee Records ManagementFMLA KnowledgeACA ReportingI-9 Administration

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailService OrientationResponsivenessCommunication SkillsComfort Operating Without a Playbook

Tools & Technologies

RipplingHRIS Software

Industry Keywords

Employee EngagementOpen Enrollment401(k) AdministrationEEO ReportingState FilingsWorkers CompensationUnemployment ClaimsHigh-Growth Company ExperienceDistributed Workforce Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own HRIS (Rippling) administration, including configuration, integrations, data integrity, employee records, and people metrics reporting
Manage benefits programs, renewals, open enrollment, employee changes, vendors, broker, 401(k) administrator, and leaves of absence
Maintain multi-state employment compliance, including registrations, I-9s, EEO and state filings, ACA reporting, workers compensation, unemployment claims, and compliance calendar
Run performance review and promotion cycles, including timelines, system setup, communications, and calibration materials
Design and run onboarding and off-boarding programs with the Head of Operations and recruiting
Maintain employee handbook and people policies; document, roll out, and communicate policy updates
Propose and run culture, engagement, recognition, and employee-feedback programs
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee HR questions and support the People function's growth

Requirements

What you’ll need

4-7 years of progressive HR or people operations experience, including at least 3 years in a HR generalist role
HRIS system administration experience, including implementation or migration, workflow configuration, performance cycles, integrations, audit, and reporting
Familiarity with Rippling strongly preferred
Direct administration of employee benefits, including annual renewals, open enrollment, carrier and broker management, 401(k) administration, and leave coordination
Working knowledge of federal and state employment regulations for a multi-state employer, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, ACA, I-9 and E-Verify, EEO reporting, and state-specific leave and notice requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication
Comfort operating without a playbook
Exceptional attention to detail
Service orientation and responsiveness
Experience at a high-growth company of 50 to 200 employees (bonus)
Experience as the first or sole HR resource (bonus)
Familiarity with supporting a distributed or international workforce (bonus)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and equity
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k)
Monthly wellness and fitness stipend
Paid time off policy, along with company holidays
Annual company off-sites (Tahoe, Mendocino, Mexico City, San Diego, Park City)
Parent-friendly policies, remote flexibility, and paid family leave