People Operations Manager (Part-Time, with Full-Time Potential)
Location: This position is fully remote and may be performed from any of the following states where the company is currently registered to do business: New Jersey, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Pennsylvania.
Type: Part-time (25 hours per week), with the possibility to grow into full-time (40 hours)
About Us
We are seeking a
People Operations Manager to join our team during a critical growth phase. This is a hands-on role that will support managers and employees across the full employee lifecycle while helping shape the culture across the organization.
This position begins as part-time (25 hours/week) with flexible scheduling, and has strong potential to transition into a full-time role for a high-performing candidate as our business evolves.
Why Join Us?
- Shape HR processes during an exciting growth phase.
- Work directly with leadership and make a meaningful impact on employee experience and company culture
- Access external HR consulting expertise for additional support
- Opportunity to grow into a full-time role
Responsibilities
- Culture & Engagement
- Assist in creating and fostering a positive and inclusive culture in a remote work environment during an active growth phase
- Assist with planning employee events, volunteer opportunities, and company-wide meetings
- Support performance review and feedback processes
- Employee Lifecycle & Operations
- Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring smooth employee transitions
- Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data
- Partner with leadership on recruitment activities including job postings, candidate screening, and interview coordination
- Assist with payroll coordination and benefits administration
- Oversee employee expense processes
- Employee Relations & Compliance
- Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR policies and procedures
- Support employee relations, including performance management and conflict resolution
- Ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws, including ACA and EEOC filings, with access to external HR consulting resources for support
- Projects & Process Improvement
- Partner with leadership on HR initiatives such as updating the employee handbook and improving HR processes
- Contribute to policy development that balances compliance with company values
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
- 3-5+ years of HR Generalist/People Operations experience, preferably in a small to mid-sized company
- Experience supporting organizational change (mergers, acquisitions, or integrations strongly preferred)
- Experience with ACA and EEOC compliance processes
- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
- Proficiency with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust at all levels
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Bonus Points
- SHRM-CP certification (or willingness to pursue) is a plus
Perks
- Part-time: 25 hours per week with flexible scheduling across time zones.
- Growth opportunity: High-performing candidates may transition into a full-time, role.
- Compensation and Benefits: $35–$45/hour, based on experience. The position is eligible for any state mandated benefits in addition to the Company’s 401k plan with match
- Remote: Fully remote
Work Environment
This is a fully remote role that requires standard computer-based work and frequent communication via video conferencing, email, and chat. Occasional travel may be required for company meetings or events.
Compensation: From $35.00 to $45.00 per hour
