People Operations Specialist

Teacher Created Materials is a company that has been creating effective educational materials for nearly 50 years. They are seeking a People Operations Specialist to enhance employee experiences through operational excellence and support the HR operations across the U.S.

What you'll do:

• Serve as a trusted HR resource by providing exceptional support to employees and managers throughout the employee lifecycle
• Administer and continuously improve People Operations processes, ensuring they are efficient, accurate, compliant, and employee-focused
• Manage employee leave of absence programs, partnering with employees, managers, and vendors to ensure a seamless experience and compliance with applicable laws
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems while ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of employee data
• Partner with the Human Resources team to improve processes, implement new initiatives, and enhance the overall employee experience
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local employment laws while supporting audits and HR reporting
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve operational efficiency, and leverage technology to better support employees
• Contribute wherever needed within our small HR team, taking ownership of special projects and helping build a best-in-class People Operations function

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1–3 years of experience in Human Resources, People Operations, employee services, or HR administration
• Highly proficient with business technology, including Microsoft Excel, AI-powered productivity tools, and presentation software, with the ability to quickly learn new platforms and create polished reports, presentations, dashboards, and employee communications
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• A customer-service mindset with a genuine passion for helping people
• Strong judgment and the ability to maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive employee information
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach with a desire to continuously improve processes rather than simply maintain them
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn new areas of Human Resources
• You have experience administering employee leave programs such as FMLA, CFRA, ADA accommodations, disability, or paid family leave
• You've worked with an HRIS such as Paycom or another Human Capital Management platform

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays
• 401(k) with discretionary employer match
• Childcare reimbursement support
• Plus more!