HR & Talent Operations Specialist [onsite]

Verus Associates, Inc•Concord, CA

24d•$70,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Verus is seeking a versatile People & Talent Operations Specialist to report directly to our HR Manager and support the daily operations of our Human Resources team (People/Talent). In this hybrid role, you will act as a bridge between Human Resources and Talent Acquisition—supporting everything from onboarding and policy development to talent coordination, performance administration, payroll, and HRIS maintenance. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, possesses strong problem-solving skills, and is comfortable driving both strategic initiatives and day-to-day operational tasks.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or equivalent hands-on experience.
Minimum of 3 years of experience as an HR Generalist.
Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting Talent Acquisition (e.g., recruiting coordination, sourcing, or onboarding).
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with HRIS platforms, timekeeping software, and office productivity tools.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Strong interpersonal development.
Self-motivated, energetic individual with a can-do attitude.
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting Cost-Benefit Analyses is a plus.

Responsibilities

Partner with HR Team to create, document, and roll out updated HR policies, frameworks, and standardized document templates.
Monitor and evaluate HR laws against current internal procedures to ensure ongoing legal compliance.
Maintain accurate employee data and records within the HRIS.
Serve as a reliable point of contact for employee administrative inquiries, grievance resolution, and general operational support.
Partner with Talent Leadership to build recruitment strategies, manage candidate logistics, and oversee the end-to-end talent pipeline.
Draft and issue official internal documentation, including offer letters and candidate packages.
Design, coordinate, and execute the full onboarding process—managing documentation, orientation schedules, and training on company policies to ensure an exceptional candidate-to-employee experience.
Manage day-to-day benefits operations, including employee enrollment, change reporting, claims resolution, and benefit program communications (insurance, retirement plans, etc.).
Oversee the employee timekeeping system and perform payroll support duties.
Assist leadership in evaluating performance review workflows and processing approved compensation adjustments.
Develop, budget, and execute culture-building and employee engagement initiatives.
Assist leadership with addressing employee grievances and executing disciplinary actions in alignment with company policies and legal standards.