People Operations Associate
Core
Supporting frontline employees in the Central Region by overseeing HR processes, compliance, and employee relations to foster a positive workplace culture.
Role type
HR Operations Associate (Employee Relations & Lifecycle)
Builds
Employee experience and operational HR processes for transit network partners
Domain
Public transportation technology
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis (via careerplan.io/jobs/8855790002-people-operations-associate-at-via)
Required skills
Employee lifecycle management, workers' compensation claims, employment law compliance, employee relations, payroll administration, benefits administration, union relations
Preferred skills
Experience with unionized workforces, recruiting support, community event representation
Technologies
HRIS systems, payroll platforms, benefits administration tools
Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle processes including onboarding and offboarding; Handle workers' compensation and unemployment claims; Serve as employee advocate for inquiries and investigations; Lead employee engagement and recognition initiatives; Support payroll and benefits administration; Partner on recruiting efforts; Lead sensitive employee relations matters including terminations; Represent the company at job fairs and community events; Collaborate with central HR teams on process improvements.