The People Operations Manager supports employees across their lifecycle, coaches leaders and managers on performance and development, helps attract and retain talent, leads engagement and culture initiatives, and maintains HR compliance. The role partners with leaders on employee relations and people challenges, improves HR processes, and promotes a positive, supportive workplace culture.
Let's be honest. Great companies aren't built by policies and processes alone, they're built by great people. We're looking for a People Operations Manager who loves helping teams succeed, building strong relationships, and creating an employee experience that people genuinely enjoy being a part of. This isn't just an HR role. You'll be a trusted partner to leaders, a coach to managers, a champion for employees, and someone who helps shape the culture of our organization.
This is a full-time, salary, exempt position.
This is a full-time, salary, exempt position.
A day in the life as a Wood Rodgers' People Operations Manager
While there is no typical day in HR (which is part of the excitement of working in HR), there are a few things that you can count on:
- Support employees throughout their journey with us
- Coach leaders and managers on performance and development
- Help attract, onboard, and retain great talent
- Lead engagement and culture initiatives
- Keep us compliant while maintaining a people-first approach
Qualifications & Skills
- 5+ years of HR experience
- Strong employee relations and coaching skills
- A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset
- Someone who can balance business needs with genuine care for people
You'll be a great fit if you:
- Enjoy partnering with leaders to solve people challenge
- Love creating a positive and engaging work environment
- Are comfortable navigating employee relations conversations
- Believe HR can be both strategic and human
- Like improving processes and finding better ways to support employees
If you're passionate about creating workplaces where people can do their best work and enjoy doing it, we'd love to connect.
A note on salary pay ranges
The range does not reflect geographic variations and may fluctuate above or below the stated amount. Offers will be based on several factors, including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, and location. Base pay is just one part of the comprehensive compensation package offered by Wood Rodgers. If you feel you meet the requirements but may be outside of the pay range, please apply anyway and let’s talk about it.
How we elevate your game
Joining Wood Rodgers comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey.
- A Unique Culture: An engineering firm that doesn’t feel like one. We are inventors that ask, “why not?” with leadership that empowers employees to grow, challenge convention, and develop creative solutions. We throw big parties, get random days off, and constantly are shown how the company reinvests in our employees rather than corporate bottom-lines. These all help build a great culture, but at the core are great people; people who want to learn, teach, help, and collaborate.
- Teamwork: experience what being a part of the Wood Rodgers family feels like. Be inspired by your leaders, be encouraged and cheered on by your teammates to live a big life, personally and professionally, while you work with us. Visit our website to get a feel or check us out on social media @woodrodgersinc!
- Learning + Development: take on leadership development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grow to your potential as a leader from the minute you’re hired.
About
At the core of our organizational ethos lies a straightforward yet powerful philosophy: we believe in assembling a dynamic team of individuals who bring diverse perspectives and unwavering passion to the table. Our commitment extends beyond mere recruitment; we are dedicated to nurturing and perpetuating a legacy company. This endeavor is fueled by a collective sense of identity that binds us together, coupled with a robust company culture that serves as the bedrock of our shared values and aspirations. Click the link below for a glimpse into life at Wood Rodgers:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_yLQguW2zQ
Wood Rodgers, Inc. Oakland, California, USA Office
180 Grand Ave., Suite 775, Oakland, United States, 94612
Wood Rodgers, Inc. Pleasanton, California, USA Office
3875 Hopyard Road, Suite 345, Pleasanton, United States, 94588
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