HR Operations Specialist – Entry Level

Stanfordlivetickets; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University is seeking an HR Support 1 to assist with a broad range of administrative and transactional HR processes. You will be the first point of contact for policy questions and will escalate to senior staff as needed.

This 100% operational role involves maintaining information systems, preparing documentation, and processing necessary paperwork in line with university guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or combination of education and relevant experience required.
• Experience in administrative or customer support services preferred.
• Familiarity with HR processes and university guidelines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as initial contact for HR policy and process questions and escalate as needed.
• Process compensation-related transactions and respond to benefits questions.
• Support HRIS/People Analytics data entry, reporting, and record retention.
• Assist with performance management and onboarding/offboarding processes.
• Support talent acquisition activities including job postings and scheduling.
• Process high-volume HR transactions in the HCM system per SOPs and policies.
• Maintain confidential HR records and ensure compliance with policies and laws.
• Coordinate administrative tasks such as conference rooms and approvals.
• Foster an inclusive workplace culture and participate in training tracking.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Stanford University is seeking an HR Support 1 to assist with a broad range of administrative and transactional HR processes. You will be the first point of contact for policy questions and will escalate to senior staff as needed.

This 100% operational role involves maintaining information systems, preparing documentation, and processing necessary paperwork in line with university guidelines.