People Operations Specialist

Workstream; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Workstream is seeking an experienced Human Resources Specialist to support HR functions including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compliance, benefits administration and payroll processing.

The ideal candidate balances employee needs with organizational goals, fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture, and can handle confidential information with discretion. 3–5 years HR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a management or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations and employee support.
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Lead recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding processes.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Administer employee benefits, leave programs, and HR processes.
• Address employee relations issues professionally and confidentially.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning and employee engagement.
• Monitor employee satisfaction and promote a positive workplace culture.
• Coordinate disciplinary actions and performance improvement processes.
• Stay current on changes in employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Process biweekly/semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Review time records, hours, overtime, PTO, bonuses, and payroll adjustments.
• Process new hires, terminations, pay changes, promotions, and deductions.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay and payroll records.
• Coordinate payroll-related tax filings and wage reporting.
• Reconcile payroll reports and correct discrepancies.
• Work with accounting and management as needed.
• Stay current with applicable payroll and employment requirements.

Skills

Employee relations

Recruitment

Onboarding

Performance management

Compliance

Benefits administration

Payroll processing

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Administration

Job description

Workstream is seeking an experienced Human Resources Specialist to support HR functions including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compliance, benefits administration and payroll processing.

The ideal candidate balances employee needs with organizational goals, fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture, and can handle confidential information with discretion. 3–5 years HR experience is preferred.