People Operations Specialist

We're on the hunt for a dynamic People Operations Specialist to become a key architect of our HR strategies. As we grow and evolve, your role will be crucial in steering our human resources to new heights. Are you ready to harness your strategic prowess in a vibrant, fast-paced setting? We're looking for someone who not only has a robust expertise in performance review systems and HR policy development but also brings a deep passion for transformative leadership training. The ideal candidate will resonate with the uplifting philosophy of Joyous and embrace the transformative potential of psychedelics. Come, make a lasting impact with us!

Location:

• This role will be located onsite at our HQ in San Mateo, CA

Responsibilities:

• Translating the business strategy to a people strategy including, but not limited to: organizational health and effectiveness, creation of workforce principles and planning, location strategy, mission-vision-strategy and values with Joyous culture in mind, etc.
• HR Policies and Processes: Create scalable HR policies and processes to support our expansion and ensure policy compliance across all levels and alignment with our core values.
• Building and implementation of cross organizational processes
• Performance Management: Develop and oversee a performance review system tailored to our company size, fostering continuous feedback and growth.
• Culture and Employee Development: Spearhead initiatives to enhance workplace culture, including leadership training, continuous education programs, and employee development plans focusing on internal mobility and skill enhancement.
• Internal Communication: Design and implement effective communication strategies to share high-level plans and growth opportunities with the workforce, ensuring transparency and engagement.
• Workplace Experience: Enhance the workplace experience to align with our philosophy of joy, including understanding and integrating the benefits of psychedelics in fostering a positive and innovative work environment.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of HR experience, ideally in a fast-growing company.
• Demonstrated experience in performance management, HR policy development, and HR practices.
• Strong understanding of leadership development, employee engagement strategies, and continuous learning programs.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively convey high-level plans and engage with the workforce.
• Deep understanding of the philosophy of joy and openness to the positive aspects of psychedelics.
• Certification or experience in HRBP (Human Resources Business Partner) is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage across cultures and geographies.