Generalist - People Operations

Overview

Third Plateau is a social impact and philanthropy consulting firm. We partner with nonprofits, philanthropists, families, and the public sector to achieve transformative, community-centered impact.

Base pay range: $105,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

Note: This range is provided by Third Plateau. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

What You'll Do

The People Operations Generalist (Associate Director) plays a vital role in ensuring a smooth, inclusive, and people-centered employee experience at Third Plateau. This role is responsible for executing day-to-day HR operations, supporting employee relations, and partnering with managers and staff to foster a positive workplace culture. The Generalist will serve as a trusted resource for employees and supervisors while ensuring compliance with firm policies and employment laws.

• Payroll & Benefits Administration

• Oversee and process semi-monthly payroll, including onboarding, terminations, leave management, deduction changes, and generating reports
• Troubleshoot payroll issues and ensure systems integrate effectively with finance and other providers
• Partner with the payroll provider to manage payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Benefits Management: Administer employee benefits including open enrollment, invoicing, and ad-hoc changes; analyze employee surveys and support benefit design discussions with leadership; coordinate open enrollment logistics and enrollment troubleshooting
• 401(k) Administration: Process semi-monthly 401(k) contributions and maintain data accuracy with Fidelity

• Employee Lifecycle & Performance Management

• Onboarding & Offboarding: Manage end-to-end onboarding logistics, benefits enrollment, background checks, and 401(k) setup; develop personalized onboarding plans with hiring managers
• Performance Management: Lead the annual review process using Lattice, train staff on tools, and assist leadership with calibration during reviews

• HR Operations & Employee Engagement

• Operational Support: Provide day-to-day HR support, maintain systems, answer employee questions, and manage timekeeping and expenses
• Audit and update SOPs to align with compliance requirements
• Cultural Stewardship & Employee Relations: Engage in team-building, development, and culture initiatives; address employee concerns and coach managers

• Recruitment & Talent Development

• Recruitment: Manage full-cycle recruitment with hiring managers; facilitate debriefs and candidate selection
• Talent Development: Maintain job descriptions and skills frameworks; support development programs

• HRIS & Data Management

• HRIS Management: Oversee Paylocity, Lattice, Lever, Ethena; ensure data integrity and automate where possible
• Reporting & Data Analysis: Generate payroll, benefits, and performance reports; build dashboards for workforce insights

• Policy & Compliance Oversight

• Leave Management: Administer FMLA, ADA, parental and medical leave; guide employees and managers on processes
• Policy Creation & Updates: Draft policies and maintain the employee handbook
• Compliance & Reporting: Manage filings and audits with regulatory bodies and ensure adherence to employment laws

What You'll Need

• 5+ years of professional experience in Human Resources
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple projects and deadlines calmly
• Proficiency with technology and a track record of improving processes and systems for scalability
• Comfort with HR platforms (e.g., Paylocity, Lattice, Tilt, Ethena)
• Excellent listening, writing, and oral communication skills

Benefits

• Remote-First Approach
• Flexible & Generous Time Off
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you, with employer contributions toward dependent coverage
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• Employer contribution up to $825 to Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, DCFSA, and Commuter)
• Home office stipend up to $550, with $250 annually thereafter
• $110 cell phone and home internet stipend
• 13 weeks paid parental and medical leave
• Annual year-end bonus based on company and individual performance
• $500 annually for well-being
• Access to curated learning opportunities and team-based growth experiences

Application Deadline

Deadline: 5pm Pacific Time, September 19, 2025

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? We encourage you to apply. Third Plateau is committed to Equity & Belonging and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds. Equal employment opportunity statements apply.

Employment info

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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