People Operations Manager Jobs in Washington

People Operations Manager jobs in Washington are in consistent demand, with the greatest concentration in technology, healthcare, and enterprise services sectors that define the state's economy. Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond anchor the market, and major employers with deep Washington roots, including Amazon, Microsoft, and Boeing, maintain ongoing needs at every level from early-career generalists to senior HR business partners. The most sought-after specializations are HRIS implementation, workforce planning, and employee relations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles74
Top employerTarget
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring31
Work type50% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Muckleshoot Indian Bingo
Human Resources Manager
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Human Resources Manager
Muckleshoot Indian Bingo
Auburn, Washington
Business Development
Customer Success
Bachelor's degree in psychology
201-500

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Children's Therapy Center
Senior Human Resources Partner
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Senior Human Resources Partner
Children's Therapy Center
Kent, Washington
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$39.3 - $49.78/hr
Bachelor's degree in business administration
11-50

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Muckleshoot Casino Resort
Human Resources Manager - Bingo
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Human Resources Manager - Bingo
Muckleshoot Casino Resort
Auburn, Washington
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Brinc
Human Resources Business Partner
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Human Resources Business Partner
Brinc
Seattle, Washington
Solutions Architecture
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$110k - $180k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree

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SEIU 775 Benefits Group
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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SEIU 775 Benefits Group
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Senior Human Resources Business Partner
SEIU 775 Benefits Group
Seattle, Washington
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
$89k.91 - $104k.15/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business administration
51-200

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People Operations Manager Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Kent
5 jobs
Auburn
4 jobs
Yakima
4 jobs
Renton
3 jobs
Tacoma
3 jobs
Redmond
3 jobs
Spokane
3 jobs
Richland
3 jobs

People Operations Manager Job Market in Washington

A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Target
Target3 open roles
Boeing
Boeing2 open roles
Amazon
Amazon2 open roles

What Washington Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in people operations manager jobs across Washington.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field
  • Three or more years of progressive HR generalist or people operations experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, BambooHR, or UKG
  • Experience leading full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and performance management programs
  • Knowledge of Washington State employment law, including paid family and medical leave requirements
  • PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred by most Washington employers

People Operations Manager Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a people operations manager in Washington?

A bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field is the standard starting point for this role in Washington. There is no state-issued license required, but Washington employers heavily favor candidates who hold SHRM or HRCI certification, such as the SHRM-CP or PHR. Gaining experience as an HR coordinator or generalist at a Washington employer first, then building skills in HRIS systems and Washington-specific employment law, is the most reliable path into a people operations manager role.

How much do people operations managers make in Washington?

People operations managers in Washington earn a median of about $165,530 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $108,830 for the lowest 10% to over $271,380 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire people operations managers in Washington?

Companies currently hiring people operations managers in Washington include Target, Boeing, and Amazon, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's density of large technology firms and major healthcare systems means openings appear consistently throughout the year rather than in seasonal bursts.

Which Washington cities have the most people operations manager jobs?

Seattle, Kent, and Auburn have the most people operations manager openings in Washington. Seattle and Bellevue drive the largest share of demand, anchored by the region's headquarters-heavy technology and life sciences industries, while Redmond's concentration of enterprise technology campuses generates a steady stream of openings even outside the broader metro hiring cycle.

Are there remote people operations manager jobs in Washington?

Yes, and more than most fields. People operations work is largely desk-based and system-driven, making it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 50% of people operations manager openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly Washington's technology employers have adopted flexible work. Roles focused on HRIS administration and workforce analytics tend to offer the most location flexibility, while positions with heavy onsite employee relations responsibilities are more likely to require in-office presence.

How can I get hired as a people operations manager in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing an HR coordinator or HR assistant role at a Washington employer and building toward a manager title from within. Large Washington-based technology companies including Amazon and Microsoft run structured HR associate programs designed for recent graduates, and regional healthcare systems such as Providence and MultiCare regularly hire entry-level HR generalists who can grow into operations roles. Earning a SHRM-CP credential or completing a SHRM student chapter membership while in school demonstrates commitment and gives candidates a concrete edge in a competitive applicant pool.

Where can I find and apply to people operations manager jobs in Washington?

You can find and apply to people operations manager jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings from employers actively hiring. Find a role that fits your experience and apply directly to the employer through the listing.

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