People Operations Specialist Jobs in California
People Operations Specialist jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, with demand concentrated in technology, venture-backed startups, healthcare systems, and enterprise software companies and openings at every level from coordinator to senior specialist. San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego anchor the bulk of hiring, where companies like Google, Salesforce, and Kaiser Permanente maintain large people operations teams. The most in-demand specialties include HR technology administration, employee experience design, and people analytics. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Boiling Point is a growing Taiwanese Hot Soup specialty restaurant with currently 16 locations in the US and Canada. At Boiling Point, we are a team that believes in \Honesty, Royalty, and Reliability\ as our core business model with a mission to bring great food to a wide audience. We believe in ensuring that every customer receives the best quality food and the most authentic Taiwanese food dining experience possible.
We are looking to expand and are in need of candidates with a positive, motivated attitude that would love to grow with the company. We would love for you to join us and be part of the Boiling Point family!
Purpose/Summary:
Responsible for assisting with recruiting, onboarding, training, and other HR duties
Duties & Responsibilities:
o Recruits and interviews all potential candidates for all positions across the organization including posting job openings, processing job applications, managing resumes, arranging interviews, updating candidates, and will assist with new hire orientation
o Responsible for maintaining all employee data in a HRIS and physical filing system including but not limited to hiring, transfers, terminations, performance reviews, leave of absences, FMLA, time off, and benefits information
o First point of contact for employees that require assistance with issues relating to HR related issues relating to benefits, health insurance, retirement planning, training, and development and education assistance
o Assists in workers compensation, unemployment, garnishments, and other required items as needed
o Avoids legal challenges by complying with legal requirements
o Assists HR Manager and/or Generalist with various research projects and/or special projects
o Maintains manager and employee confidence by keeping human resources information confidential
o Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications
Accomplishes human resources and organization
o May assist in scheduling training, compiling training material, managing training attendance and/or conducting employee training on an as-needed basis
o Must be knowledgeable of all safety codes per BP's guidelines
o Ensure compliance with BP’s code of ethics, integrity and conduct
Minimum Qualifications:
o 2 years of experience working in an administrative/HR capacity
o Friendly attitude with excellent customer service skills
o Able to multitask and work in a team environment
o Must be proficient in computer knowledge including MS Office Suite products
o High School diploma preferred
o All candidates are subject to a background check and employment verification process
Physical demands:
o Ability to continuously stand or walk
o Ability to bend and lift 10 pounds occasionally
Work environment:
o Work will be conducted in an office environment
o May encounter temperatures ranging from 32 degrees to 425 degrees around equipment in the kitchen if needed to enter that area
o May occasionally walk on slippery surfaces
o Noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud
We’ve come a long way since we opened our first location in 2004. But our goal still remains the same: to bring an authentic Taiwanese dining experience to a wider audience. We’re always looking for people who share our passion for great food and good times. Expand your horizons and gain valuable skills as a part of one of the fastest growing companies in North America!
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 / hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Life insurance
- Employee discount
Job Type: fulltime
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education: High school degree
Work location: On-site
Boiling Point is a growing Taiwanese Hot Soup specialty restaurant with currently 16 locations in the US and Canada. At Boiling Point, we are a team that believes in \Honesty, Royalty, and Reliability\ as our core business model with a mission to bring great food to a wide audience. We believe in ensuring that every customer receives the best quality food and the most authentic Taiwanese food dining experience possible.
We are looking to expand and are in need of candidates with a positive, motivated attitude that would love to grow with the company. We would love for you to join us and be part of the Boiling Point family!
Purpose/Summary:
Responsible for assisting with recruiting, onboarding, training, and other HR duties
Duties & Responsibilities:
o Recruits and interviews all potential candidates for all positions across the organization including posting job openings, processing job applications, managing resumes, arranging interviews, updating candidates, and will assist with new hire orientation
o Responsible for maintaining all employee data in a HRIS and physical filing system including but not limited to hiring, transfers, terminations, performance reviews, leave of absences, FMLA, time off, and benefits information
o First point of contact for employees that require assistance with issues relating to HR related issues relating to benefits, health insurance, retirement planning, training, and development and education assistance
o Assists in workers compensation, unemployment, garnishments, and other required items as needed
o Avoids legal challenges by complying with legal requirements
o Assists HR Manager and/or Generalist with various research projects and/or special projects
o Maintains manager and employee confidence by keeping human resources information confidential
o Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications
Accomplishes human resources and organization
o May assist in scheduling training, compiling training material, managing training attendance and/or conducting employee training on an as-needed basis
o Must be knowledgeable of all safety codes per BP's guidelines
o Ensure compliance with BP’s code of ethics, integrity and conduct
Minimum Qualifications:
o 2 years of experience working in an administrative/HR capacity
o Friendly attitude with excellent customer service skills
o Able to multitask and work in a team environment
o Must be proficient in computer knowledge including MS Office Suite products
o High School diploma preferred
o All candidates are subject to a background check and employment verification process
Physical demands:
o Ability to continuously stand or walk
o Ability to bend and lift 10 pounds occasionally
Work environment:
o Work will be conducted in an office environment
o May encounter temperatures ranging from 32 degrees to 425 degrees around equipment in the kitchen if needed to enter that area
o May occasionally walk on slippery surfaces
o Noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud
We’ve come a long way since we opened our first location in 2004. But our goal still remains the same: to bring an authentic Taiwanese dining experience to a wider audience. We’re always looking for people who share our passion for great food and good times. Expand your horizons and gain valuable skills as a part of one of the fastest growing companies in North America!
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 / hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Life insurance
- Employee discount
Job Type: fulltime
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education: High school degree
Work location: On-site
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People Operations Specialist Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Target15
- Marriott International5
- Talent Xpanse4
- California State University4
- ADP3
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Construction & Real Estate
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Trucking
- Distribution & Wholesale
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in people operations specialist jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Two or more years of HR generalist or people operations experience
- Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, BambooHR, or Rippling
- Knowledge of California labor law, including wage and hour requirements
- Experience supporting full-cycle recruiting or onboarding programs
- Strong data analysis skills and comfort working with people metrics and dashboards
People Operations Specialist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a people operations specialist in California?
Most people operations specialists in California start with a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or psychology and then move into an HR coordinator or generalist role to build hands-on experience. California does not require a state-issued license for this role, but earning a Professional in Human Resources credential through HRCI or a SHRM-CP certification strengthens candidacy considerably. Many California employers, particularly in tech, also value direct experience with California-specific compliance requirements around leave law and wage and hour rules.
How much do people operations specialists make in California?
People operations specialists in California earn a median of about $83,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $52,770 for the lowest 10% to over $151,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire people operations specialists in California?
Employers hiring people operations specialists in California right now include Target, Marriott International, and Talent Xpanse, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters, large healthcare networks, and high-growth startups means hiring activity tends to stay consistent across the Bay Area and greater Los Angeles throughout the year.
Which California cities have the most people operations specialist jobs?
Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco have the most people operations specialist openings in California. The distribution reflects the concentration of technology company headquarters and enterprise employers in the Bay Area, the entertainment, media, and healthcare employers driving demand in Los Angeles, and the biotech and defense industries that anchor hiring in San Diego.
Are there remote people operations specialist jobs in California?
Yes, and more than many HR roles, because much of people operations work involves systems administration, policy development, and data analysis that translates well to remote or hybrid arrangements. About 38% of people operations specialist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the strong tech employer base that normalized distributed work. Tasks tied to in-person onboarding, office culture programs, or benefits enrollment events tend to require on-site presence most often.
How can I get hired as a people operations specialist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an HR coordinator or people operations associate role at a mid-size California technology or healthcare company, where generalist exposure builds quickly. Large California employers like UC Health systems and Bay Area tech firms regularly hire through new-grad rotational programs and HR internship pipelines. Moving laterally from office management, executive assistance, or recruiting coordination is common and recognized. Earning a SHRM-CP or completing a California community college certificate in human resources management gives candidates without experience a concrete credential to lead with.
Where can I find and apply to people operations specialist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to people operations specialist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly.
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