People Operations Specialist Jobs in Michigan

People Operations Specialist jobs in Michigan are steadily active, concentrated in automotive manufacturing, healthcare systems, and technology services, with openings at every level from coordinator through senior specialist. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor account for the largest share of postings, anchored by employers such as General Motors, Trinity Health, and Ford Motor Company. Compensation strategy, HR information systems administration, and employee experience design are among the most in-demand specialties across Michigan's market. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles122+
Top employerHomestead Health Care Services
Top cityGrand Rapids, MI
Cities hiring65
Work type67% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Flex-N-Gate
Human Resources Manager
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Flex-N-Gate
New 11h ago
Human Resources Manager
Flex-N-Gate
Shelby Charter Township, Michigan
Business Development
Events & Tourism
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
10,000+

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Pratt Industries
Human Resources Generalist
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Pratt Industries
New 13h ago
Human Resources Generalist
Pratt Industries
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
Bachelor of Science
5,001-10,000

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Briarwood Nursing and Rehab
Human Resources Payroll Coordinator
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Briarwood Nursing and Rehab
New 17h ago
Human Resources Payroll Coordinator
Briarwood Nursing and Rehab
Flint, Michigan
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Macomb County Government
Human Resources Specialist - Benefits & Retirement
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Macomb County Government
New 22h ago
Human Resources Specialist - Benefits & Retirement
Macomb County Government
Macomb County, MI
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$67k.45 - $86k.08/yr
Associate's degree

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Macomb Community College
Benefits and Insurance Manager – Human Resources
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Macomb Community College
New 23h ago
Benefits and Insurance Manager – Human Resources
Macomb Community College
Clinton Township, Michigan
Compliance & Legal
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$81k - $109k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business administration
1,001-5,000

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People Operations Specialist Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Grand Rapids
13 jobs
Flint
8 jobs
Detroit
6 jobs
Lansing
5 jobs
Kalamazoo
5 jobs
Zeeland
4 jobs
Bay City
3 jobs
Plymouth
3 jobs
Northville
3 jobs

People Operations Specialist Job Market in Michigan

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

Who's Hiring

Homestead Health Care Services
Homestead Health Care Services4 open roles
Aspirus Health
Aspirus Health3 open roles
Sodexo
Sodexo2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Distribution & Wholesale

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in people operations specialist jobs across Michigan.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
  • Two or more years of experience in HR operations, people programs, or a generalist role
  • Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or BambooHR
  • Working knowledge of Michigan employment law and federal labor regulations
  • Experience managing benefits administration, onboarding workflows, or employee data integrity
  • Strong written communication skills for policy documentation and employee-facing materials

People Operations Specialist Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a people operations specialist in Michigan?

Most Michigan employers expect a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, organizational psychology, or a closely related field as the starting point. Michigan does not require a state-issued license to work in people operations, but earning a Professional in Human Resources credential through HRCI or a SHRM Certified Professional designation strengthens your application considerably. Michigan State University and the University of Michigan both offer HR-focused programs that are well regarded by in-state employers.

How much do people operations specialists make in Michigan?

People operations specialists in Michigan earn a median of about $69,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,580 for the lowest 10% to over $110,710 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire people operations specialists in Michigan?

Employers hiring people operations specialists in Michigan right now include Homestead Health Care Services, Aspirus Health, and Sodexo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's large automotive, healthcare, and financial services sectors consistently generate the steadiest volume of people operations openings across the state.

Which Michigan cities have the most people operations specialist jobs?

Grand Rapids, Flint, and Detroit lead Michigan for people operations specialist openings. Detroit drives the largest share because of its concentration of corporate headquarters in automotive, finance, and logistics, while Grand Rapids draws demand from a growing healthcare and life sciences corridor anchored by large hospital systems, and Ann Arbor benefits from the University of Michigan's institutional footprint and a cluster of technology and research employers.

Are there remote people operations specialist jobs in Michigan?

Yes, and more than most fields, because much of the work involves digital workflows, HRIS platforms, and policy documentation that travel well outside an office. About 33% of people operations specialist openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of the role. Tasks tied directly to onboarding in-person employees or managing physical locations tend to require at least some on-site presence.

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

The most realistic entry path is an HR coordinator or HR assistant role, which gives you direct exposure to the systems and processes people operations teams run. Large Michigan employers such as Henry Ford Health, Consumers Energy, and Stellantis regularly hire at the associate level and offer structured development programs for early-career HR professionals. Completing a SHRM student membership, contributing to a university HR club, or building hands-on experience through internships at Michigan-based manufacturers or hospital systems can close the experience gap quickly.

Where can I find and apply to people operations specialist jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to people operations specialist jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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