People Operations Lead handling HR processes and employee relations at Rocky Talkie. Overseeing hiring, onboarding, and culture initiatives for a growing outdoor brand.
Responsibilities
Own employee lifecycle management from onboarding to offboarding
Manage HR systems (Gusto, benefits platforms, performance tools, etc.)
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (with employees in multiple states and expanding into other countries)
Maintain accurate employee records, documentation, and policies
Partner with Accounting to support accurate, timely payroll and benefits administration
Be a first-line support for employee questions, concerns, and guidance
Coach managers through performance conversations, feedback, and development plans
Help navigate sensitive situations with empathy, clarity, and consistency
Support performance review cycles and ongoing feedback processes
Partner with leaders on hiring needs, job descriptions, interview design, and candidate experience
Own onboarding experience so new hires feel welcomed, supported, and clear on expectations
Support career development frameworks, learning opportunities, and internal growth
Help build simple, effective manager tools and templates
Help bring Rocky Talkie’s values to life through programs, rituals, and communication
Lead and plan company retreats, team gatherings, and culture initiatives, including Camp Rocky Talkie Summer Jam, our annual summer retreat
Keep a pulse on team engagement and morale - and help turn insights into action
Contribute to internal communications that feel human, clear, and on-brand
Requirements
5+ years of hands-on HR or People Operations experience
Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
Experience supporting managers and navigating employee relations
Experience in remote-first or distributed teams
Comfortable working in a fast-growing, evolving environment
Excellent communication skills — written, verbal, and human
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable
Able to balance empathy with accountability
Benefits
Healthcare Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision
Retirement Plan with Matching
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, and Holidays)
Paid Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability
Performance-Based Bonus
And of course, plenty of Rocky Talkie gear to fuel your next adventure!
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