People Operations Coordinator

About CAC

The Center for Action and Contemplation (CAC) exists to support transformation and inspire loving action in the world through the teaching of Christian contemplative wisdom and practices. Internally, we are working to create a healthy work environment that is grounded in the values of the tradition that we represent. Our mission drives us forward, but our team is at the heart of everything we do.

About the Job Opportunity

The People Operations Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting CAC’s people-centered processes across the entire employee lifecycle. This position is critical to fostering a positive workplace culture, assisting with various HR functions, and balancing administrative tasks with culture-building initiatives.

The Coordinator helps maintain accurate employee records, supports recruitment and onboarding processes, and assists with HR compliance needs. Additionally, this role serves as a key point of contact for employee inquiries, facilitates engagement initiatives, and contributes to the implementation of people operations strategies that align with CAC’s transformative work.

Who You Are

• You are passionate about human resources and eager to grow in this field.
• You have strong organizational and project management skills, excelling at keeping tasks and priorities on track.
• You possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, collaborating effectively with individuals across diverse roles and departments.
• You are calm under pressure, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality in all situations.
• You demonstrate initiative, creativity, and problem-solving abilities to improve processes and deliver results.
• You align with CAC’s values and resonate with its spiritual lineage and teachings.

What You’ll Do

• Recruitment and Onboarding
  • Coordinate, schedule, and assist in recruitment and onboarding activities, including interviews and onboarding sessions in collaboration with hiring managers.
  • Ensure new hire paperwork is accurate, timely, and compliant with legal and organizational standards.
• HR Operations and Administration
  • Maintain accurate and organized employee records, supporting data integrity and compliance in CAC’s HRIS.
  • Assist in preparing HR-related reports, presentations, and communications.
• Employee Engagement and Culture
  • Contribute to employee engagement activities, recognition programs, and organizational events.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries, directing them to appropriate resources.
  • Facilitate offboarding processes, including conducting exit interviews as needed.
• Benefits and Compliance
  • Support comprehensive benefits functions, including enrollment, system configuration, and employee communication.
  • Help research, develop, and distribute HR policies and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Other Responsibilities
  • Assist with additional tasks (facility management, invoicing support, onsite events, All Hands meetings, etc.) as assigned by the People Operations team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Ideally 1 or more years of experience in human resources, project management, or administrative roles, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
• Proficiency with human resources management systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management tools (Asana preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• HR certification is a plus but not required.

Work Requirements

• Ability to remain stationary at a desk for extended periods while using a computer.
• Sufficient visual acuity to view monitors and read text/data.
• Capability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, including speaking and comprehending conversations.

Ready to Apply? 

Please apply for this job directly through the online application system, providing your resume and other specified details to be considered for the job opportunity. Due to the high volume of interest, we are not able to process applications or respond to inquiries unless they come through our online system.

Job Specifications, Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position scheduled to begin as soon as possible. We are open to remote candidates located in the United States. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package for full-time staff positions.

We are pleased to offer a salary range of $49,610 - $62,012 (based on experience) for this position. Compensation ranges are established based on a grade system designed to ensure competitiveness with industry standards as well as pay equity. Final compensation will be determined based on the specific qualifications of the candidate in relation to the salary grade and predetermined criteria.

Our commitment to pay transparency and fairness reflects both our values and our dedication to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. CAC compensation packages are one part of a generous total rewards package that also includes industry-leading flexibility, benefits, and paid leave. We offer full-time staff positions:

• Medical, dental and vision plans with options to best meet your needs 
• Generous PTO, including organizational-wide week-long break in the summer and winter.
• Paid Sick Leave
• 401(k)
• Personal Retreat: 5 paid days off to attend one spiritual retreat a year after your first year of employment 
• Full-time employees receive 3 months of paid sabbatical leave after 7 years of service.
• Professional Development Stipend
• Five free books annually in addition to all free digital downloads from CAC Library

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

We believe that diversity makes us better. The CAC welcomes and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, family medical history or genetic information, pregnancy, parental status, military service, veteran status, citizen status, political affiliation, disability status, or any other non-merit based factor. We look forward to the possibility of working together in a supportive and rewarding environment.