Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Work Type: Hybrid (4 days in office required)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Who We Are
Clearly Filtered is a fast-growing direct-to-consumer brand on a mission to help people access cleaner, safer water through advanced filtration technology. As we continue to grow, we’re committed to building not only a strong business, but also a thoughtful, people-centered workplace where employees feel supported and set up to do their best work. Our People team plays an important role in creating the structure, consistency, and employee experience that help the company scale well.

About the Role
We’re looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable People Operations Specialist to support the day-to-day execution of our People function.

This role is responsible for supporting and administering key operational processes across the employee lifecycle, with a strong focus on payroll processing, benefits administration, employee changes, leave coordination, record-keeping, compliance support, and core People team administration.

This person will play an important role in helping our People Operations run smoothly and accurately behind the scenes. The right candidate is someone who is highly organized, follows through consistently, communicates clearly, and takes pride in getting the details right.

This role is based in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Candidates should only apply if they are able to work onsite at least 4 days per week.

What You’ll Do
Payroll, Benefits & Employee Administration (50%)

Process and support recurring payroll activities accurately and on time
Administer employee benefits processes, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and employee support
Support leave administration, including documentation, tracking, and follow-up
Ensure employee paperwork and People-related administrative items are completed accurately and on schedule

People Operations & Employee Records (25%)

Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, files, and People documentation
Manage filing, record-keeping, audits, and document organization across the employee lifecycle
Support compliance-related administrative processes, notices, and required documentation
Coordinate HR compliance training administration and tracking
Help ensure People processes and documentation are completed accurately and in a timely manner

Onboarding, Offboarding & Employee Lifecycle Support (15%)

Coordinate onboarding logistics, paperwork, systems setup, and employee transitions
Support offboarding coordination, documentation, and final administrative follow-up
Help ensure employee lifecycle processes are organized, timely, and professionally managed
Support recruiting and hiring logistics as needed, including interview scheduling

People Team Coordination & Process Support (10%)

Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the People team
Help keep recurring tasks, deadlines, workflows, and follow-up items organized and on track
Support internal People communications, scheduling, and coordination as needed
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while handling sensitive employee information

What We’re Looking For

3+ years of experience in Human Resources, People Operations, Payroll, Benefits, or a related role
Experience supporting or processing payroll and administering employee benefits
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities with consistency and follow-through
High attention to detail and strong accuracy with data, documentation, and employee records
Comfort handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to follow established processes and complete work accurately and on time
Experience supporting employee lifecycle processes such as onboarding, offboarding, employee changes, or leave administration
Strong administrative and operational skills with the ability to work independently in a support-focused role
Proficiency in Google Workspace / Microsoft Office and HRIS systems preferred

What We Offer

A collaborative, supportive team environment
A consistent Monday - Friday schedule with daytime hours that support work/life balance
Hybrid work flexibility with 4 in-office days each week
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
401(k) with company match
Paid holidays and PTO
The opportunity to be part of a growing brand doing meaningful work that helps people live healthier lives

Compensation
$42.00 – $45.00 per hour
(Equivalent to approximately $70,980 - $76,050 annually based on the scheduled shift of 9am - 4pm)
Compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall alignment with the role.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Clearly Filtered is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of any protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. This includes recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, discipline, and termination. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, individual qualifications, and merit.

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