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People Operations Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Business Ops Specialist

Washington, VA · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

People Operations & Recruiting Support Assist with recruiting and people operations activities, including interview coordination, onboarding and offboarding support, employee documentation, benefits ...

People Operations & Analytics: * Assist in shaping HR systems, processes, and reporting to ensure operational excellence, compliance, and a seamless user experience. * Leverage actionable, data-rich ...

Technical Recruiter

Herndon, VA · On-site +1

$80K - $100K/yr

This role partners closely with hiring managers and the People Operations team to attract top technical talent, deliver a strong candidate and employee experience, and support a variety of internal H ...

Compensation Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

$90K - $109K/yr

[solidcore] is looking for a Compensation Analyst to join our People Operations team. You'll work across the full compensation lifecycle, from benchmarking and structure design to HR analytics and ...

Compensation Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

$90K - $109K/yr

[solidcore] is looking for a Compensation Analyst to join our People Operations team. You'll work across the full compensation lifecycle, from benchmarking and structure design to HR analytics and ...

[solidcore] is looking for a Compensation Analyst to join our People Operations team. You'll work across the full compensation lifecycle, from benchmarking and structure design to HR analytics and ...

This position is the operational backbone of the People Operations function, supporting onboarding, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and employee engagement initiatives. The Human Resources ...

This position is the operational backbone of the People Operations function, supporting onboarding, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and employee engagement initiatives. The Human Resources ...

This position partners closely with People Operations to deliver a high-quality employee experience while maintaining strong internal controls, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance. Hybrid work ...

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This position partners closely with People Operations to deliver a high-quality employee experience while maintaining strong internal controls, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance. Hybrid work ...

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This position partners closely with People Operations to deliver a high-quality employee experience while maintaining strong internal controls, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance. Hybrid work ...

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Everything we do centers around people. That means we obsess over how to make the lives of our ... What You'll Do As a core member of our Talent Acquisition Operations team, you will: * Deliver a ...

Maintains Free People's visual and operational standards while keeping the focus on the customer * Supports the shipment process to gain awareness of product including what's new and what's reship

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How much do people operations jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for people operations in Virginia is $23.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a People Operations do?

A typical day in People Operations involves a blend of administrative tasks, employee support, and strategic initiatives. You might conduct onboarding for new hires, resolve employee inquiries, process payroll or benefits, and analyze workforce data. Additionally, you’ll collaborate with managers to address employee relations issues and implement programs that improve workplace engagement and retention. This role often requires multitasking and adapting to evolving business needs, making each day varied and dynamic. You'll frequently work with cross-functional teams, making strong communication and collaboration skills essential.

What is a People Operations?

A People Operations job focuses on enhancing the employee experience, fostering company culture, and optimizing HR processes to improve engagement and productivity. Unlike traditional HR, People Operations takes a more strategic, data-driven, and employee-centric approach. Responsibilities may include talent acquisition, performance management, benefits administration, and workplace culture initiatives. The goal is to create a supportive environment where employees can thrive and contribute effectively to the company's success.

What is an example of People Operations?

People Operations is a function within organizations that focuses on employee experience, including HR policies, talent management, and organizational culture. An example of People Operations is designing onboarding programs to improve new hire integration and engagement. Professionals in this role often use HRIS tools and data analysis to optimize workforce strategies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in People Operations, and why are they important?

To thrive as a People Operations professional, you need a strong background in HR processes, data analysis, compliance, and talent management, often supported by a degree in human resources or a related field. Familiarity with HRIS systems, payroll platforms, and certifications such as SHRM-CP or PHR is highly valuable. Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills help you succeed in building positive workplace cultures. These competencies are essential for attracting, retaining, and engaging a productive workforce while ensuring all HR functions run smoothly.

What are the most commonly searched types of People Operations jobs in Virginia?

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What cities in Virginia are hiring for People Operations jobs?

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Infographic showing various People Operations job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,808 per year, or $23.9 per hour.

People Practices Advisor-Meta Project - Monroe LA

DPR Construction

Reston, VA • On-site

$82K - $123K/yr

Full-time

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Job Description

A key local representative of People Practices (PP) ensuring a best-in-class employee and candidate experience including driving engagement with learning and development, a key partner in the execution of cultural programming, onboarding, interview coordination and builder development program success. This role will be pivotal as the first point of contact for employees to connect employees and managers to the right resources and support within People Operations. This role will be coached/managed by the People Practices Business Partner and focus on taking care of employees in the local business unit, on a large/mega project job site, across the Enterprise for a Corporate Services workgroup or Family of Companies.

Bilingual (Spanish and English) fluency, both written and oral, is REQUIRED.

Key Responsibilities:

Partner with People Practices Leader and People Practices Business Partner to provide best-in-class employee and candidate experiences.

Serve as the first point of contact with employees and guide employees and managers to available tools and resources.

Interpret and apply consistently People Practices processes, policies, and procedures.

Partner with the Early Career Events Team where applicable for a Business Unit or a Large Project site to meet its outcomes for college recruitment, summer internship and builder development program rotations.

Collaborate with Centers of Excellence and People Operations to deploy PP services and execute daily tasks that are required to be completed at a local level, including but not limited to: training program logistics, new hire orientation, technology support, and local people practices events planning and coordination.

Apply basic knowledge of employee relations to support a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Refer employees and coaches to Workplace Services Team or the appropriate service channel for more complex matters (ej. Leave of absence, benefit changes, employee relations matters).

Responsible for the successful implementation of the company-wide onboarding process, plus local adaptations given project needs.

Organize People Practices events and meaningful connection points for employees, inclusive of but not limited to: Employee Lunches, Celebrations, Safety Trainings, Mental Health Awareness, Employee Boot Program, and Construction Inclusion Week.

Administer employee engagement, diversity & inclusion and retention programs.

Partner with the Business Partner to ensure a most admired employee experience(s) with a focus on equity and inclusion within the employee lifecycle spanning onboarding, employee development, within the coach/manager relationship and across the team environment.

Facilitate a 30/60/90-day check-in process with new employees and their coach(es).

Responsible for the tactical aspects of employee off-boarding, such as retrieving DPR technology assets, cell phone, purchasing card, and ensuring current contact information in Workday on last day of employment.

Business Unit or Large Project PP Advisor is expected to be full-time in the office or present at a job site.

This role is 100% On-Site
Candidate can be based in any location that DPR Construction has an office. Weekly travel to project location in Monroe, LA. is required. Competitive per diem and travel incentives offered

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree.

Bilingual (Spanish and English) fluency, both written and oral, is required.

Work Experience:

2-4 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Compensation Range - $82,000 - $123,000

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.


Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together-by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.


Explore our open opportunities atwww.dpr.com/careers.


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