Manager, People Operations

The San Francisco 49ers are seeking a Manager, People Operations to support a championship-level employee experience across the organization. This role leads key people programs such as benefits, wellness, compliance, and leave administration while supporting compensation administration, employee relations, and engagement events.

• Manage communication and execution of employee benefits programs (health insurance, voluntary benefits, COBRA, PTO, company holidays) and serve as primary liaison with brokers and vendors.
• Develop and execute monthly employee wellness initiatives, including vendor contracting, budget management, and event execution.
• Review, audit, and process weekly enrollments and monthly benefits billing.
• Administer leave of absence programs, including paperwork distribution/collection and internal communications.
• Lead the interactive process for ADA accommodations.
• Partner with Risk Manager on Workers’ Compensation claims and compliance with California Heat Illness Prevention Plan requirements.
• Oversee regulatory compliance filings and reporting (Form 5500, EEO-1, California Pay Data Reporting, ACA reporting, and other federal/state/local requirements).
• Compile People Operations analytics (turnover trends, employee survey insights, People Ops calendar, workplace/event utilization).
• Plan and manage employee engagement events (monthly team huddles, in-season celebrations, ad hoc experiences).
• Deliver first-day onboarding presentations; maintain onboarding materials; distribute new hire and benefits communications.
• Support employee relations by conducting investigations and applying policies/discipline consistently.
• Conduct/support exit interviews for full-time staff.
• Maintain HRIS and timekeeping records; run ad hoc HRIS reports.
• Provide backup support for the People Operations Coordinator.
• Maintain current knowledge of HR best practices and applicable employment laws; ensure compliant processes and reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 5–7 years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Experience administering benefits and leave programs (required).
• Knowledge of current federal and California labor and benefits laws/regulations (required).
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification (preferred).
• Knowledge of computerized information systems and HR applications (e.g., HRIS/timekeeping systems).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills, including complex spreadsheets, presentations, and narrative/statistical reporting.
• Strong empathy-based listening and communication skills (verbal and nonverbal).
• Critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to build trust and relationships across all organizational levels with inclusive communication.
• Highly organized with strong time management, ability to manage multiple priorities, and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

• Location: Office environment; may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Schedule: Ability to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
• Physical: Primarily seated; occasional standing/walking; occasional lifting/moving up to 25 pounds; frequent use of hands/arms; vision requirements include close/distance vision and focus adjustment; reasonable accommodations available.
• Travel: 0% expected.