Contract | SE Michigan-based

$28-$35 per hour

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About Sproutwise

At Sproutwise, we believe that the heart of every successful business lies within its people, and a strong culture and solid infrastructure are integral to success. We partner with early-stage and small organizations to design, support, and build thoughtful People infrastructure as our customers navigate their growth journey.  In short, we’re here to build flexible foundations with the expertise to scale. We often step in before a company is ready for full-time HR and help them operate with confidence during periods of change. The work is practical, human-centered, and grounded in real business needs. If you're looking to grow your career in a dynamic, supportive environment and make a real impact, Sproutwise is the place for you.

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About the Opportunity

Sproutwise is growing, and we are building a flexible delivery bench to support our clients as they scale. We are looking for a People Ops Delivery Specialist who can step into execution-heavy, hands-on work and help keep core People Operations running smoothly across multiple client environments.

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In this role, you will support early-stage and growing organizations. The work is practical and foundational in nature and includes recruiting coordination, onboarding, benefits administration, and day-to-day People Ops support. You will operate as an extension of our clients’ internal teams, carrying work forward under Sproutwise’s direction and standards.

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Candidates must be based in Michigan and comfortable with occasional local travel. Client work may be fully remote or may require occasional onsite presence, particularly for first-day orientations, recruiting support, or hands-on People Operations delivery.  This is a part-time, demand-based contract role with hours that flex based on active client commitments. This role is best suited for someone who is comfortable doing the work, navigating ambiguity, and flexing between tasks as client needs evolve.

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What You Will Do
Execute and deliver day-to-day People Operations work across client organizations, operating within clearly defined scopes, priorities, and timelines.

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• Own and execute onboarding processes from start to finish, including payroll setup, HRIS entry, I-9 completion, benefits eligibility tracking, and first-day orientations.

• Support recruiting operations by posting roles, monitoring applicants, conducting initial screens, scheduling interviews, and maintaining candidate tracking for active roles.

• Coordinate closely with hiring managers and Sproutwise team members to keep recruiting processes moving and reduce bottlenecks.

• Maintain accurate employee records, conduct routine audits, and ensure compliance with documentation requirements.

• Support benefits administration by tracking eligibility milestones, assisting with enrollments, and coordinating with brokers or vendors as needed.

• Track performance review timelines and support managers in completing reviews on schedule, ensuring documentation is complete and organized.

• Work within client HR systems such as HRIS, ATS, payroll, and benefits platforms, escalating issues appropriately and flagging improvement opportunities.

• Assist with implementing and maintaining standardized HR processes and documentation as organizations grow, with a focus on consistency, clarity, and follow-through.

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What You Bring

• Three or more years of experience in HR Generalist, People Operations, or recruiting roles, ideally within small, growing, or operationally complex organizations.

• Hands-on experience with onboarding, recruiting coordination, payroll support, and benefits administration.

• Comfort working in environments where systems are still evolving and priorities can shift quickly, but where execution expectations are clear.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple workflows without losing detail or momentum.

• Clear, professional communication skills and the ability to build trust with managers and employees.

• Experience working independently with guidance, knowing when to execute and when to escalate.

• Experience using common HR platforms such as Paychex, Gusto, Rippling, BambooHR, or similar systems.

• Ability and willingness to provide onsite support when needed, particularly for onboarding and recruiting delivery.

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Particularly Well-Suited For Someone Who

• Enjoys being a do-er and utility player, not the architect.

• Takes satisfaction in closing loops, completing tasks, and keeping operations running smoothly.

• Prefers clearly scoped, practical work over abstract strategy.

• Values follow-through, accuracy, and reliability.

• Enjoys variety and client-facing delivery rather than a single in-house role.

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How We Work

Sproutwise operates with a small, trusted team and clear lines of accountability. Client delivery roles are scoped intentionally, managed closely, and supported by experienced leadership.

While much of our work is remote, we believe presence matters when it meaningfully improves outcomes, particularly during onboarding and moments that shape employee experience.

 

Our values guide how we work together and with our clients:

• Success is better when it’s shared

• Default to radical candor

• Collect lessons

• Decision inclusivity

• Be kinder than necessary

• Boundaries are brave

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Sproutwise is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Accommodations are available upon request during the recruitment process.