The People & Operations Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day people, administrative, and operational systems that support Youth on Record's staff, programs, and organizational effectiveness.
This position serves as the primary administrator of YOR's human resources systems, including Insperity, and manages employee onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, personnel records, contractor compliance, and workplace policies. The Manager also oversees facilities, technology coordination, administrative systems, and operational vendors.
Working closely with the Deputy Director, this position helps maintain a well-organized, compliant, and supportive workplace while strengthening systems that allow YOR to grow sustainably.
The ideal candidate is a highly organized, resourceful, and people-centered professional who enjoys building efficient systems, managing details, solving problems, and supporting a positive employee experience.
Position Title: People & Operations Manager
Reports To: Deputy Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt (subject to classification review)
Work Location: Onsite with flexibility to work remotely
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week; occasional evening and weekend work required
Travel Requirements: Local travel to meetings, events, and partner sites as needed
Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 + benefits (proposed, aligned with lateral Finance Manager position)
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Please email your Cover Letter & Resume to careers@youthonrecord.org with the Subject Line: People & Operations Manager.
Deadline for applications is November 30th, 2026.
The Podcast Production Apprenticeship is a paid workforce development opportunity for emerging producers, journalists, and storytellers, ages 18-26. Over 3-months, apprentices develop and deepen skills in audio production, storytelling, creative writing, interviewing, and project management through a critical lens. Program participants will receive technical training, professional development, and the chance to produce original audio pieces featured on Youth on Record podcasts. This is an in-person position with a few field interviews outside of the main hours. Upon completing this program, apprentices will have a portfolio of original audio recordings and the skills to produce original podcasts.
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Apprenticeship Information
- Dates: January 19 - April 22, 2027
- Time commitment: 8 hrs per week
- Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00am - 1:15pm (with 15 minute break)
- Compensation range: $19.84 - $20.00/hr (approximately $2200 for the apprenticeship)
Qualifications:
- Available for youth ages 18-26
- Must have a high school diploma or GED.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Some knowledge of audio production
- Proficiency using a Digital Audio Workstation (e.g., Ableton, Logic, Pro Tools, Audacity, Reaper, Garage Band, etc.).
Apprentices will be expected to meet regular deadlines for their projects, and participate in workshops and seminars at our Youth Media Studio (and virtually as needed).
COMPLETE THE APPLICATION HERE by Sunday November 8th at 11:59pm.
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