The Dallas Morning News · 1 day ago
People Operations Specialist
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$49K/yr - $60K/yr
1+ years expThe Dallas Morning News is seeking a People Operations Specialist to join their People & Culture team. In this role, you will be instrumental in attracting, onboarding, and retaining talent while enhancing the employee experience through various People Operations initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Be the friendly face and expert guide for candidates, managing scheduling, coordinating interviews, and ensuring a seamless, positive experience from application to offer
Master our Applicant Tracking System, ensuring data integrity, optimizing workflows, and generating reports to keep our hiring pipeline healthy
Assist recruiters in identifying and engaging top talent through various channels, building a diverse candidate pipeline
Prepare and extend offer letters, manage background checks, and coordinate all pre-employment activities
Continuously seek out and implement improvements to our talent acquisition processes, making them more efficient, scalable, and candidate-centric
Support the design and execution of our employee engagement surveys, analyze results, and help develop action plans that foster a thriving workplace culture
Assist in the development, documentation, and communication of People policies and procedures, ensuring clarity and compliance
Facilitate smooth transitions for new hires and departing employees, ensuring all necessary documentation and systems are in place
Help maintain accurate People data, generate reports on key HR metrics (e.g., turnover, demographics, engagement scores), and contribute to data-driven decision-making
Provide excellent front-line support for employee inquiries related to People policies, benefits, and general HR questions
Support the coordination and administration of various People programs, including learning & development initiatives, recognition programs, or wellness activities
Qualification
Required
1-3 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, People Operations, or Talent Acquisition, ideally with exposure to both recruitment and broader HR functions
Exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with a friendly, professional, and empathetic approach to interacting with all stakeholders
Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR Information Systems (HRIS). Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite
A proactive mindset, with a knack for identifying issues and proposing effective, practical solutions
A genuine desire to provide an exceptional experience for candidates and employees alike
A true team player who enjoys working cross-functionally and building strong relationships
Ability to thrive in an evolving environment and embrace new challenges with enthusiasm
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Flexible spending savings account
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Other company benefits
Company
The Dallas Morning News
The Dallas Morning News offers the latest local and international news via a variety of print and digital media.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.35MKey Investors
Meta Journalism Project
2023-02-27Grant· $0.35M
2015-03-11Series Unknown· $5M
Leadership Team
Jim Moroney
Publisher/CEO
Recent News
2025-12-06
EIN Presswire
2025-11-10
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