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People Support Associate | Cottonwood Heights, Utah
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Cottonwood Heights , Utah

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Hybrid

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Contract

Cottonwood Heights, Utah

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Hybrid

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Contract

Job ID 76998|Posted Nov 13, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join a collaborative People Operations team in an entry-level role focused on supporting contingent worker processes and delivering a smooth experience for managers and employees. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to build experience in HR operations, systems, and employee support.

Responsibilities

  • Process contingent worker transactions in Workday, including onboarding, extensions, job or manager changes, access requests, end dates, and terminations.
  • Review requests for completeness, accuracy, approvals, and alignment with internal policies and procedures.
  • Provide clear, customer-focused guidance to managers on contingent worker processes, timelines, and required documentation.
  • Serve as a point of contact for contingent worker questions and partner with People Operations, IT, Talent Acquisition, Payroll, and other internal teams to complete actions.
  • Track requests, follow up on missing information or approvals, and help ensure transactions are completed on time.
  • Maintain accurate records, case notes, and supporting documentation in Workday and related systems.
  • Support process improvement by identifying recurring questions, workflow gaps, and opportunities to improve self-service resources.
  • Assist with additional People Operations tasks such as I-9 follow-up, data audits, documentation, team initiatives, and general employee support.
  • Handle confidential information with care and maintain strong working relationships across teams and stakeholders.

Skills

  • 1–2 years of experience in an administrative, customer service, operations, HR, or similar support role.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling transactions and data.
  • Excellent organization and time management skills with the ability to balance multiple requests and deadlines.
  • Professional, clear, and empathetic communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to explain processes and policies in a simple, helpful, and approachable way.
  • Comfort working with confidential information and following proper data-handling practices.
  • Proficiency with Excel and Google Sheets.
  • Ability to learn new systems, processes, and policies quickly in a changing environment.
  • Dependable, collaborative, and solution-oriented mindset.

Preferred Skills

  • Interest in learning Workday and other People systems.
  • Prior experience with Workday or ServiceNow.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.
  • Experience supporting employee lifecycle processes such as onboarding, job changes, payroll, benefits, resignations, or offboarding.

Horizontal is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds who bring unique perspectives and a shared commitment to inclusive service and collaboration.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Horizontal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Horizontal is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or participate in the interview process, click here to request accommodation assistance.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

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