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We are a mission-driven non-profit. Because of high candidate volume, we will only review applications that respond to the application question: "What is your personal connection to our mission?" If this question is not completed, your candidacy will not be considered.
Join our mission to deliver global healing:
The Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit research and educational organization that develops medical, legal, and cultural contexts for people to benefit from the careful uses of psychedelics and marijuana. Research indicates that psychedelics have the potential to be a breakthrough in treating PTSD, depression, addiction, and other conditions.
MAPS has worked for over 38 years toward paving the way for the education and legalization of such breakthrough medicines. MAPS is committed to bringing these healing modalities to the world and providing them in such a way that communities that most need mental health resources have access to them. This shift has the potential to unlock previously unavailable resources for the investigation of psychedelic-assisted treatments applied to our most critical mental health challenges. The Contracts & Legal Policy Manager plays a pivotal role in the functionality of the Legal Department by supporting the General Counsel in overseeing the legal, compliance, and risk management functions for MAPS.
How you can help deliver global healing:
MAPS is seeking an experienced People Operations professional to support the employee experience at MAPS. The People Operations Manager will support all experience cycles for the employees of MAPS, starting with talent acquisition through offboarding and everything else in between.
Reporting to the VP of People & Operations, the People Operations Manager is a crucial role that is well suited for a person who is curious about the human experience and understands the many different layers of support people need in an evolving organization filled with intensity and groundbreaking movement. The role requires agility, multifaceted opportunity-solving, and empathetic communication skills.
This work requires someone who shares MAPS’ vision and embraces our mission to develop medical, legal, and cultural contexts for people to benefit from the careful uses of psychedelics and marijuana. The People Operations Manager will be involved in processes affecting MAPS’s ability to deliver on its mission and directly make global healing possible through education and outreach.
More about you:
You feel in the depth of your being that your professional and personal paths have all led to MAPS. In other words, MAPS is one of your dream causes. What is MAPS’ cause? It is rooted in real Healing for All despite access to resources. You are committed to social justice causes like racial equality, health equity, and, of course… drug policy reform. You are fascinated by storytelling and the human experience. You deeply value creative space. It would be one of your life’s most profound privileges to help shape the story of MAPS as it approaches a milestone with a magnitude that has the potential to forever change the way people heal.
Primary Roles and Responsibilities:
We are sharing a full list of strategic responsibilities because we aim to give a full picture and scope, not because we expect you to have previous experience in each area. In fact, research shows that men apply for a job or promotion when they meet 60% of the qualifications; whereas women and some marginalized identities only apply if they meet every requirement. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the personal and professional experience to lead a team to success in these areas. We want to hear from you, and therefore implore you to apply even if you don’t check every box:
People Operations Support
- Engage with employees on employee relations matters, cultural initiatives, and day to day process development and improvement to provide a supportive and flowing workspace
- Lead the org-wide onboarding process for new employees, including documentation, orientation, and department-specific training coordination
- Lead the offboarding of employees
- Support VP of People & Ops/Director of Social Justice with Culture initiatives (e.g. employee survey strategy) & DEIB-specific initiatives
- Support VP of People & Operations in other compliance related matters
People Systems & Platforms
- Manage the organization's HRIS and ensure data accuracy and integrity (we have UKG as our HRIS but are considering migrating to a new system). Maintain and update employee personnel records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
- Maintain MAPS’ intranet platform regarding people processes, benefits, and other people related information (we use Notion as our intranet)
- Manage implementation and ongoing maintenance of people platforms for performance management, employee engagement, and professional development (we use Culture Amp for engagement and performance)
- Analyze and improve current state processes in order to define and implement future state processes.
- Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate People Processes.
- Manage MAPS’ virtual inbox & people@maps inbox
Payroll Processing
- Process bi-weekly multi-state payroll, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Prepare and submit required government reports, such as tax filings and compliance reports
- Assist in audits and investigations as needed, such as W4 audits
- Oversight of internal department changes, payroll-related changes such as salary adjustments.
- Management and oversight of portals for federal/state/local taxesQuarter end responsibilities/Year-end responsibilities
- Maintain appropriate records for policies, audits, and annual renewal processes relating to workmen's compensation, benefits, and payroll-related matters
- W-2 administration and distribution
- Manage payroll@maps inbox
Benefits Administrator
- Support employees with education surrounding benefits
- Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement, etc.
- Lead benefit enrollment and administration
- Collaborate with finance team in personnel budgeting processes
- Conduct monthly benefits audits
Talent Acquisition
- Partner with hiring managers in creating talent acquisition projects within MAPS’ structured recruiting process for all new hires
- Conduct culture screening interviews with candidates
- Support in the administration of the talent acquisition projects within the applicant tracking system (we use Lever as our ATS)
- Support with coordination of interview scheduling for VP of People & Operations
Our ideal candidate for this role is someone who…
- Has 6+ years of progressive HR/People Operations experience
- Strong curiosity of the human psyche with an interest in co-creating a more integrated workspace
- Empathetic listener
- Strong project management skills
- Supreme written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely
- A problem-solver who takes the initiative to investigate innovative solutions with a data driven approach to decision making
- A flexible and adaptive approach to navigate in a dynamic environment
- Can maintain confidentiality and discretion when working with sensitive information
- Is committed to healing for all and ending the War on Drugs
- Is a kind, caring, compassionate team member
Compensation, FLSA Status, Location, and Hours:
- Full-time, salaried, exempt
- Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 starting base salary and depending on experience
- Location: This is a remote position that will require you to have a suitable workspace with secure internet and reliable phone reception are required. This position requires frequent phone and internet meetings. Certain home office expenses may be reimbursed. A work computer will be provided
- Preferred Location: Near Denver, Colorado, where the VP of People & Operations is based
- Applicants are encouraged to be available during standard business hours (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM your local time, Monday through Friday). The exact schedule may be arranged upon hire. Occasional weekend hours may be required with advance arrangement and travel a few times a year may be required. Some travel may be required (with COVID-19 precautions)
- Health insurance/FSA/HRA/Vision/Dental/Life&AD&D for employees/dependents.
- Flexible PTO/16 Paid Holidays.
- 401K contributions of 4% after 6 months of employment
- Dedication to creating a culture with work-life integration
How MAPS values diversity in our recruiting process:
As an organization, we celebrate people of all identities: all genders, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, educational backgrounds, military and veteran status, religions, abilities, family relationship structures, and perspectives. We continuously strive to build a supportive, equitable and accessible environment and culture. We hope you feel welcome to bring your full self and all of your identities with you in our application process. MAPS is also a supporter of second chance hiring. If you have feedback for us, we would love to hear from you.
Why Work For MAPS?
At MAPS, we value transparency, autonomy, experimentation, and kind, direct feedback. We welcome applicants who thrive in a growing organization that values science and healing. MAPS is a dispersed workforce that offers full-time employment in a remote work environment. We are committed to conscious leadership and an inclusive team dynamic. Our culture is one of mutual respect, responsibility, and trust. Our employees’ health and happiness are priorities, and we treat our staff like people, not numbers on a spreadsheet. MAPS is at the forefront of changing the way mental health issues are treated and is committed to bringing dignity and access to overcoming mental health challenges through the conscious use of psychedelics. We believe we are changing the world and want you to be a part of it.
Learn more about MAPS:
TED Talk by MAPS Founder Rick Doblin, Ph.D., on the future of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy
Tim Ferriss Podcast interview with MAPS Founder, Rick Doblin, Ph.D.
Capstone Campaign
MAPS website
