People Ops Manager Salary in Waterloo, Iowa

How much does a People Ops Manager make in Waterloo, IA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a People Ops Manager in Waterloo, IA is $61,230. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $49,810 to a high of $73,934, with most professionals earning between $55,252 and $67,880.

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What is a People Ops Manager?

The People Ops Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the human resources function within an organization. This includes recruiting, onboarding, training and development, performance management, employee relations, and compliance with employment laws and regulations. The People Ops Manager also plays a key role in shaping the company culture and ensuring that the organization is a great place to work for all employees. They work closely with leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that support the overall business objectives and promote a positive and inclusive work environment. Additionally, they may be responsible for managing the HR team and overseeing the administration of employee benefits and compensation.

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What does a People Ops Manager do?

Common responsibilities of a People Ops Manager

Coordinate performance management processes, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and career development planning.

September 01, 2023

Lead diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to foster a positive and inclusive work environment.

September 04, 2023

Manage employee offboarding processes, including conducting exit interviews and ensuring compliance with termination procedures.

September 19, 2023

Manage the recruitment and onboarding process for new employees, including creating job descriptions, conducting interviews, and coordinating orientation programs.

September 23, 2023

Administer employee benefits programs and serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries and issues.

September 23, 2023

Oversee employee relations and provide guidance on conflict resolution and disciplinary actions.

October 15, 2023

Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute strategic HR initiatives that support the organization's goals and objectives.

October 16, 2023

Develop and deliver training programs for employees and managers on topics such as harassment prevention, diversity awareness, and leadership development.

October 18, 2023

Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.

November 06, 2023

Analyze and report on HR metrics and trends to identify areas for improvement and make data-driven decisions.

November 25, 2023

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Average Salary Range for People Ops Manager in Waterloo, IA

Average Base Salary

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55252

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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70076

62565

What is the average salary for People Ops Manager in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of People Ops Manager in Waterloo, IA. The base salary for People Ops Manager ranges from $55,252 to $67,880 with the average base salary of $61,230. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $56,269 to $70,076 with the average total cash compensation of $62,565.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$61,230	$55,252 - $67,880
Bonus	$1,335	$1,016 - $2,196
Total Pay	$62,565	$56,269 - $70,076

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

People Ops Manager Salary Near Waterloo, IA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Falls, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,621 - $65,875	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Rapids, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,906 - $69,911	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Iowa City, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,442 - $69,341	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Ames, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,901 - $69,905	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Dubuque, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,141 - $68,971	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA
CITY, STATE Ankeny, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,436 - $70,563	COMPARE TO Waterloo, IA

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About Waterloo, Iowa

Waterloo is a city in and the county seat of Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census the population decreased by 0.5% to 68,406; the 2016 Census estimates the population at 67,934, making it the sixth-largest city in the state. The city is part of the Waterloo – Cedar Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is the more populous of the two cities. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 63.23 square miles (163.76 km2), of which 61.39 square miles (159.00 km2) is land and 1.84 square miles (4.77 km2) is water. The average el...

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