** This position is for LOCAL CANDIDATES, ONLY: Must live within 30-40 miles of Modesto, CA. This is an on-site/full-time position and relocation is NOT available **
JOB STATEMENT:
The HRIS Analyst will be heavily focused in HRIS, Benefits & Compensation and play a critical role in supporting the organization’s people strategy through effective management of HR systems, employee benefits programs, and compensation administration. This role ensures data integrity, regulatory compliance (with a strong emphasis on California labor laws), and a high-quality employee experience.
This position partners closely with HR leadership, payroll, finance, and external vendors to deliver accurate reporting, competitive compensation practices, and compliant, cost-effective benefits programs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
HRIS Administration & Data Analytics
- Serve as the primary administrator for the ADP Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
- Maintain and audit employee data within ADP for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
- Manage ADP system workflows including onboarding, job changes, compensation updates, and terminations
- Generate and analyze HR metrics and reports from ADP (headcount, turnover, compensation trends, benefits utilization)
- Support ADP system configurations, enhancements, and integrations (payroll, benefits, timekeeping)
- Partner with ADP support and internal stakeholders to troubleshoot system issues and optimize functionality
- Develop dashboards and reporting tools leveraging ADP data for HR and executive leadership
- Ensure data governance, security, and confidentiality standards within ADP are consistently maintained
Benefit Administration
- Administer all employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans
- Act as the primary liaison with benefits brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators
- Manage open enrollment process including planning, communications, system setup, and employee support
- Ensure compliance with ACA, COBRA/Cal-COBRA, HIPAA, and ERISA requirements
- Reconcile benefit invoices and coordinate with payroll for accurate deductions
- Support leave of absence processes (FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA/FEHA)
- Respond to employee inquiries and provide education on benefit offerings
Compensation Administration
- Support the development and administration of compensation programs including base pay, incentives, and bonuses
- Conduct market benchmarking and salary analysis using compensation surveys
- Maintain salary structures, pay ranges, and job classifications
- Ensure compliance with California Equal Pay Act and FLSA classifications
- Manage compensation changes including merit increases, promotions, and adjustments
- Assist in preparing compensation reports and analytics for leadership
- Support pay equity reviews and internal audits
Compliance & HR Operations
- Ensure compliance with California wage and hour laws including overtime and meal/rest breaks
- Maintain HR policies related to benefits and compensation
- Support internal and external audits (benefits, payroll, HRIS data)
- Assist with regulatory reporting such as EEO-1 and ACA filings
- Partner with HR leadership on process improvements and best practices
Employee Support & Experience
- Serve as a point of contact for employee questions related to HRIS, benefits, and compensation
- Provide training to employees and managers on ADP and HR programs
- Support onboarding processes related to benefits enrollment and HRIS access
- Promote a positive employee experience through responsive and accurate HR support
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- 3–5+ years of HR experience with a strong focus on HRIS, benefits, and compensation
- Experience in a California employment environment strongly preferred
Technical Skills
- Hands-on experience with ADP HRIS
- Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis)
- Experience with HR reporting and analytics
Knowledge & Expertise
- Strong understanding of benefits administration and compliance
- Knowledge of compensation structures and benchmarking
- Understanding of California labor laws and federal employment regulations
- Familiarity with leave laws (FMLA, CFRA, ADA/FEHA)
Core Competencies
- Analytical and detail-oriented with strong data integrity mindset
- High level of discretion and confidentiality
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Effective communication and employee support capabilities
- Ability to operate both strategically and tactically