Position Overview

The HR Operations Specialist I is primarily responsible for supporting employees and leaders in the various businesses we operate in. They will assist the HR organization by acting as a liaison between HR and business leaders with gathering documentation to support HR processes. In addition, they may participate in the execution of HR projects. The HR Operations Specialist I alongside their team to review current processes to identify areas of improvement, propose changes, and works with the appropriate team to implement the changes. Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding HR-related inquiries and concerns.

Primary Responsibilities 

The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Provide HR administrative support to the HR team 

• Develop and maintain key partnerships with other functions on behalf of the team

• Assist in rolling out new HR processes and provide training to broader HR team

• Provide support in reviewing completion of standing HR processes with business leaders 

• Communicate and provide support on continuous improvement of HR programs and processes to enhance the overall employee experience

• Responding to internal employee/manager inquiries through various communication channels

• Assisting with offboarding processes

• Support Paylocity wide programs such as level-ups and reorgs while maintaining SOX/SOC standards

Education and Experience

• College degree in Human Resources, Business or related field preferred

• 2 + years experience in an administrative capacity; preferably supporting a high-volume company.

• HRIS experience a plus.

• Basic analytical skills and logical thought processes, with the ability to identify and resolve sensitive problems

• Proven effective collaboration with other teams to deliver a consistent employee experience

• Professional verbal and written communication skills to all levels of the organization.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) including Excel formulas.

• Ability to maintain a positive professional manner while working in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects, deadlines, and timelines.

• Positive contributor to the company culture and activities.

• Ability to ensure the integrity of confidential employee information, including HIPPA compliance and related laws.

Physical requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods: The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods, typically 7-8 hours a day.

• Use of computer and phone systems: The employee must be able to operate a computer, use phone systems, and type. This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously.

 Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer. Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Paylocity, we believe diversity makes us better.  

We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, culture, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We actively cultivate these differences through our employee resource groups (ERGs), employee experiences, perspectives, talents, and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers.  

We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact accessibility@paylocity.com.  

This role can be performed from any office in the US. The pay range for this position is $39,200- $50,000/yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for a full range of benefits outlined here. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via www.paylocity.com/careers.