Human Resources Data Analyst

A leading national agribusiness organization strongly needs an analyst who excels at working with data and information. This key role will support their Human Resources team and systems. 

The HR Data Analyst will be all things “data” to the HR department and its related functions. This role will do a wide array of things, including day-to-day data entry, understanding and becoming the use expert on HR and associated systems, and making recommendations on new platforms and apps to the team and department Director.

The role is based in Santa Maria, C,A and seeks candidates who commute daily to the office. 

The role seeks a data-centric individual who:

· Enjoys working with information, data, programs, systems, processes, and related projects.

· Can adapt to an industry where change is frequent; and where adoption of new data practices may take time.

· When issues arise, will propose solutions to problems instead of waiting for others to provide them, and will work with management and team on resolutions.

· Constant and consistent learner. Be the go-to expert on current and upcoming HR-related apps, systems, and programs.

Responsibilities Include:

· Perform daily data-related functions, including data entry for new hires, data correction, and related work to maintain information and data integrity within the company’s HR systems and programs

o Update and maintain user lists and enrollments

o Manage the HR ticket queue input

o Manage training enrollment, and maintain distribution lists

· Become the Human Resources systems operational expert

o Understand how current systems work, are operated and utilized

o Optimize fields and functions in the system to improve efficiencies and generate information

o Assist with user management including troubleshooting and support

· Handle Human Resources related reporting

o Set up and create reports in the system, run reports

o Know the data, and understand its uses, applications, and benefits to the company

o Provide analysis and research

· Become the Human Resources systems and tools knowledge expert

o Keep up to date on programs, tools, and systems, such as HRIS, HCM, ATS, and ad-ons, among others

o Review and suggest programs and tools for management

o Conduct trials of new tools, provide use case 

· Take on HR systems-related projects; perform additional data and research-related tasks and functions 

Additional Responsibilities Include:

· Provide as-needed general support for the Human Resources department.

o Assist recruiting efforts, such as social media posts, placing ads, and conducting Background and Reference Checks 

o New hire onboarding 

o Schedule and support HR Events 

o Support HR projects including annual benefits enrollment, performance management, auditing, training, etc. 

o Coordinate logistics for training events with the departments 

o Write and send employee communications for company events, wellness challenges, employee perks and benefits, etc. 

o Other administrative support

Requirements Include:

· Bachelor’s degree preferred, or 3 – 6 plus years of experience in data entry and analysis, research, or related analytical work

· Experience in Human Resources preferred but not required. Experience in similar departments or similar areas of function sought

· Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate with all levels within the organization 

· Strong ability to work efficiently and effectively in a multi-project, multi-demand environment 

· Strong organizational skills; able to effectively prioritize assignments and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment 

· Ability to handle sensitive situations and confidential information with discretion 

· Strong in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and human resources information systems (HRIS) is required

· Familiar with video chat and similar technology a plus 

Requirements Include:

· Bachelor’s degree preferred, or 3 – 6 plus years of experience in data entry and analysis, research, or related analytical work

· Experience in Human Resources preferred but not required. Experience in similar departments or similar areas of function sought

· Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate with all levels within the organization 

· Strong ability to work efficiently and effectively in a multi-project, multi-demand environment 

· Strong organizational skills; able to effectively prioritize assignments and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment 

· Ability to handle sensitive situations and confidential information with discretion 

· Strong in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and human resources information systems (HRIS) is required

· Familiar with video chat and similar technology a plus