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Pacific Staffing · 3 hours ago

Human Resources Operations Specialist

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $118K/yr

5+ years exp

Pacific Staffing is seeking an experienced People Operations Manager with expertise in payroll, benefits administration, and compensation. This role leads the design and administration of payroll, benefits, and compensation programs, ensuring compliance while enhancing employee attraction, retention, and engagement.

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Hiring Manager

Preet ,Kuar

Responsibilities

Administer semi‑monthly payroll, ensure wage and tax accuracy, maintain compliance with regulations, and support payroll onboarding for new hires

Respond to payroll and benefits inquiries, resolve discrepancies, process employment verifications, and manage contributions for health, retirement, and other benefit plans

Oversee benefit plan administration, including enrollments, orientations, open enrollment, invoice reconciliation, compliance, and ongoing employee support

Contribute to strategic benefits planning by recommending program enhancements, supporting leave management processes, and participating in benefit oversight activities

Support compensation programs by compiling market data, assisting with merit and incentive cycles, and conducting job evaluations and salary structure updates

Manage HRIS transactions, maintain accurate employee data, generate reports, and provide guidance to managers and employees while supporting cross‑functional People Operations initiatives

Qualification

Payroll processingBenefits administrationHRIS proficiencyEmployment law knowledgeCompensation practicesMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsDetail-orientedCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in business, HR, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

At least 5 years of People Operations experience with a strong focus on benefits administration

Minimum 3 years of payroll processing experience

Proficiency with HRIS platforms

Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP, or SHRM‑SCP) required

Strong knowledge of employment law, compensation and benefits practices, leave management, workers' compensation, and federal/state payroll and tax regulations

Experience with defined benefit and defined contribution plans

Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and HRIS reporting

Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities

Ability to travel between office locations as needed