HR Operations Specialist

H.G. Fenton; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Education reimbursement

Housing discount

Onsite gym

Event tickets

Pet insurance

Team-building

Job summary

H.G. Fenton is seeking an HR Operations Specialist to administer HRIS, payroll, benefits, and employee records, ensuring accurate data and compliant processes. You will manage lifecycle activities and deliver reliable reporting to ELT leaders.

You will coordinate payroll changes, handle timekeeping, support benefits programs, and optimize HR systems and SharePoint resources for easy access by employees and managers. This role is onsite in San Diego.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience supporting HR operations, HRIS administration, payroll, benefits, or related employee lifecycle processes.
• Strong systems aptitude and experience working with HRIS and payroll platforms; experience with UKG is a plus.
• Working knowledge of payroll, benefits, employee records, and employment-related compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage recurring processes, deadlines, and employee needs.
• Strong communication and customer service skills with a thoughtful, responsive approach to supporting employees, leaders, and external partners.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive employee information.

Responsibilities

• Manage HR Systems & Data: Maintain accurate employee and workforce data, process HRIS transactions, support system improvements, and provide reporting for ELT leaders.
• Deliver Accurate Payroll: Coordinate payroll, validate pay/timekeeping, process changes, resolve discrepancies to ensure timely pay.
• Support Benefits & Perks: Administer benefits, 401(k), wellness, perks; coordinate events and communications.
• Maintain Records & Compliance: Keep records, audit-ready docs, assist regulatory reporting and notices.
• Enhance ELT Operations: Improve processes and ELT SharePoint sites to simplify information access for employees and leaders.

Skills

HR operations support

HRIS administration

Payroll platforms

Organizational skills

Communication

Confidential information handling

Customer service

Tools

UKG

Job description

Join Our Team as an HR Operations Specialist!

As an HR (internally titled ELT) Operations Specialist, you will play an essential role in delivering the systems, processes, and administrative infrastructure that support a seamless employee experience. You'll have the opportunity to manage critical employee lifecycle processes across HRIS, payroll, benefits and perks, employee records, and compliance while ensuring employees and leaders have accurate information and the support they need to navigate HR programs with confidence.

What You'll Do:

Manage HR Systems & Data:

Maintain accurate employee and workforce data, process HRIS transactions, support system improvements, and provide reliable reporting that helps ELT leaders make informed decisions.

Deliver Accurate Payroll:

Coordinate payroll activities, validate pay and timekeeping information, process compensation changes, and resolve discrepancies to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.

Support Benefits & Perks:

Administer benefits, 401(k), wellness, and employee perks programs while providing responsive support, coordinating key events and communications, and ensuring employees have access to available resources.

Maintain Records & Compliance:

Keep employee records and compliance documentation accurate, organized, and audit-ready while supporting regulatory reporting, required notices, and periodic audits.

Enhance ELT Operations:

Improve processes and maintain resources, including ELT SharePoint sites, that make important information easier for employees and leaders to access and navigate.

What You'll Bring:

• 2+ years of experience supporting HR operations, HRIS administration, payroll, benefits, or related employee lifecycle processes.

• Strong systems aptitude and experience working with HRIS and payroll platforms; experience with UKG is a plus.
• Working knowledge of payroll, benefits, employee records, and employment-related compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage recurring processes, deadlines, and employee needs.
• Strong communication and customer service skills with a thoughtful, responsive approach to supporting employees, leaders, and external partners.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive employee information.

Our Compensation Philosophy:

The total compensation range for this position is $34-$42 hourly (inclusive of base salary + bonus). The base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Why You'll Love Working at Fenton:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, and 48 hours of sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing
• Education reimbursement and sponsored training programs
• Discounted apartment housing (15–20% off Fenton communities)
• Onsite gym, Padres tickets, San Diego FC Tickets, team-building events, pet insurance discounts, and more.

About H.G. Fenton Company:

We are a family-owned Real Estate Company born in San Diego, operating for over 100 years. Our largest and fastest-growing operations are in multifamily housing and commercial property management, where our purpose is to provide quality products and services that enable our customers to live well and our businesses to succeed. Through our commitment to our core values, we empower employees to make decisions that align with our culture, pioneer innovation, enhance the employee experience, promote professional development, and encourage work-life balance, ensuring our continued success for another 100 years.

Equal Opportunity Employer

H.G. Fenton is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please reach out to [e-mail].

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