HRIS and Compensation Specialist

ISO New England; Holyoke (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an HRIS & Compensation Specialist, where your expertise in data management and analysis will drive informed decisions. This role offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for flexibility while contributing to the organization’s mission of ensuring a reliable energy future. You’ll work closely with HRIS vendors and collaborate on various projects, enhancing your skills in data visualization and reporting. With a focus on accuracy and process efficiency, you’ll play a vital role in supporting compensation operations and compliance reporting in a stable and supportive environment.

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule

Performance bonus

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Enhanced 401(k)

Wellness programs

Onsite gym

Free coffee

Flexible work hours

Access to business networks

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with HR systems preferred.
• Strong data analysis and visualization skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage HRIS input, maintenance, and data integrity.
• Generate workforce reports and design custom reports.

Skills

Data Analysis

Excel Dashboard Creation

HRIS Management

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, IT, or related field

Tools

Dayforce

Job description

ISO New England is the independent system operator responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable flow of electricity in our region and planning for the future of the electric grid. We are at the forefront of New England’s ongoing transition to clean energy.

The HRIS & Compensation Specialist is a key member of the Compensation, Benefits, and HRIS team, responsible for maintaining, reporting, and visualizing data to enable informed discussions and data-driven decisions. The ideal candidate will have a passion for accuracy, a drive for process efficiency, and the ability to organize and analyze large data sets to identify workforce and program trends.

What we offer you:

• Hybrid work schedule with 2-3 days/week onsite
• Base salary plus performance bonus, professional development and tuition reimbursement, enhanced 401(k) and financial planning, wellness programs with onsite gym, onsite Cafe with free coffee, flexible work hours, access to business networks, and more—all within a stable and supportive environment!

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Manage daily HRIS input, maintenance, and data integrity for transactions, procedures, report writing, and processes
• Collaborate with HRIS vendors to develop, monitor, troubleshoot benefit carrier feed files, and manage data imports/exports
• Generate workforce reports and metrics, including designing custom reports and supporting HR requests
• Create Excel dashboards and KPI visualizations
• Assist HR with reporting and analysis, including special projects for the Director of C&B HRIS or CHRO
• Serve as a liaison for Payroll/Finance, supporting monthly reporting, accruals, and special requests
• Prepare and submit data for audits and compliance reporting (EEOC, state requirements)
• Support onboarding and employee change processes
• Develop and maintain process documentation, identifying opportunities for simplification
• Support compensation operations, including data management for annual planning, benchmarking surveys, and workflow approval templates

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, IT, or related field
• At least three years of experience with HR systems preferred
• Expertise in Excel, including dashboard creation
• HRIS experience; Dayforce preferred
• Strong data analysis and visualization skills
• Critical thinking and hypothesis testing skills using data
• Attention to detail, organizational, and planning skills

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This role is based in the U.S. or requires relocation if outside the U.S.

Equal Opportunity: We are an EEO employer, considering applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, age, marital status, disability, service in the armed forces, genetic information, or any other protected status under law.

Drug-Free Environment: We maintain a drug-free workplace with pre-employment substance testing.