Human Resources Technician

Tryfacta, Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Tryfacta, Inc. in San Jose, CA is seeking a Temporary Human Resources Technician to provide technical and administrative HR support for operations, ensuring accurate processing of personnel transactions and HR records.

You will maintain HRIS data, run routine reports, assist with recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll-related transactions, and ensure confidentiality and compliance with HR policies.

Qualifications

• Experience performing technical and administrative HR support functions.
• Experience handling confidential personnel information with a high degree of accuracy.
• Experience with HR databases, HRIS, or employee information systems.

Responsibilities

• Process personnel transactions including promotions, transfers, temporary assignments, salary changes, and terminations.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data.
• Support recruitment processes, onboarding, and background checks.

Skills

HRIS

Payroll

Data analytics

Excel

ATS

LMS

Records management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

HR coursework / degree

PHR

SHRM-CP

Tools

HRIS platforms

HR databases

Job description

About US:

Tryfacta is a leading, nationally renowned Workforce Management Solution provider for private & public sector firms across the US. We specialize in Healthcare, IT, Business Support, and Professional & Craft/Light Industrial ecosystems.

Founded in March 1996, we have a presence in all 50 States. Tryfacta has Ranked number 1 as one of the fastest-growing companies by Inc. Magazine (Inc. 5000)!

Job Title:

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Location:

San Jose, CA (Onsite)

Assignment Details:

• Duration: 960 Hours in a fiscal year
• Work Schedule: Full-Time: 30-40 hrs/week
• Start Date: to be discussed
• Pay Rate: $34.92

Role Overview:

The Human Resources Technician provides technical and administrative support for Human Resources operations, ensuring the accurate processing of personnel transactions, maintenance of HR records, administration of HRIS data, reporting, and employee support services. The role supports recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll-related transactions, workforce data integrity, and organizational reporting while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HR policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process personnel transactions including promotions, transfers, temporary assignments, step increases, probation completions, salary changes, supervisory changes, reorganizations, and terminations.
• Maintain accurate employee records, organizational assignments, reporting structures, and pay-related data in HRIS systems.
• Create and maintain employee profiles and process new hire transactions.
• Run routine HR reports, data audits, and benefit file feeds.
• Prepare and distribute employee notices related to pay changes, discrepancies, and personnel actions.
• Support recruitment processes, applicant tracking, interview coordination, background checks, and onboarding activities.
• Provide employee and customer support through HR phone lines, shared inboxes, and direct inquiries.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality of personnel records and documents.
• Generate statistical and management reports and assist with workforce data analysis.
• Support benefits administration, payroll-related processing, and workforce development activities as assigned.

Required Experience:

• Experience performing technical and administrative HR support functions.
• Experience processing personnel actions, maintaining employee records, and supporting HR operations.
• Experience working with HR databases, HRIS platforms, or employee information systems.
• Experience handling confidential personnel information with a high degree of accuracy.
• Experience in data entry, reporting, records management, and administrative support.

Preferred Experience:

• Benefits administration and employee onboarding experience.
• Recruitment and applicant tracking system experience.
• Payroll processing and personnel transaction experience.
• HR data auditing, reporting, and analytics experience.
• Experience supporting large employee populations in a public sector or enterprise environment.
• Experience with temporary staffing, workforce administration, or employee lifecycle management.

Required Skills:

Technical Skills:

• Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
• HR database management and maintenance.
• Personnel transaction processing.
• Payroll and compensation-related administration.
• Benefits administration systems.
• Data auditing and reporting.
• Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for reporting and data management.
• Electronic records management and document control.
• Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Learning Management Systems (LMS) preferred.

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Customer service orientation.
• Organization and time management skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across departments.

Education / Certifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

• Coursework or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field.

Certifications (Preferred):

• PHR (Professional in Human Resources)
• SHRM-CP
• HR Information Systems or HR Analytics certifications
• Payroll or Benefits Administration certifications

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Tryfacta is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based on Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age