Human Resources Data Specialist - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors - the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park - giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Human Resources Data Specialist is responsible for HRIS data integrity in support of HR operations. This position reports to the Senior Total Rewards Manager.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Responsible for entering all employee record changes into the HRIS system while ensuring accuracy and completion in preparation for auditory procedures. This includes assisting in any employee change import processes in the HRIS system in conjunction with the other HR teams.
• Responsible for entering union dues and union fee information into the HRIS system. Collecting dues check-off forms and associated reporting/communication with the union. Create/Run/Maintain a variety of basic reports to prepare for internal and external audits. Assists business partners with basic ad hoc report requests, as assigned by Senior Total Rewards Manager
• Oversee administration and maintenance of the job description platform, while ensuring high levels of data integrity.
• Provides overall data administrative support to the HR department.
• Responsible for creating/maintaining jobs and job assignments in the HRIS system.
• Performing analysis and data for compensation discipline.
• Assist internal business partners to run necessary reports, fill in data gaps, and benefits billing reconciliation

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Candidate with prior experience working with Unions and HRIS systems highly preferred. This role will need someone who can have strong attention to detail, stay organized with multiple tasks/projects all at once, and be able to work under little supervision to complete tasks.

JOB EXPERIENCE

• Must have one year experience in an HR data role required
  

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma required
  
  

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Advanced working knowledge of MS Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data and make it easy to understand.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Proficient with or the ability to learn HRIS, payroll or other management software.

SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
  

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Location: San Diego, CA
• Position Type: Hourly Full-Time Non-Exempt Position
• Hourly Range: $32.86 to $36.96

Fraudulent Recruiting
Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.

If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org. If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.

Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!

At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.

As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.