HRIS & Compliance Specialist
Positive Development
Legal
United States
USD 65k-74k / year
Location
United States
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
Remote
Department
Talent
Compensation
- $65K – $74K
Position Title: Rippling HRIS & Compliance Specialist
Reports To: Director, Human Resources
Direct Reports: None
Status: Full-Time, Salary
Setting: Remote - candidates located in PST highly preferred.
Job Duties:
Maintain a live HR compliance tracker covering all operating and remote-employee states — minimum wage rates, paid sick and family leave laws, pay transparency requirements, labor law posting obligations, and background check restrictions.
Proactively monitor regulatory changes and provide timely updates and recommendations to the HR Director on items requiring action.
Alert tax agency promptly when employees are hired in new states requiring employer tax registration or SUI account setup; maintain a log of state coverage and registration status
Maintain an accurate log of state registrations, compliance requirements, and current coverage status.
Manage all employee lifecycle transactions within the HRIS, including hires, promotions, organizational updates, and terminations.
Conduct monthly data integrity audits to ensure employee records are accurate, complete, and reflective of the active workforce.
Generate and analyze compliance, audit, and reports as needed to support business and regulatory requirements.
Create and implement workflows in HRIS to streamline and automate processes.
Coordinate implementation of new features, system enhancements, and process improvements within vendor platforms to support scalability and operational efficiency.
Maintain and update the OSHA 300 injury and illness log in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Coordinate incident reporting with operations and ensure timely and accurate documentation.
Ensure OSHA 300A annual summary is posted by February 1 and removed by April 30, with records retained in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
Maintain full compliance with federal and state labor law posting requirements across all physical locations.
Ensure electronic notice distribution and accessibility for remote employees in all applicable states.
Monitor regulatory changes and update postings promptly to remain compliant.
Maintain HR personnel files and records in accordance with federal and applicable state retention requirements.
Manage the overall records retention and disposition calendar to ensure compliance and audit readiness.
Plan, track, and communicate progress on HR department initiatives, including handbook updates, open enrollment, compliance training rollouts, HRIS enhancements, and new program launches.
Develop and maintain project timelines, ensuring accountability and timely delivery of key milestones.
Provide regular status updates to stakeholders and escalate risks or delays as needed.
Document and maintain HR workflows and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Identify process inefficiencies and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
Evaluate and implement HR technology enhancements and self-service solutions to improve efficiency and reduce administrative burden.
Support company-wide safety compliance efforts by coordinating OSHA-related reporting and documentation.
Assist with incident recordkeeping, injury tracking, and maintenance of accurate safety data.
Maintain and monitor safety training records to ensure completion and compliance across all locations.
Prepare the organization for federal and state audits (e.g., DOL, OSHA, EEOC, USCIS) by ensuring documentation is complete, accurate, and audit-ready.
Maintain ongoing audit readiness and support the HR Director in responding to regulatory inquiries, audits, and investigations.
Track and coordinate required compliance activities across all locations, including ADA, FLSA, Code of Conduct, and federal and state regulatory changes.
Maintain accurate compliance records and ensure timely completion of all required training, documentation, and regulatory obligations.
Manage and oversee relationships with key HR vendors, including Rippling and Aprio (tax, audit, and advisory services), ensuring services are delivered accurately, timely, and in alignment with organizational needs.
Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor escalations, system issues, and service performance concerns; drive resolution and continuous improvement.
Partner with Finance and leadership to monitor vendor contracts, scopes of work, and associated costs; identify opportunities for optimization, consolidation, or cost savings.
Ensure data integrity and compliance across vendor platforms by conducting regular audits, reconciliations, and system reviews.
Manage and coordinate employment-based visa and immigration processes, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal regulations and organizational policies.
Partner with external immigration counsel and internal stakeholders to initiate, track, and complete visa petitions (e.g., H-1B, L-1, TN, OPT/STEM) and employment authorization processes.
Monitor visa status, expiration dates, and work authorization timelines to ensure timely renewals, extensions, and continued work eligibility.
Ensure compliance with Department of Labor (DOL), USCIS, and other regulatory requirements, including posting notices, wage requirements, and recordkeeping obligations.
Manage and administer the organization’s virtual mailbox, ensuring timely receipt, review, and distribution of all incoming physical and electronic mail.
Serve as the central point of coordination for routing sensitive documents (e.g., legal notices, tax documents, employee correspondence, government communications) to appropriate internal stakeholders.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or similar field is preferred but not required.
HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred but not required.
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in Human Resources, with a strong focus on HR operations, compliance, or HRIS administration
Experience supporting a multi-state workforce and navigating federal and state employment laws
Demonstrated experience with audits (e.g., DOL, OSHA, I-9) and compliance program management preferred
Experience with HRIS system, Rippling is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools for data analysis and audits
Familiarity with compliance tracking tools, document management systems, and electronic I-9 systems preferred
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Parental Leave
401k with Employer Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Life & Disability Insurance
Pet Insurance
Technology Stipend
Referral Bonus Program
Compensation Range: $65K - $74K