Entry Level HR Operations Analyst Jobs
New grad hr operations analyst jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on coursework in HR systems can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site and hybrid roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Technology & Software, and Retail, with employers like Amazon, Penn State Health, and Canonical hiring at this level now.
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The Human Resources Specialist (Employee Benefits) supports the administration of employee benefits and HR programs while providing high-quality customer service to employees. This role manages benefit-related processes, leave administration, and personnel records to ensure accuracy and compliance. The position plays a key role in supporting employees and maintaining efficient HR operations.
Duties
1. Employee Benefits
- Understanding, communication and implementation of the university benefit programs. These programs include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance and any/all insurance options administered by the university through ERS.
- Assists in the administration of the university’s retirement programs, Teacher Retirement System (TRS) and Optional Retirement Program (ORP).
- Assist in the administration of the university 403(b) plan.
2. Employee Processing and Support
- Conducts new employee on-boarding including verifying new employees’ authorization to work, explaining and completing employment and benefits paperwork, and answering any questions regarding employment at the University.
- Conducts exit/clearance activities (separation of employment) for employees who separate employment from the University, including retirement.
3. Human Resources Systems
- Processes payroll, insurance, personnel action forms within stated deadlines as required by the University’s business processes.
- Performs assigned tasks using computer applications such as Microsoft Excel and Word and administrative systems such as Banner other proprietary software systems.
4. Human Resources Automation
- Oversees HR automation processes such as the leave management process, on-line timekeeping, electronic personnel action forms and other automated processes.
- Creates, updates, or changes electronic personnel action forms.
- Maintains working knowledge of HR related processes that could benefit from HR automation opportunities and effectively communicate those opportunities to management and/or implement automation instances.
5. Customer Service
- Counsels and responds to questions, in person, email and by phone, from employees regarding insurance, retirement, service time, general benefits and human resource programs.
- Receives and responds to employment verifications from outside sources such as state agencies, private employers, banks, mortgage companies, etc. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business administration with a major in human resources or any business field plus one year experience in any area of human resources or payroll. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job is acceptable.
Pay: $44,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
The Human Resources Specialist (Employee Benefits) supports the administration of employee benefits and HR programs while providing high-quality customer service to employees. This role manages benefit-related processes, leave administration, and personnel records to ensure accuracy and compliance. The position plays a key role in supporting employees and maintaining efficient HR operations.
Duties
1. Employee Benefits
- Understanding, communication and implementation of the university benefit programs. These programs include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance and any/all insurance options administered by the university through ERS.
- Assists in the administration of the university’s retirement programs, Teacher Retirement System (TRS) and Optional Retirement Program (ORP).
- Assist in the administration of the university 403(b) plan.
2. Employee Processing and Support
- Conducts new employee on-boarding including verifying new employees’ authorization to work, explaining and completing employment and benefits paperwork, and answering any questions regarding employment at the University.
- Conducts exit/clearance activities (separation of employment) for employees who separate employment from the University, including retirement.
3. Human Resources Systems
- Processes payroll, insurance, personnel action forms within stated deadlines as required by the University’s business processes.
- Performs assigned tasks using computer applications such as Microsoft Excel and Word and administrative systems such as Banner other proprietary software systems.
4. Human Resources Automation
- Oversees HR automation processes such as the leave management process, on-line timekeeping, electronic personnel action forms and other automated processes.
- Creates, updates, or changes electronic personnel action forms.
- Maintains working knowledge of HR related processes that could benefit from HR automation opportunities and effectively communicate those opportunities to management and/or implement automation instances.
5. Customer Service
- Counsels and responds to questions, in person, email and by phone, from employees regarding insurance, retirement, service time, general benefits and human resource programs.
- Receives and responds to employment verifications from outside sources such as state agencies, private employers, banks, mortgage companies, etc. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business administration with a major in human resources or any business field plus one year experience in any area of human resources or payroll. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job is acceptable.
Pay: $44,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Entry Level HR Operations Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level hr operations analyst job?
Employers hiring at this level look for familiarity with HR information systems like Workday or ADP, comfort with data entry and reporting, and an understanding of basic HR processes such as onboarding and benefits administration. A relevant internship, an HR certificate, or coursework in human resources or business analytics gives candidates a clear edge over applicants with no hands-on exposure.
Which companies hire entry level hr operations analysts?
Companies hiring entry level hr operations analysts right now include Amazon, Penn State Health, and Canonical, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large enterprises with dedicated HR departments, staffing firms, and fast-growing companies building out their people operations teams.
Are there remote entry level hr operations analyst jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles are common at this stage. About 13% of entry level hr operations analyst openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so candidates willing to work in person or on a hybrid schedule will see a broader range of openings than those limiting their search to fully remote positions.
Are these new grad hr operations analyst jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior hr operations analyst roles. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes candidates with zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or part-time HR work in place of full-time history, and does not require professional certifications. Look for postings that list internships, coursework, or a portfolio as acceptable qualifications.
Which industries hire the most entry level hr operations analysts?
Entry Level hr operations analyst roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Technology & Software, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to have large workforces and ongoing hiring cycles, which creates consistent demand for entry level HR operations support to manage onboarding, data maintenance, and compliance tracking.