Entry Level HR Operations Specialist Jobs
New grad hr operations specialist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on coursework in HR systems can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings mix on-site and remote arrangements 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 Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level hr operations specialist job?
Entry level hr operations specialist roles look for candidates who understand core HR processes like onboarding, benefits administration, and HRIS data entry. Employers at this level value hands-on internship experience, coursework in human resources or business administration, and familiarity with tools like Workday or ADP. A resume that highlights accuracy, attention to detail, and any exposure to HR workflows will give you a clear edge over candidates with only a general background.
Which companies hire entry level hr operations specialists?
Companies hiring entry level hr operations specialists right now include Amazon, Penn State Health, and Canonical, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including large corporations with structured HR teams, healthcare systems, staffing firms, and growing mid-size companies that need operational HR support as their headcount scales.
Are there remote entry level hr operations specialist jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles remain common at this stage since many teams prefer in-person onboarding for junior hires. About 13% of entry level hr operations specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, which means flexible arrangements are available if you target the right employers. Searching by work setting on Migrate Mate lets you focus only on the openings that match your location preference.
Are these new grad hr operations specialist jobs?
Yes, new grad and junior candidates are the core audience for these roles. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and treats internships, HR coursework, or a portfolio of relevant projects as qualifying credentials. Look for listings that mention recent graduates, entry level training programs, or degree requirements in place of years of experience as a strong signal the role is designed for candidates just starting out.
Which industries hire the most entry level hr operations specialists?
Entry Level hr operations specialist 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 drive hiring at this level because they maintain large employee populations, operate complex onboarding cycles, and need consistent HR administrative support that junior specialists can provide from day one.