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At PBI-Gordon Companies, and our subsidiaries PBI-Gordon Corporation, Pegasus Laboratories, and PetAg, Inc, our priority is people, pets, and the places they go. As employee owners, we support each other in building our careers as well as our companies. Our foundation is rooted in integrity, innovation, partnership, and pride. Come grow with us!
Reports to: Director of HR Operations
Position SummaryThe HRIS Manager oversees PBI Gordon's Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and ensures HR data, workflows, and reporting operate efficiently and accurately. This role is both strategic and hands on, responsible for system configuration, data governance, reporting, vendor management, and supporting HR operations across the employee lifecycle. This role is expected to collaborate across HR, IT, external vendors, and business leaders to ensure our technology supports a high-impact employee experience while driving process improvement and operational excellence.
Compensation & Benefits

• Employee Ownership (ESOP): Company-funded retirement contribution of approximately 18% of pay, plus 401(k)
• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, and Pet Insurance
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and parental leave
• Fitness and tuition reimbursement programs

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• HR Systems Administration & Optimization
  • Serve as the subject matter expert and primary administrator for all HR technology platforms (HRIS, ATS, Performance Management, Halo ticketing, etc.). Manage administration, implementation and maintenance of the various functionalities.
  • Lead the execution and management of recurring HR system cycles (e.g., performance reviews, merit planning).
  • Own and drive HR technology-related projects from initiation to implementation, ensuring clear stakeholder alignment and communication.
  • Lead HR technology projects (new modules, integrations, vendor transitions).
  • Configure system workflows, fields, security roles, and modules to support HR processes.
  • Manage system upgrades, testing and new feature rollouts.
  • Ensure data integrity, system optimization, and user experience across platforms and all platform modules.
  • Maintain data integrity through audits, validations, and governance standards.
  • Maintain role-based security and monitor access permissions.
  • Identify process inefficiencies and proactively implement improvements using system capabilities.
  • Evaluate HR processes and identify opportunities to streamline through automation.
  • Document workflows, SOPs, and system configurations.
• Analytics & Reporting
  • Develop and deliver easily understandable dashboards for HR leadership and the organization to facilitate strategic decision-making by utilizing performance cycles, compensation data, headcount statistics, turnover, etc.
  • Provide ad-hoc reporting and insights to HR leadership and business partners.
• Cross-functional Partnership
  • Act as primary liaison with HR tech vendors, overseeing system updates, renewals, and issue resolution.
  • Partner with IT on integrations, data flows, and system security.
  • Collaborate with Payroll, Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, and MarComm to ensure system alignment.
  • Effectively communicate priorities, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership.
• Safety Responsibilities:
  • Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
  • Participate in required safety training.
  • Report unsafe conditions, near misses, and incidents promptly.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as HR, Business, IT, etc.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in HRIS administration, ideally in a mid-to-large organization.
• Advanced data skills: comfortable using Excel, Power BI, or similar analytics tools to create dashboards and reports.
• Proven experience supporting and optimizing HR technology platforms including end-to-end operations, streamlining workflows, and enhancing user experience.
• Strong project management skills; experience leading cross-functional initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to distill technical details into clear, concise messaging for non-technical audiences.
• A self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• A critical thinker who seeks not just to identify problems but to solve them.
• An independent operator who also values partnership and inclusion.
• A strategic doer - equally comfortable in the weeds and at the whiteboard.
• Experience with SharePoint and Power Automate is a plus, but not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading a successful migration to a new HRIS, including data mapping, system configuration, process redesign, process testing, and go-live support.
• Experience leading change management efforts, including stakeholder communication, training development, and user adoption.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills - able to influence and partner at all levels of the organization.
• People leadership experience and the ability to develop talent

Work Environment & Culture
PBI-Gordon Companies offers a collaborative, employee-owned environment where accountability, partnership, and continuous improvement are valued. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop professionally, and grow their careers alongside the business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
PBI-Gordon Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Ready to Apply?If you're passionate about HR technology leadership, cross-functional project management, and HR analytics and reporting, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join an employee-owned organization where accountability, partnership, and continuous improvement are valued.
PBI-Gordon Companies and its subsidiaries are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible, full-time employees who work 30 hours per week or more. Full-time employees will become eligible to participate in benefits on the first of the month following their start date, unless stated otherwise below. (Note: Interns do not qualify for eligibility.)
Medical Insurance
We are committed to helping you and your dependents maintain health and wellness by offering voluntary, competitive medical insurance and prescription drug plan options.
Dental Insurance
Choose from two voluntary dental plans that are designed to help protect you and your dependents' oral health.
Vision Insurance
Our voluntary vision insurance plan is designed to help protect you and your dependents eye health. Coverage is available for eye exams, frames, lenses, and contact lenses. Employee owners are responsible for 100% of the cost of this plan.
Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
We offer a company-paid $50,000 life insurance policy with AD&D. You also have the opportunity to purchase additional life and AD&D insurance for yourself, your spouse and/or your dependent children. The cost for this coverage is based on the amount you elect and your age.
Short- and Long-term Disability
Our company-paid short-term and long-term disability plans to provide income replacement in the event you are not able to work due to illness or injury. Short-term disability will provide 70% income replacement up to $1,350 per week and long-term disability will provide 60% income replacement up to $5,000 per month.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
EAP Services are company paid to benefit all employee-owners and their families. EAP provides up to six free counseling sessions to help you and your family members manage life stressors, solve personal or relationship concerns, and achieve your goals.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Flexible Spending Plans offer employee-owners the option to set aside pre-tax monies into a medical reimbursement or dependent care account to help pay for out-of-pocket medical, dental or vision expenses or day care costs. The maximum contributions are determined by the IRS and adjusted annually. This is a use-it-or-lose-it account, meaning any funds remaining in the account following the close of the plan year will be forfeited.
Pet Insurance
We love our pets! Pet insurance options for your furry friends is offered through the ASPCA. Employee-owners can enroll and pay premiums directly to ASPCA.
Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
Everyone needs time off to rest and recharge! Paid time off includes Regular PTO, Personal PTO, and specified paid company holidays. *The amount of paid time off (PTO) depends upon the employee's position and years of service.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
We act like we own the company because we do! An ESOP provides employees with an ownership stake in the company. It's an additional form of compensation directly tied to PBI-Gordon Companies financial success. All regular employees are eligible to participate in the ESOP the first of the month following 30 days of service. PBI-Gordon Companies contributes approximately 18% of total compensation annually with a six-year vesting schedule. Our ESOP is more than a benefit, it is a key part of a culture, and it can provide significant rewards in retirement!
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Saving for retirement is one of the most important financial decisions you can make. We offer a 401(k)-retirement savings plan to assist employees with this important financial goal. New employee owners are eligible to participate the first of the month following 30 days of employment. We provide a company match of 100% up to 3% deferral with a three-year vesting schedule.
Fitness Reimbursement
We believe regular exercise helps improve overall health and job performance. PBI-Gordon will reimburse up to a maximum of $300 annually for gym/fitness memberships.
William Everett & Mary Ellen Mealman Scholarship Fund
Children or grandchildren of employee-owners may apply for a scholarship under the William Everett & Mary Ellen Mealman scholarship fund. Applicants are awarded based on financial need, academic achievement, and involvement in extracurricular/community activities.
Tuition Reimbursement
After one full year of employment, employee-owners are eligible for tuition reimbursement for bachelor's level coursework related to their current job or any future job offered at PBI-Gordon Companies.
Parental Leave
Company paid parental leave is offered to employee-owners following the birth of a child or the placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption, foster care, or surrogacy. This policy will run concurrently with Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave, as applicable.
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Please see our CCPA disclosure for more information.
Employment is contingent upon and may not begin until the successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen. PBI-Gordon and its subsidiaries participate in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit the E-Verify Website.