Human Resource Job Opportunities

Job Title: Payroll and Benefits Manager

Company Name: Rhode Island Community Food Bank

Company Address: 200 Niantic Ave, Providence, RI 02907

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 | Full Time/Non-Exempt

Mission:
To improve the quality of life for all Rhode Islanders by advancing solutions to the problem of hunger.

Vision:
We envision a state where no one goes hungry.

Diversity Statement:
The Rhode Island Community Food Bank embodies diversity, serving every part of our state and engaging people from all communities and backgrounds in our work. We are an open and inclusive organization that welcomes, respects, and values all people. Diversity strengthens our organization, so we take responsibility for attracting employees, volunteers, and supporters with diverse identities and life experiences. When we seek out, recognize, and cultivate diversity within our staff, we create an enriched and more inclusive work environment. Ultimately, it is our collective wisdom that enables us to achieve our mission with creativity and compassion.

Nature and Scope of Position:
The Payroll and Benefits Manager is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll and the administration of employee benefit programs. This role plays a critical part in supporting employees throughout the employment life cycle, managing payroll, benefits enrollment, HRIS data integrity, and onboarding processes. The Manager ensures compliance with applicable federal and state regulations and delivers exceptional customer service to staff on payroll and benefits matters.

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, this position supports daily HR operations with a focus on payroll processing, benefits coordination, and HRIS management through ADP Workforce Now. The incumbent coordinates the annual benefits open enrollment process and provides ongoing assistance to employees regarding benefits. This position also oversees onboarding procedures, including drug testing for drivers, background checks for new hires, and enrollment of new employees in ADP, Employee Navigator, American Funds, and Reliance Life Insurance

Principle Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Payroll and HRIS Management (ADP Workforce Now)

• Serve as the subject matter expert for ADP Workforce Now across Payroll, Benefits, and related functional areas.
• Administer biweekly payroll processing, ensuring accurate calculations for bonuses, retroactive pay, garnishment, merit increases, promotions, and other earnings or deductions.
• Oversee timely processing of 401(k), HSA, and FSA contributions.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of Federal and RI State payroll tax rules and regulations.
• Manage year-end payroll activities, including W-2s, 1095s, and required tax filings.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of employee timecards and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Generate and analyze standard and ad hoc reports for payroll, benefits, compliance, and management requests.
• Oversee the secure storage and accuracy of payroll records to meet audit and legal standards.
• Track and report Paid Time Off, overtime, and other key payroll and HR metrics.
• Train HR and Finance teams on ADP system functionality to optimize usage and self-service capabilities.
• Manage data integrations between ADP and third-party benefit vendors to enhance data accuracy and streamline processes.
• Maintain accurate employee data in the HRIS across the full employee life cycle, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and timely updates.
• Partner with the Director of HR to manage system upgrades, troubleshoot issues, and ensure optimal system performance.
• Stay current on system updates and evolving features to continuously improve HRIS and payroll operations.

Benefits Administration

• Administer all employee benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, COBRA, life, disability, and 401(k).
• Manage benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations using Employee Navigator, American Funds, and Reliance Life.
• Manage the annual open enrollment process and communicate plan changes to staff.
• Provide year-round support for benefit-related inquiries and claims.
• Ensure compliance with ACA, ERISA, IRS, OSHA, FMCSA, and other applicable regulations.
• Partner with the Director of HR to analyze benefit utilization and recommend improvements or plan changes.
• Oversee all mandated compliance reporting related to benefits.
• Manage employee benefit education, including 401(k) sessions with SRP Advisors and training on available benefit programs.
• Prepare annual 401(k) census, participate in surveys, and ensure timely distribution of required minimum distributions (RMDs).

General HR Administration Support

• Manage monthly staff meetings and liaise with host departments.
• Facilitate onboarding processes, including background checks, drug testing, system enrollment, and paperwork.
• Manage both physical and digital filing systems for HR documentation, ensuring timely, secure, and efficient access to employee records and sensitive information in HRIS, physical files, and benefits systems.
• Coordinate employee communications, benefits training, and wellness initiatives.
• Partner with hiring departments to ensure resources and equipment are ready for new hires.
• Collaborate with the Director of HR and committee chairs to organize staff training, workshops, and employee events (e.g., holiday and summer outings).
• Support the annual Performance Management Program, ensuring all steps are completed by managers and directors.
• Schedule, attend, and take minutes for the Human Resources Committee.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong expertise in ADP Workforce Now (or comparable HRIS/payroll system) is required.
• In-depth understanding of payroll processing, payroll taxes, HRIS systems, and benefits administration required.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with a focus on customer service.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience with ADP DataCloud or similar reporting tools is preferred.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented, diverse environment.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and alignment with the mission of the Rhode Island Community Food Bank.

Please apply through the online job posting: ADP WFN Payroll&Benefits Manager

Posted 06/13/2025

Job Title: Temporary Benefits Analyst

Company Name: IGT

Company Address: 10 Memorial Blvd, Providence, RI 02903

Requisition ID:  16823

IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.

Overview

IGT´s Benefits department is seeking a U.S. Benefits Analyst to support. The Department is committed to a trusting and collaborative culture where we value growth and development. We engage proactively with our business colleagues to truly understand them and to deliver results for our company and our employees.

Responsibilities

The Benefits Analyst supports the development, implementation, administration, execution and maintains benefits programs, policies, and procedures. Ensures programs meet company needs, comply with legal requirements, and are cost effective. As member of a Center of Expertise the Benefits Analyst will be the third-tier response level to employees on benefits related issues, questions and will work closely with the Total Rewards team in developing benefits communications strategies. Daily job duties for the analyst may include evaluating existing benefit programs and proposing changes, as well as developing new programs. May create communication materials, such as presentations and information packages, to keep employees and management updated on plan changes and amendments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for assisting with the administration of all benefits and retirement programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and 401(k) plan.
• Monitors eligibility, limitations, and restrictions of plan participations and ensures compliance with both plan provisions and government requirements.
• Provides guidance and counsel to employees, HRIS representatives, and managers on the requirements and provisions of benefit programs and assist with the resolution of potential problems.
• Develops, conducts and participates in a variety of presentations to inform and educate management and employees about changes to benefit plans, administrative practices and legislated requirements and programs.
• Prepares bid specifications analyze proposals and renewal information and interprets insurance carrier contracts.
• Responsible for data necessary to complete government compliance activities (audits, etc.), employee mailings, vendor billings, coordinating data collection and updating numerous reports for management.
• Monitors plan limits, eligibility and other restrictions on plan participation to ensure compliance with both plan provisions and government requirements.
• Oversees/directs the administration of COBRA compliance.
• Researches current benefit trends and regulatory/legislated requirements and recommends programs/changes to the Director, Employee Benefits.
• Compiles, analyzes and reports benefit data including employee, benefit plan and financial for Benefit's strategic planning and evaluation, best practices and benchmark surveys
• Assisting in the mergers and acquisitions due diligence process
• Working pro-actively across multiple business units, establishing and maintaining effective relationships with employees, and serving as a liaison between Total Rewards as a COE organization.
• Compiles, analyzes and reports data including employee, plan financials for strategic benefits planning and evaluation.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated basic knowledge of employee benefit programs, including flexible benefit programs, financial
• analysis and budgeting
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations in computing rates, premiums and adjustments.
• Organizational skills to develop/maintain reporting "standards" where applicable.
• Project management experience to oversee various projects.
• Must be comfortable working independently and making recommendations.
• Must be a problem-solver.
• Must remain open to change and new information and ideas and adapt to the same. Must encourage and foster
• cooperation and teamwork.
• Requires strong communication skills, good writing skills, strong customer service and analytical skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• Required Education & Experience:
• Knowledge of employment, benefit programs, including flexible benefit programs.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field with an emphasis in business or finance, or equivalent
• years professional/analytical experience related to the above described duties.
• Minimum of 1-3 years related experience required

Keys to Success

• Building collaborative relationships
• Decision making
• Drive results
• Foster innovation
• Personal energy
• Self-leadership

IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and any other personal attributes protected by federal, state, or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.

At IGT, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range is $59,795 - $122,400. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.

Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles are eligible for discretionary bonuses . In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance. Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

All IGT employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.

IGT (NYSE: IGT) is the global leader in gaming. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.

instructions and link on how to apply: https://jobs.igt.com/IGT/job/Providence-Temporary-Benefits-Analyst-RI-02903/1185481001/

Posted 04/02/2025

Job Title: Director of Employee Experience/EEO Officer

Company Name: City of Providence

Company Address: 80 Lower College Rd, Kingston, RI 02881

Job Type: Non-Union

Job Posting: COP-00009-25

Salary: $88,792 – $117,996

Job Grade Level: A20-24

Department: People & Culture (HR) – Employee Experience

Job Summary:The Director of Employee Experience also serves as the Equal Employment Opportunity Officer and reports to the Chief People Officer. The director/officer leads efforts to maintain positive employee relations, employment experience, addresses workplace issues, oversees investigations, designs and implements policies and action plans to promote a supportive, equitable, and inclusive work environment through development and deployment of effective employee engagement and retention strategies.

Duties & Responsibilities

• The Director of Employee Experience works closely with the Executive team to develop a comprehensive employee experience monitoring strategies to inform programming, learning and development programming, including analysis of surveys/data and/or focus groups to assess and monitor workplace climate in accordance with industry best practices.
• Assists the Director of Talent, Director of DEIB, and Manager of Learning & Development in the design of trainings related to harassment, misconduct, conflict resolution, mediation/ADRs, and others.
• Responsible for developing, recommending, and implementing employee relations strategies, policies and procedures, and metrics.
• Communicates with employees at all levels regarding employee relations concerns; provides guidance and recommendations for resolution of issues.
• Assists managers and supervisors in understanding and implementing policies related to performance, discipline, and related topics.
• Develops, presents, and administers annual departmental budget for the areas applicable to the Employee Experience unit.
• Hires, trains and oversees the work of department staff.
• Oversees Equal Employment Opportunity and/or Affirmative Action compliance programs and compiles statistical data of City departments regarding demographics of City employees.
• Assist City departments in the evaluation, revision, and/or drafting of Affirmative Action (AA), and EEO plans.
• Investigate workplace complaints including but not limited to allegations of harassment, misconduct, and unlawful discrimination from employees based on race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, mental disability and/or physical disability.
• Receive, process, investigate and mediate workplace complaints including but not limited to harassment, sexual harassment and/or discrimination filed by City Employees.
• Maintain and disseminate information on non-discrimination and sexual harassment policies.
• Provide status reports regarding EEO Complaints, investigations, and outcomes.
• Research municipal, state and national legal developments in the administration and oversight of EEO/AA programs and remain current on best practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources or a related field;
• At least five (5) years of progressive Human Resources experience required, including three years of strategic experience.
• SHRM-SCP, or SPHR preferred.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• In-depth understanding of human resources and labor relations principles, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with employees, elected officials, Directors, and other stakeholders.
• Working understanding of statistical concepts and methods of data collection.
• Ability to compile, research, and analyze information.
• Ability to compose and present comprehensive reports.
• Ability to develop, present, and administer a complex budget.
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s structure, policies, and administrative practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Please apply online at: https://jobs.providenceri.gov/2025/03/06/director-of-employee-experience-eeo-officer/

Posted 04/02/2025