What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Systems Administrator position at Saronic?
Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.
Role Overview
You will be responsible for the implementation, management, and optimization of our HR systems (HRIS, benefits platforms, etc.) while also supporting daily HR operations including onboarding, compliance, employee recordkeeping, and employee support.
This is a hybrid technical and administrative role — perfect for someone passionate about both technology and people.
\n- HRIS / Systems Administration:
- Manage, maintain, and improve our HRIS (Paycom).
- Partner with vendors and internal stakeholders to troubleshoot system issues and implement updates or improvements.
- Ensure data accuracy across all HR systems, including payroll, benefits, time tracking, and performance management.
- Create custom reports and dashboards to support People Operations and leadership reporting needs.
- Drive automation initiatives to streamline HR processes.
- HR Administration:
- Support new hire onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle events.
- Administer and monitor background checks and drug screens for new hires and other employment-related processes.
- Maintain compliant and organized employee records (physical and digital).
- Assist in administering benefits programs and coordinating with benefits providers.
- Help ensure HR policies and procedures are up to date and compliant with local, state, and federal laws.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, payroll, and other topics.
- Support ad hoc HR projects including engagement surveys, initiatives, and internal communications.
- 2–4 years of experience in HRIS administration, People Operations, or HR support roles.
- Hands-on experience with at least one modern HRIS platform.
- Strong understanding of HR processes (onboarding, benefits, compliance, etc.).
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Comfortable working independently and building structure in a fast-paced environment.
- Tech-savvy — loves optimizing processes and learning new systems.
- Experience supporting a startup or fast-growth company.
- Familiarity with U.S. employment laws and regulations.
- Experience with systems integration (HRIS, payroll, ATS, benefits, etc.).
- Proficiency in Excel
- Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
- Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
- Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
- Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
- Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
- Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
- Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
- Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
- Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
- Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
