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HRIS Analyst

Make a global impact by supporting HR technology across multiple regions and partnering with HR, Payroll, Benefits, and IT teams.

Join a growing organization where your expertise will directly influence the future HR technology landscape and employee experience.

A company with a world class reputation for safety and performance.

This position can be based in Burbank, CA, Chicago, IL, or Salt Lake City, UT.

We're Finding Better Ways to provide materials the world needs, now and in the future. Our values, care, courage and curiosity, guide how we work and how we treat each other.

About the role

We are seeking an HRIS Analyst to support and maintain our global People systems across a diverse portfolio of operations. This role will play a key part in ensuring accurate system configuration, reliable data, and effective day-to-day system performance supporting employees and leaders across multiple regions. Additionally, this role will be responsible for standing up a new HRIS system supporting approximately 1,000 employees across the globe and managing the vendor relationships with the HRIS platform.

This role is suited for a systems-focused HR professional who works at the intersection of HR, data, and technology. You will partner with HR, Payroll, Benefits, and IT stakeholders to support system configurations, upgrades, and issue resolution across core HR and benefits systems while helping to drive consistency and standardization across regions. This role reports to the HR Manager.

You will also support Global Process Lead (GPL) activities for assigned processes, contributing to governance, documentation, and continuous improvement efforts.

What you'll be doing

• Maintain and support HR and benefits systems, including system configuration, updates, and day-to-day functionality
• Assist in system upgrades, patches, and testing cycles (UAT), partnering with IT and functional teams to validate changes
• Support Global Process Lead (GPL) activities, including process documentation, governance, and standardization across regions
• Monitor and maintain data integrity across HR systems, identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Troubleshoot system issues and partner with HR, Payroll, Benefits, and IT teams to ensure timely resolution
• Support benefits system processes, including plan updates, employee eligibility, and coordination with vendors
• Support HR processes through system transactions, integrations, and reporting needs
• Generate and maintain reports, dashboards, and data analysis to support business decisions
• Develop and maintain process documentation, user guides, and training materials
• Provide training and support to HR teams and end users on system functionality and best practices
• Identify opportunities for system and process improvements and escalate recommendations as appropriate
• Evaluate different HRIS platforms for functionality and ease of use, ultimately driving the implementation of a new HRIS to support the business
• Participate in all aspects of new HRIS implementation including project scope definition, identifying risks and dependencies, configure user testing, train end users, and assisting with post-project hyper care

About you

We're looking for someone whose experience aligns with the key requirements below. You do not need to meet every helpful-for-success item to apply. If you bring relevant experience and are excited by the opportunity, we encourage you to submit an application.

Required for Success

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, or related field and/or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in HRIS, HR operations, or systems-related roles
• Experience supporting HR systems (e.g., SAP, Workday, or similar), including configurations and system updates
• Exposure to system implementations, upgrades, or testing cycles (UAT)
• Experience supporting benefits systems or administration (e.g., health and welfare, retirement, or vendor platforms) preferred
• Experience supporting multi-site or global environments preferred
• Strong understanding of HR processes, including employee lifecycle, payroll interfaces, and data management
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and compliance
• Ability to troubleshoot system issues and work cross-functionally with HR, IT, and business stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel and reporting

Helpful for Success

• PHR, SPHR, or SHRM-CP/SCP
• HRIP (Human Resource Information Professional) or similar HRIS-focused certification
• Workday Pro, SAP SuccessFactors, or other HR system certifications
• CEBS (Certified Employee Benefit Specialist) or similar benefits-related certification

What we offer

• A safety-focused and inclusive working environment
• Advantageous salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP) for eligible employees
• Access to top tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits.
• A 6% of eligible pay Company contribution to save for your retirement needs
• Generous 401(k) Company match program (company match dollar per dollar up to 6% of your base pay) up to defined limits
• Generous Rio Tinto employee share program, including matching Company shares
• Comprehensive leave policies covering all moments that matter in life
• Ongoing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

Where you'll be working

Rio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We supply approximately 25% of the world's demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. We seek to create mutual value by working closely with our investment partners and host communities. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872

About Rio Tinto Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can't do it on our own, so we're focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.

Respect and Inclusion

Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.

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