What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Operations and Analytics Specialist position at Battery Park City Authority?
About BPCA
The Battery Park City Authority (BPCA) is a New York State public benefit corporation dedicated to creating a vibrant, sustainable community on Manhattan’s Lower West Side. Through innovative resiliency initiatives, green spaces, public art, affordable housing, and year-round programming, we help make Battery Park City a great place to live, work, and visit.
Job Details
Are you analytical, tech-savvy, and passionate about improving how HR works? The HR Operations & Analytics Specialist transforms workforce data into actionable insights, strengthens HR systems, and streamlines processes that support employees across BPCA.
This role combines HR analytics, technology, process improvement, and employee lifecycle support to enhance efficiency, data accuracy, and the overall employee experience.
What You’ll Do
HR Analytics & Reporting
- Develop workforce dashboards, reports, and KPIs using Excel, Power BI, and HR systems.
- Analyze trends in recruitment, retention, turnover, demographics, engagement, and training.
- Maintain data accuracy and prepare workforce, compliance, benefits, and learning reports.
- Update organizational charts and provide insights to support leadership decisions.
HR Systems & Process Improvement
- Support and optimize HR systems, including ADP Workforce Now and 15Five.
- Identify opportunities to automate tasks, streamline workflows, and improve HR processes.
- Develop and maintain HR forms, procedures, workflows, and documentation.
- Support system upgrades, testing, employee training, and technology adoption.
- Maintain HR SharePoint resources.
Employee Lifecycle & HR Operations
- Process employee transactions, including hires, promotions, salary changes, status changes, and separations.
- Assist employees and managers with time-off requests, system issues, and reporting.
- Maintain accurate, confidential personnel and training records.
- Coordinate approvals through DocuSign and support benefits billing reconciliation.
What We’re Looking For
- Five years of relevant HR experience, including strong expertise in HR systems, reporting, and analytics.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Advanced Excel and Power BI skills, with experience developing reports and analyzing workforce data.
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and DocuSign.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
- A continuous improvement mindset, attention to detail, and curiosity about new technologies.
- Ability to handle confidential information and collaborate effectively across teams.
Our Culture
At BPCA, we foster a workplace where employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to be themselves. We embrace collaboration, belonging, continuous learning, and professional growth.
Why Join BPCA?
Make a meaningful impact while helping shape a vibrant, sustainable community. BPCA offers opportunities to grow professionally, collaborate across departments, and contribute to work that benefits generations to come.
Our Benefits Include:
- Generous paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Wellness and commuter programs
- Flexible spending account and employer match
- Pension and deferred compensation plans
- Learning and professional development opportunities
Battery Park City Authority is committed to equal employment opportunities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000