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Human Resources Information System (HRIS)

The HRIS Analyst is responsible for the analysis, configuration, implementation, and ongoing support of the University's human resources information systems (HRIS); partners with Human Resources, Finance, Payroll, and Information Technology teams to optimize system functionality, enhance business processes, and ensure data integrity and compliance; evaluates system performance, gathers and translates business requirements into technical solutions, and supports reporting and analytics to inform strategic decision-making; ensures HR data is accurately processed and maintained in accordance with institutional policies and applicable regulations.

• Evaluate, analyze, and maintain HRIS modules; configure and modify system functionality to meet evolving business needs and stakeholder requirements
• Support system upgrades, releases, and new feature adoption, including regression testing and impact analysis
• Manage security roles, business process frameworks, and system integrations
• Serve as a liaison between technical teams and functional user groups
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Payroll, and IT teams to define requirements, scope, objectives, and feasibility of system enhancements
• Translate business needs into functional specifications and technical requirements
• Collect and analyze user feedback to prioritize enhancements and continuous improvement efforts
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT); perform validation activities to ensure data accuracy, system integrity, and compliance with requirements
• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate resolution with internal teams and external vendors
• Provide operational support for major system events, including annual compensation and merit cycles, performance review processes, open enrollment and benefits processing and mass data transactions (e.g., EIB loads)
• Monitor system performance and resolve production issues; implement temporary workarounds when system issues impact operations
• Design, develop, and maintain standard and ad hoc reports and dashboards; ensure data accuracy and consistency across reports and systems
• Maintain relationships with system vendors and third-party providers; coordinate with vendors on system issues, enhancements, and product updates
• Support integration efforts between HRIS and other enterprise systems
• Maintain system documentation, including configuration changes, processes, and incident logs
• Develop and deliver user training, job aids, and system demonstrations
• Communicate system updates, enhancements, and best practices to stakeholders
• Provide advanced functional support and customer service to end-users
• Respond to inquiries, troubleshoot issues, and guide users on system functionality
• Promote user adoption and effective system utilization
• May supervise staff, including hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management

Level:

– Advanced Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field to decision-making and problem–solving. Works under minimum supervision on varied and sometimes difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor or subject matter experts on unusual matters. May lead others or a team in completion of complex assignments. Interprets and communicates information clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Researches and tries new approaches when solving difficult or novel problems.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Indirect supervisor or mentor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– May monitor/track budgets and funding

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems, with supervisor oversight
– Researches and tries new approaches when solving problems

Independence of Action:

– Works with minimal supervision on more difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters
– Follows precedents and procedures
– May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally and externally within working unit and the University
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Promotes open communication in a manner that builds relationships among team members
– Applies appropriate strategies for managing conflict; negotiate reasonable compromises; propose and evaluate possible solutions
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 11
• Minimum – $68,200.00
• MidPoint – $85,200.00
• Maximum – $102,300.00

• Data Analysis
• Data integrity
• Database management
• Document management
• Information governance
• Policy analysis
• System configuration
• System design
• Technical Writing
• Troubleshooting
• Vendor management