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Human Resources Information System (HRIS)

HRIS Analysts identify, analyze, configure, and implement systems, programs, and modules for the improvement, enhancement, and on-going maintenance of the University’s human resources information systems and databases; generate reports to support human resources functions, including compensation, compliance, performance management, and workforce analytics; ensure data is accurately processed and maintained according to policies and applicable regulations.

• Evaluate, analyze, and maintain the University’s Human Resources Information System (HRIS); serve as a liaison between technical staff and user groups
• Collaborate with Human Resources (HR), Finance, Information Technology, and Payroll to analyze requirements, scope, objectives, and feasibility for improvement projects and general requests
• Modify and configure HRIS to meet business needs and stakeholder requirements
• Collect user feedback regarding system performance and work with team to prioritize configuration requests
• Develop and execute test plans and validation, as well as other quality assurance measures; conduct testing such as user acceptance, performance, security, usability, etc.
• Provide production and operational support for major system events, such as annual salary increase processing, performance review cycles, employee record correction, and mass transaction processing (EIB)
• Communicate with project managers and HR administrators on the status of active and pending projects
• Research options and expand HRIS use to create business efficiency and process improvement
• Design, implement, and analyze various reports to determine the overall trends of the organization
• Maintain relationships with vendors; work with vendors on bug fixes, new features, and proper use of products
• Develop and provide trainings, demonstrations, and regular communications to end-users
• Maintain system documentation and records of changes and incidents
• Provide advanced customer service and functional support to end-users in area of expertise; assist with implementing “workarounds” when system issues affect operations
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, 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