HRIS Analyst

The primary focus of the HRIS Analyst is to provide support for the HCM (Human Capital Management) system. This position is responsible for ensuring data integrity, monitoring overall system performance, information security, testing updates, report generation and analyzing data flows for process improvements. The HRIS Analyst will also coordinate system testing, review new processes, assist with implementations and other technical projects as assigned. This position reports to the HRIS Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert on all HR systems.
• Provide day-to-day support for issues related to HR systems by investigating problems and developing detailed suggestions for resolution of issues.
• Design, develop and interpret reports while adhering to internal standards to ensure reuse and maintainability. Assist staff with creation of advanced reports to support their day-to-day responsibilities, as well as create ad hoc reports as required.
• Participate in HR technology initiatives by assisting with business requirement gathering, business process review, project management, testing, training, documentation development, communication, and business process configuration.
• Partner with HR and business experts to develop solutions leveraging the HR systems.
• Oversee HRIS support cases to ensure timely and appropriate completion.
• Provide recommendations for prioritization of enhancements and overall stabilization efforts.
• Provide training for end users on system processes and procedures.
• Act as HRIS troubleshooter and provide end user technical support and problem solving. Research and resolve all HRIS system issues. Perform scheduled activities; recommend solutions or alternate methods to meet requirements.
• Ensure security of HR information through established security protocol. Develop updates and modify security tables to ensure data integrity and system stability. Set up and modify tables as requested.
• Ensure quality, timeliness and proper use of HR information is retrieved from systems. Help maintain data integrity in systems by running queries and analyzing data. Perform regular HRIS audits to ensure system accuracy.
• Responsible for process flow documentation and process change requests. Develop user procedures, guidelines and documentation for HR and other users as needed.
• Partner with HR leaders to create and design dashboards to help data needs. Present data in the simplest way for consumption and to drive data literacy efforts and decisions.
• Oversee the specifications, development, and implementation of new or redesigned systems, reports, and procedures for HRIS system users to ensure efficient business processes.
• Maintain awareness of current trends and new techniques and strategies in technology fields related to HRIS.
• Compile annual compliance reports including but not limited to EEO-1, AAP, IPEDS, VETS 4212 and pay equity reporting.
• Complete annual salary survey reports and compile compensation related reports.
• Maintain and update the HR Intranet page as requested.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, IT and Security to ensure successful operation of and integration with HRIS and software solutions utilized by Midwestern.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This individual must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner and have regular, in-person, predictable attendance.

Other Qualifications

The individual must have strong analytical skills with the ability to problem solve by defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts and ultimately, drawing valid conclusions. The individual must be able to successfully manage projects for successful and timely completion. The individual must also have a high affinity for providing top quality customer service. Strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing is essential. The individual must also maintain professional relationships with external and internal clients of the University.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in human resources, business, computer science or related field. 3-5 years of HRIS experience. Must have strong technical skills with prior reporting experience with strong Excel skills. Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM, Oracle OTBI, or UKG People Analytics strongly desired. Previous implementation experience highly desired. Strong understanding of HR processes and data. Strong understanding of HRIS database design, structure, functions and processes, and experience with database tools. Effective organizational and interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication skills.

Computer Skills

Strong computer literacy necessary, with proficiency in Microsoft Office required, Specifically Excel. Prior experience with HCM systems are required, preferably with UKG People Analytics, Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM, or Oracle OTBI.

Physical Demands

Ability to routinely lift 10 lbs.; vision correctable to 20/20 in one eye, hearing correctable to normal, ability to tolerate prolonged sitting; ability to stoop, stand, use of fingers, hands and arms; ability to tolerate repeated routine tasks.

Work Environment

The work occurs primarily indoors in a business office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.