Senior HRIS Analyst

Senior HRIS Analyst

Job Summary

The Senior HRIS Analyst is responsible for the strategic development, implementation, and optimization of the Human Resource Information System (HRIS). Serving as a technical and analytical subject matter expert, this role ensures data integrity, system efficiency, and alignment with organizational goals. The Senior HRIS Analyst mentors team members, leads small- to mid-scale systems projects, and collaborates across departments to drive HR technology and process enhancements.

Essential Functions

- System Operations & Upgrades: Lead the planning, testing, configuration, and implementation of HRIS upgrades, patches, and new module rollouts.
- Data Governance & Compliance: Maintain data integrity and enforce compliance with internal security policies, data governance frameworks, and external legal regulations.
- Analytics & Reporting: Design, build, and deliver advanced reports, executive dashboards, and actionable workforce analytics to support strategic business decisions.
- Process Improvement & Automation: Evaluate existing HR workflows to identify, design, and execute continuous process improvements and automation opportunities.
- Project Management: Lead and coordinate small- to mid-scale HRIS projects, including system integrations, enhancements, and vendor management.
- Mentorship & Support: Provide technical guidance, training, and day-to-day mentorship to junior HRIS analysts and broader HR staff.
- Documentation & Training: Create and maintain comprehensive system documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), user guides, and end-user training materials.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with HR leadership, IT, and key business stakeholders to gather requirements, present technical solutions, and deliver data-driven insights.
- Innovation & Best Practices: Stay current with emerging HR tech trends and proactively recommend innovative solutions to expand system capabilities.
- Other Duties: Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Human Resources, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Experience: 5–7 years of progressive HRIS experience, including hands-on system implementations, enhancements, and project coordination.

Preferred Certifications

- HR Professional Certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP , PHR/SPHR ) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- HR Systems Expertise: Advanced hands-on experience with major enterprise HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, Oracle HCM, or UKG).
- Data & Analytics: Proficiency with data manipulation and reporting tools (e.g., SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or advanced Excel).
- Domain Knowledge: Strong understanding of core HR functional areas, compliance, data privacy laws, and HR workflow management.
- Project Leadership: Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects, prioritize deliverables, and meet tight deadlines.
- Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

- Location: In-office position based at the corporate office location.
- Travel: Ability to travel up to 20% via air or ground transportation as needed.
- Physical Demands: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Frequent use of standard office equipment and tools.
- Occasional lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 20 lbs.
- Ability to safely navigate an office environment (including elevators/stairs) and communicate effectively in person and digitally.