Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Analyst

About the role

The HR Technology Solutions and Analytics office within Penn State IT is seeking a Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Analyst to serve as a senior functional and technical resource within the Core HR Product Line, supporting the design, configuration, maintenance, optimization, and ongoing operation of Penn State’s Human Resources Information Systems. This position partners with HR functional areas, HR technology teams, and University stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into effective system solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise for Core HR business processes and Workday functionality
• Lead or support system enhancements, implementations, and production support activities
• Evaluate downstream impacts of proposed changes
• Help ensure HR technology solutions are reliable, scalable, and aligned with University business needs
• Work with a high degree of independence on complex assignments
• Serve as a resource to other analysts by providing technical and functional guidance, troubleshooting support, and knowledge sharing

Qualifications

Candidates should possess relevant experience in HR technology, HRIS administration, business process analysis, system configuration and support, stakeholder collaboration, reporting, troubleshooting, and process improvement. Experience with Workday, Core HR functions, and working within a large, complex R1 higher education institution is preferred.

Skills

• HR technology and HRIS administration
• Business process analysis
• System configuration and support
• Stakeholder collaboration
• Reporting
• Troubleshooting
• Process improvement
• Workday experience (preferred)
• Core HR functions expertise (preferred)
• Experience in a large, complex R1 higher education institution (preferred)

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Required Certifications: None

Pay

Salary range: $81,312.00 - $122,016.00 (including all possible grades)

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off (holidays, vacation, and sick time)
• 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and children

Additional requirements

• Successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies
• Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.