HR Data and Process Analyst

NAIT International; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 79,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off between Christmas and NY

Job summary

NAIT is seeking an experienced HR Data Analyst to provide expert analysis for report development, system configuration, and HR data interpretation. You will collaborate with IT and HR stakeholders to support strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement in Workday-based processes.

The role includes delivering training materials, maintaining process documentation, and ensuring alignment with business practices and system functionality.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Information Systems, Data Analytics or related field.
• Experience with Workday HCM is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in a unionized and/or post-secondary educational environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert analysis for report development, system configuration, or technical development activities.
• Analyze and interpret HR data and existing reports to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with technical support resources to support system enhancements and process improvements.
• Lead or coordinate user acceptance testing activities to validate that reporting and system changes meet business requirements.

Skills

Workday HCM

Data governance

Reporting & analytics

Change management

Stakeholder collaboration

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills

Business analysis

HR data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or related

Tools

Workday HCM

Job description

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta's top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT's culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability. People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience.

Remuneration

Refer to salary range noted on this posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package. The compensation range for this job posting is : $78,885.85 - $104,506.92 NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.

For eligible positions, we offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, eligible employees receive paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert analysis for report development, system configuration, or technical development activities
• Analyze and interpret HR data and existing reports to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Collaborate with technical support resources to support system enhancements and process improvements
• Serve as the primary liaison between HR, ITS, Workday support resources, and institutional stakeholders
• Lead or coordinate user acceptance testing activities to validate that reporting and system changes meet business requirements
• Develop and maintain training materials, user guides, process documentation, standard operating procedures, knowledge articles, online (eg: intranet updates) resources and maintain Adobe forms
• Deliver training on Workday processes, reporting tools, and HR procedures, ensuring documentation remains current and aligned with business practices and system functionality
• Support HR leadership and institutional stakeholders with strategic initiatives, operational planning, and emerging organizational requirements
• Leverage data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement

Skills & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of business analysis methodologies, process improvement techniques, data governance principles, audit and compliance practices, reporting and analytics methodologies, testing approaches, records management practices, and change management principles
• Strong curiosity and continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience driving technology adoption and user engagement.
• Passion for enhancing the employee and manager experience through technology.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills along with excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Advanced experience working with Workday HCM, including business processes, reporting, testing, system enhancements, and user support.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage Workday functionality to improve HR operations, data quality, and user experience.
• Ability to build effective partnerships across HR and institutional stakeholders
• Able to identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, documentation, user experience and Workday-enabled workflows
• Strong understanding of collective agreements, employment legislation, privacy requirements, workforce reporting obligations, audit practices, and data governance principles

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related discipline
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Demonstrated experience with Workday HCM is strongly preferred and will be considered a significant asset.
• Prior experience in a unionized and/or post-secondary educational environment is an asset
• Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or the Comparative Education Services (CES).

At NAIT, our people help shape careers, industries, and communities. Whether you're launching your career or bringing valuable experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and make a real impact.

Explore our open roles, discover our culture, and see how your work can help transform lives through education and innovation.

People make NAIT Great - and at NAIT, people truly matter. We're committed to creating a workplace that fuels passion, values inclusion, supports wellbeing, and encourages continuous growth. Our culture is grounded in respect, collaboration, creativity, celebration, and accountability. When you join NAIT, you become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful difference for students, colleagues, industry partners, and the broader community. If you're looking for purposeful work in a supportive environment, we'd love to meet you.