HR Analyst & Program Lead — Library (Hybrid)

Harvard University Central Administration; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plans with universityContri

Wellbeing resources

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Harvard University Central Administration is seeking an HR Analyst and Program Manager to oversee classification, compensation, position management, and HRIS reporting for Harvard Library and FAS Libraries. The role supports data-driven HR decisions, collaborates with the HR systems team, and ensures alignment with university policies.

The position is hybrid and based on site in Cambridge, MA, with responsibilities including performance management, program coordination for staff development, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant HR experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS applications and analytics.
• Expertise in navigating and accessing HRIS data across various systems (QlikView, PeopleSoft, Aurora, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Analyze and classify positions using Harvard benchmarks and guidelines.
• Manage the compensation request process from intake through analysis, decision, and communication.
• Oversee position management and track positions and vacancies.
• Produce and analyze complex HR data reports across systems.
• Manage the annual performance review cycle and related timelines.
• Provide program management support for short-term initiatives and staff development programs.

Skills

HR experience

HRIS analytics

Microsoft Office

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

QlikView

PeopleSoft

Aurora

Job description

Harvard University Central Administration is seeking an HR Analyst and Program Manager to oversee classification, compensation, position management, and HRIS reporting for Harvard Library and FAS Libraries. The role supports data-driven HR decisions, collaborates with the HR systems team, and ensures alignment with university policies.

The position is hybrid and based on site in Cambridge, MA, with responsibilities including performance management, program coordination for staff development, and