HRIS Specialist

Local 459; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental & vision insurance

403(b) retirement with match

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Company-paid life insurance

Paid training

Job summary

Hope Network is seeking an HRIS & Data Specialist to support HR technology, employee data, reporting, and processes. You will collaborate with HR, Payroll, IT, and business partners to keep HR systems accurate and efficient, and to drive data-driven decisions.

This role focuses on maintaining UKG Pro, improving HRIS workflows, and delivering timely reports while ensuring confidentiality and security of employee information.

Qualifications

• Experience with HRIS/HR data management.
• Ability to maintain accurate employee data.
• Proficiency in Excel for reporting.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration, maintenance, and optimization of our HRIS, including UKG Pro.
• Support system upgrades, implementations, testing, integrations, enhancements, and special projects.
• Maintain accurate employee data, including new hires, employee changes, payroll adjustments, personal information updates, and terminations.
• Monitor data integrity through audits, reporting, and data analysis.
• Create and maintain standard and ad hoc HR reports, queries, and metrics.
• Research and resolve HRIS and data-related questions and issues.
• Monitor ATS imports and troubleshoot data errors.
• Support compliance reporting, including EEO-1, BLS, and OES.
• Complete annual minimum wage updates and maintain union wage and dues information.
• Monitor new hire documentation to support compliance with applicable employment requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve HRIS processes, workflows, reporting, and system utilization.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, IT, and other teams on HR technology and process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive employee information.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Data accuracy

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Multitasking

Confidential data handling

Education

Associate degree in related field

2+ years HRIS/Payroll experience

Tools

UKG Pro

HR reporting tools

Data auditing tools

Job description

Make a real impact—help someone build independence while building a career, you’re proud of.

Help shape the technology and data that support our people.

The HRIS & Data Specialist plays an important role in supporting Hope Network’s HR technology, employee data, reporting, and processes. This role works closely with Human Resources, Payroll, IT, and business partners to ensure our HR systems are accurate, efficient, and effectively supporting the organization.

If you enjoy working with HR technology, data, problem-solving, and process improvement, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

What You’ll Do

• Support the administration, maintenance, and optimization of our HRIS, including UKG Pro.
• Support system upgrades, implementations, testing, integrations, enhancements, and special projects.
• Maintain accurate employee data, including new hires, employee changes, payroll adjustments, personal information updates, and terminations.
• Monitor data integrity through audits, reporting, and data analysis.
• Create and maintain standard and ad hoc HR reports, queries, and metrics.
• Research and resolve HRIS and data-related questions and issues.
• Monitor ATS imports and troubleshoot data errors.
• Support compliance reporting, including EEO-1, BLS, and OES.
• Complete annual minimum wage updates and maintain union wage and dues information.
• Monitor new hire documentation to support compliance with applicable employment requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve HRIS processes, workflows, reporting, and system utilization.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, IT, and other teams on HR technology and process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive employee information.

What You Bring

Required

• Associate degree in a related field OR 2 years of relevant HRIS, HR, Payroll, or systems experience.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Preferred

• Experience with UKG Pro or another HRIS.
• Experience with HR reporting, data audits, or system testing.
• Experience supporting HRIS implementations, upgrades, or integrations.
• Knowledge of HR processes and payroll systems.
• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental & vision insurance (may vary based on job status)
• Virtual Concierge Medical Services
• 403(b) retirement with company match (up to 3%)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid training + career growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health + support)
• Company-paid life insurance

Why Hope Network

At Hope Network, you’re not just filling a role—you’re showing up for someone who needs consistency, encouragement, and support. Every day looks different, but one thing stays the same: what you do matters.

Our teams are built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to those we serve. We believe no human is more valuable than the next—and the work you do here truly matters.

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