Human Resources Data Specialist

Charter Oak State College; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Charter Oak State College in Hartford, CT, is seeking an HR Data Specialist to manage CORE-CT HCM and EPM data processing for CSCU entities. You will help ensure accurate employee data from hire through retirement, supporting data integrity across multiple campuses.

The role emphasizes data analytics, monthly audits, and building HR reports while collaborating with HR teams to improve processes and maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, Public Admin or related field plus 1–3 years in HR or data analysis.
• Proven ability to access and analyze data and maintain records.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Process and analyze CSCU HR data using CORE-CT HCM and EPM/STARS across CT State Community College, Charter Oak State College, and the System Office.
• Perform monthly CORE-CT HCM data audits to ensure data integrity across hires, benefits, leave, and payroll data.
• Develop standard/ad hoc HR reports and data templates; document procedures for continuous improvement.
• Provide CORE-CT HCM/HR systems support to HR teams and participate in team trainings.

Skills

MS Excel

Data analysis

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s Degree in HR/Business/Public Admin

Tools

CORE-CT HCM

CORE-CT EPM/STARS

MS Office

Job description

Connecticut State Colleges & Universities Mission:

The Connecticut State Colleges & Universities (CSCU) contribute to the creation of knowledge and the economic growth of the state of Connecticut by providing affordable, innovative, and rigorous programs. Our learning environments transform students and facilitate an ever-increasing number of individuals to achieve their personal and career goals.

CSCU Vision:

The Connecticut State Colleges and Universities will build on its long and successful history by working collectively - within and across institutions - and by engaging external partners to increase the number of students pursuing and completing personally and professionally rewarding certificate and degree programs, improving their social mobility, and helping the state to meet its current and future workforce demands.

CSCU Equity Statement:

The Connecticut State Colleges and Universities commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.

Anticipated Start Date: October 2026

Position Summary:

The Human Resources (HR) Data Specialist, under the supervision of the HR Data Operations Manager, is accountable for performing the transactional management, analysis, and review of the CORE-CT Human Capital Management (HCM) and Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) for CT State Community College, Charter Oak State College, and the System Office representing 6400+ non-represented Management/Confidential, unclassified and classified bargaining unit employees in the Connecticut State Colleges & Universities (CSCU) System.

Example of Job Duties:

Under the direction of the HR Data Operations Manager, the HR Data Specialist is responsible for the primary CORE-CT HCM & EPM data processor for all HR transactional and data elements pertaining to CT State Community College, Charter Oak State College, and the System Office, througheffective performance in these essential duties:

• Collects, processes, compiles, and analyzes CSCU HR data through the application of the CORE-CT HCMand CORE-CT Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) / STARS systems and in accordance with Management/Confidential Personnel Policy and Collective Bargaining Agreements. This is accomplished during the life cycle of CSCU employees from hire thru retirement/termination, ensuring timely and accurate employee data entry and updates.Responsible for electronic employee data files.
• Completes monthly CORE-CT HCMdata audits for the Colleges and System Office to maintain or enhance data integrity across the system particularly in the areas of new hires, benefits, leave administration, position & job data management, promotions, transfers, compensation increases, retirements, and union status changes.
• Performs data analytics through the use of CORE-CT EPM/STARS and in the preparation of standard and/or ad hoc HR reports, templates and data queries. Documents procedures for future reference and implementation of continuous process improvements and best practice initiatives in the collection, analysis, and presentation of data. Maintains an HRMS data repository and data integrity.
• Participates in CORE-CT HCMTeam-sponsored training when appropriate and available.
• Provides CORE-CT HCMtechnical support to the Colleges and System Office HR Teams.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the full specifications stated in the job description.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Management, Public Administration, or a related field and at least one to three (1-3) years’ prior experience in the principles, practices, and techniques of Human Resources or data analysis.

Incumbents are required to have demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in the following:

• Knowledge of CORE-CT HCMand EPM/STARS.
• Ability to utilize technology to access and analyze data and maintain records. Demonstrated strong proficiency in the use and application of MS-Excel.
• Ability to work with technical and non-technical personnel at various levels of the CSCU organization and communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner with demonstrated ability to modify content based on the audience.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with the ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds and provide quality customer service.
• Strong problem-solving skills including the ability to collect and analyze information.
• Ability to interact with cross functional teams to exchange information, share ideas, and create a positive and productive team dynamic.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.Candidates must possess proven ability to effectively work with culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students. They are expected to have excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skillsalong with strongInformation technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.).

Minimum Salary; $77,268 approximate annualplus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement, and related fringe benefits.The salary will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications such as education and job-related experience, and internal equity.

We offera comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include generous leave policies; several retirement plans ; and many choices for comprehensive health insurance .You also have access to many additional benefits to save for retirement, protect your family & more with supplemental benefits. Tuition reimbursement may apply if applicable.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

CSCU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies, please contact [e-mail].

CSCU IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F

Location Hartford, Connecticut, United States