Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Analyst

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Penn State University’s HR Technology Solutions and Analytics office seeks a senior HRIS Analyst to support Core HR Workday configurations, maintenance, and ongoing operations.

The role partners with HR functions and stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into effective system solutions, provides SME guidance, and leads enhancements while ensuring HR technology is reliable, scalable, and aligned with university needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR technology, HRIS administration, business processes analysis, system configuration and support.
• Stakeholder collaboration and reporting experience in a large complex environment.
• Experience with Workday functionality and Core HR processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior functional/technical resource for Core HR Workday configurations and ongoing operations.
• Lead or support system enhancements, implementations, and production support activities.
• Translate complex business requirements into effective HRIS solutions and guide other analysts.
• Provide troubleshooting support and knowledge sharing to teammates.

Skills

HRIS administration

Workday

Stakeholder collaboration

Reporting

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS

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. The Senior HRIS Analyst provides subject matter expertise for Core HR business processes and Workday functionality; leads or supports system enhancements, implementations, and production support activities; evaluates downstream impacts of proposed changes; and helps ensure HR technology solutions are reliable, scalable, and aligned with University business needs.

The position works with a high degree of independence on complex assignments and serves 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.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Required Certifications:None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require 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.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $81,312.00 - $122,016.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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