Human Resources Systems Analyst

Hanover County Government; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hanover County Human Resources Department is seeking a Human Resource Systems Analyst to join our team and support HR data-driven decisions by reviewing and analyzing HR data, trends, and metrics to provide insights.

Responsibilities include setting up and managing HRIS, administering programs, performing data manipulation, generating reports, and supporting compensation, timekeeping and benefits processes; collaboration with HR teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; 2+ years of HRIS/data analysis experience.
• Experience with timekeeping, compensation processes, or HR data reporting.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Set up and manage HRIS, administer HR programs and perform data manipulation.
• Analyze headcount, turnover, timekeeping, accruals and classifications.
• Generate monthly, quarterly and annual reports for compliance and insights.
• Provide system support to HR staff and employees; develop SOPs.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Excel

Payroll systems

Office software (Word/PowerPoint)

Job description

The Hanover County Human Resource Department is seeking a Human Resource Systems Analyst to join our team and support our HR department in making data-driven decisions. We are looking for a candidate with a sharp attention to detail, capable of reviewing and analyzing HR data, trends, and metrics to provide valuable insights and recommendations that will contribute to the overall success of the organization.

Responsibilities will include setting up new and managing current Human Resources Information Systems, administering HR programs, and performing data manipulation. The successful candidate will also provide system analysis in areas such as headcount, turnover, timekeeping, accruals, and classification/compensation as needed.

General Description

This is a professional position. The incumbent performs complex tasks to administer Human Resources programs and provides analysis in such areas as recruitment, classification/compensation, timekeeping, benefits, HRIS Administration or other human resources tracts as needed. The Human Resources Systems Analyst may serve as lead worker on special projects and perform related work as assigned.

Organization

The Human Resources Systems Analyst reports to the Human Resources HRIS Manager and supervises no staff.

Essential Functions

• Provides functional support for the development, implementation and administration of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) and associated systems.
• Analyzes and troubleshoots complex timekeeping issues and reconciles and balances semi-monthly timecards in collaboration with HRIS, Benefits and Payroll team and works closely with the Benefits Team to ensure pay and benefits are accurately reflected in timekeeping functions.
• Works closely with the Deputy Director to administer and manage the annual performance evaluation process and to track validate and implement compensation for the annual merit process in collaboration with the Compensation and Benefits team.
• Manages projects and assists in coordinating HR inquiries in HRIS systems and provides administrative system support to HR Administrators, department managers and employees.
• Provides information and guidance to employees in areas of assigned human resources responsibilities regarding processes, procedures and program requirements.
• Develops and leads training sessions covering end-to-end timekeeping operations for managers, employees and payroll preparers.
• Supports the implementation of new programs and upgrades in the HRIS system.
• Supports the benefits team by assisting with benefits open enrollment processes for annual retiree packets.
• Creates and maintains Standard Operating Procedures for all major processes and annual projects including the HRIS Master Task sheet and related instructions.
• Interprets, applies and explains human resources policies, procedures, laws and regulations to employees and the public. Assists with classification of positions to include new positions and reclassifications.
• Generates monthly, quarterly and annual reports to comply with governmental state and federal agency requirements.
• Partners with and supports annual compensation research, changes, modeling and processes.

Working Conditions

• Hazards: None Known
• Environment: Office
• Physical Effort: Minimal
• FLSA Status: Exempt

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles and practices of Human Resources administration, required. Must be able to present ideas and recommendations clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County staff, employees and the public is essential. Ability to validate complex data sets, to keep statistical records and to create regular and special reports. Computer Literacy/working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, specifically intermediate to advanced functions of Excel required. Excel power queries knowledge and experience preferred. Must know how to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines. Ability to maintain confidentiality is paramount.

Education, Experience, and Training

Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, with at least two (2) years’ related work experience required – OR – Any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable.

Special Conditions

• Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting
• Work beyond normal work schedule
• Twelve-month probationary period