Manager, HRIS

H&P; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Spending or Health Savings

401k match

Paid Leave Plans

Parental & Adoption Benefits

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Assistance

Learning & Development Opportunities

Flex-scheduling for qualifying roles

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dent,

vision and life insurance

Job summary

Helmerich and Payne (H&P) seeks an experienced HRIS Manager to lead the strategy, governance, and execution of the organization’s HR systems. You will oversee the Workday platform for ~15,000 employees across hemispheres and partner with HR, Finance, Payroll, and IT to ensure data integrity and scalable solutions.

The role requires strong leadership, data governance, and advanced reporting capabilities, with on-site work in Tulsa, OK.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, IS, business administration, CS or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of HRIS Workday experience including administration and leadership.
• 2+ years of people leadership or team management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HR processes across the employee lifecycle.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Workday modules (Core HCM, Recruiting, Onboarding, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Learning, Talent, Security, Reporting, Business Processes).
• Knowledge of Workday configuration principles, security, integrations, and reporting.
• Knowledge of HR data governance, analytics, and reporting methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Own administration, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of Workday HCM.
• Lead HRIS initiatives, enhancements, and escalations.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and governance across HR systems.
• Develop reporting frameworks, dashboards, and analytics.
• Partner with HR, Finance, Payroll, and IT for integrations and data flow.
• Lead system upgrades, implementations, and change management.
• Establish data standards, security, and audit controls.
• Identify automation opportunities and process improvements.
• Provide end-user training and documentation for HRIS functionality.
• Develop multi-year HRIS roadmap aligned to business strategy.
• Create project plans, timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Prioritize HRIS team work across stakeholders.

Skills

HR data governance

Workday configuration

Team leadership

Data analytics

Project & change mgmt

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/IS/Business/CS or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Workday

Job description

• Master’s degree (preferred)

At H&P, our people are our strength.

Since 1920, Helmerich and Payne has been the industry’s most trusted partner in drillingproductivity and reliability. As the world changes, so does our approach. We are changing the landscape of drilling by using cutting-edge rig technologies and drilling solutions to build upon a century ofsuccess, all while continuing to deliver better outcomes for our customers.

At H&P, our people are our strength. We strive to continually lead with our Core Values that enable employees to develop on their H&P Journey. We believe that doing the right thing means creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that empowers our people to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Some companies offer career paths. We offer a Journey of a Lifetime. Let's go far, together.

Hear directly from our employees, and leaders about their unique journeys at Helmerich and Payne.

At a Glance

The HRIS Manager is a hands-on leader and subject matter expert responsible for the strategy, governance and execution of the organization’s HR systems. This role ensures the integrity, optimization, and scalability of HR technology, enabling data-driven decision-making and efficient, high-quality employee experience across the enterprise. This role leads a team of HRIS professionals supporting approximately 15,000 employees across the eastern and western hemispheres.

Location

Tulsa, OK

Work Type

On-Site

• Site

What You Will Do

• Own the administration, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of HCM Workday platform
• Serve as the functional and technical lead for all HRIS-related initiatives, enhancements, and escalations
• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and governance of all employee data within HR systems
• Develop and maintain reporting frameworks, dashboards, and analytics to support business decisions
• Partner with HR, Finance, Payroll, and IT to ensure seamless system integration(s) and data flow
• Lead system upgrades, implementations, and releases, including testing and change management
• Establish and maintain data standards, security protocols, and audit controls
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement within HR systems
• Provide end-user support, training, and documentation for HRIS functionality
• Build and execute a multi-year HRIS roadmap aligned to business and HR strategy
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Prioritize the work of the HRIS team and manage competing demands across multiple stakeholders.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree (required) or in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent work experience
• Master’s degree (preferred)
• 5+ years of HRIS Workday experience, including system administration, project leadership, implementations and data governance
• 2+ years of people leadership or team management experience (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of HR processes across the employee lifecycle, including workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, employee development, compensation, and termination.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Workday, including Core HCM, Recruiting, Onboarding, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Learning, Talent, Security, Reporting, and Business Processes.
• Knowledge of Workday configuration principles, organizational structures, security frameworks, integrations, and reporting capabilities.
• Knowledge of HR data governance, analytics, and reporting methodologies that support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Knowledge of project management, change management, and governance best practices for enterprise HR technology solutions.
• Advanced skill in analyzing business requirements and translating them into scalable, sustainable Workday solutions and configurations.
• Advanced skill in developing and utilizing reports, dashboards, metrics, and analytics to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Skill in coaching and developing team members while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and data integrity.
• Ability to balance strategic objectives with operational needs while delivering sustainable solutions.

Travel

Preferred <10%

Probable Destinations: India, US

Working Relationships/Contacts

80% Internal-facing (e.g., office, field, etc.) – HR, IT, Payroll, Field Operations, Managers

20% External-facing (e.g., customers, vendors, gov't agencies, etc.) – Workday, Benefits vendors, Consultants

What We Offer

At H&P, our commitment to our people is at the forefront, and that includes benefits that provide employees a sense of health and financial security. We know that life continues outside of employment and actively caring of our people is our priority.

• Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts
• 401k match
• Paid Leave Plans
• Parental & Adoption Benefits
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Flex-scheduling available for qualifying positions to achieve work-life integration
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

The job level and associated compensation for this position will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and alignment with the role’s requirements. Final compensation for this role may vary depending on individual factors.

H&P is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!