Senior HRIS Analyst

University of Texas; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Senior HRIS Analyst to lead the design, configuration, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of Workday and related HR technologies. You will partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, and leadership to align systems with strategic goals and governance standards.

You will drive reporting, analytics, data governance, and integrations, while providing project leadership for Workday initiatives and ongoing optimization across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Public Health, Health Information Management, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• At least 7 year(s) of experience supporting HRIS, ERP, or enterprise business systems.
• Experience with HRIS administration, reporting, and data management.
• Experience supporting HR technology implementations or system upgrades.
• Experience leading complex Workday implementations, upgrades, or optimization initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Workday configuration, testing, deployment, and optimization; manage security frameworks.
• Lead data governance, reporting, and analytics for HR leadership and stakeholders.
• Oversee data conversion, cleansing, validation, reconciliation, and integrations with other systems.
• Lead HR technology projects, upgrades, and process improvements; develop test plans and UAT.
• Provide mentorship and training to HRIS team members and stakeholders.

Skills

HRIS administration

HR reporting

Data management

Requirements gathering

Workday knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Senior HRIS Analyst

Job Posting Title: Senior HRIS Analyst ---- Hiring Department: Dell Medical School ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: AUSTIN, TX ---- Job Details: GENERAL NOTES As part of UT Dell Medicine's transformation into a world-class academic health enterprise, we are launching an Enterprise Human Capital Management (HCM) transformation centered on Workday, beginning in Fall 2026. To support this approximately 18-month implementation, we are recruiting both permanent and project-based HR and technology professionals who will help design, implement, and optimize Workday. This is a unique opportunity to build the foundational HR technology platform that will support the future University of Texas Dell Medical Center and the broader academic health enterprise.

PURPOSE

The Senior HRIS Analyst is responsible for leading the design, configuration, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of Human Resources Information Systems, with a primary focus on Workday. This role serves as a strategic partner to HR, Payroll, Finance, Information Technology, and operational leadership to ensure HR technology solutions align with organizational objectives and industry best practices. The Senior HRIS Analyst functions as a subject matter expert for HR systems, reporting, analytics, integrations, security, data governance, and process improvement initiatives. This position plays a key leadership role in the organization's Workday implementation and long-term optimization strategy through solution design, configuration oversight, data governance, stakeholder consultation, and project leadership.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Workday Configuration and System Administration Leads the configuration, testing, deployment, and ongoing optimization of Workday modules, business processes, and security frameworks. Collaborates with functional leads and implementation partners to gather requirements and translate business needs into system solutions. Serves as the primary functional lead for assigned Workday modules and recommends strategic system enhancements. Provides governance and oversight for configuration decisions to ensure consistency, scalability, and compliance. Maintains organizational structures, security roles, workflows, and business process configurations. Assists in evaluating system enhancements and new Workday functionality. Supports release management activities, including testing and deployment of Workday updates.

HRIS Reporting and Analytics Develops, maintains, and enhances Workday reports, dashboards, scorecards, and calculated fields. Consults with senior leaders to develop workforce analytics and key performance indicators that support strategic decision-making. Analyzes workforce data to support organizational decision-making and compliance requirements. Produces recurring and ad hoc reports for HR leadership, Finance, and operational stakeholders. Validates report accuracy and ensures consistency of workforce metrics. Identifies opportunities to improve reporting efficiency and data accessibility.

Data Management, Conversion, and Integrations Leads data conversion, cleansing, validation, reconciliation, and governance activities associated with Workday implementations and optimization efforts. Oversees and coordinates complex inbound and outbound integrations between Workday and enterprise systems. Monitors data quality and resolves data integrity issues. Maintains data governance procedures and documentation standards. Works closely with Information Technology and vendors to troubleshoot integration and system issues.

Testing, Process Improvement, and Project Leadership Leads complex HR technology projects, system upgrades, and optimization initiatives. Provides project leadership, coordinating stakeholders, timelines, risks, and deliverables. Evaluates business processes and recommends technology-enabled solutions that improve efficiency, compliance, and user experience. Develops and executes test plans, test scripts, and user acceptance testing activities. Identifies opportunities to streamline and automate HR processes. Supports system implementation projects, upgrades, and optimization initiatives. Documents business requirements, configuration decisions, and operational procedures. Participates in project meetings and provides status updates to stakeholders.

Stakeholder Support and Training Serves as a senior consultant and trusted advisor to HR, Payroll, Finance, Information Technology, and organizational leadership regarding HR technology strategy, system capabilities, and best practices. Acts as an escalation point for complex system issues and guides stakeholders through resolution strategies. Provides mentorship and knowledge sharing to HRIS team members and functional users. Provides functional support and troubleshooting assistance to system users. Develops training materials and job aids. Delivers end-user training and knowledge transfer sessions. Assists with change management and adoption activities during system implementations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Public Health, Health Information Management, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field
• At least 7 year(s) of experience supporting HRIS, ERP, or enterprise business systems.
• Experience with HRIS administration, reporting, and data management.
• Experience supporting HR technology implementations or system upgrades.
• Knowledge of HR business processes including talent acquisition, core HR, compensation, benefits, payroll, or talent management.
• Experience gathering business requirements and supporting system testing.
• Relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience leading complex Workday implementations, upgrades, or optimization initiatives.
• Experience serving as a functional lead or subject matter expert for one or more Workday modules.
• Experience influencing stakeholders and managing enterprise-wide system enhancements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supporting or implementing Workday in a large and complex organization.
• Experience supporting multiple Workday functional areas (Core HCM, Recruiting, Compensation, Talent, Benefits, Payroll, Learning, etc.).
• Experience with Workday reporting, EIBs, business process configuration, and security.
• Experience in healthcare, higher education, or academic medicine environments.
• Experience participating in large-scale HR transformation initiatives.
• Workday Pro Certification(s) or prior Workday implementation experience.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent HR certification.
• Project Management certification (PMP) or related credential.

SALARY RANGE

$89,803 + depending on qualifications

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT

Standard office equipment Repetitive use of a keyboard

---- Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

---- Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is(a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701. Start Here, Change the World At The University of Texas at Austin, tradition meets innovation in the heart of a city that frequents lists of the best places to live and work. Named by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers for the sixth year in a row in 2025, UT offers both a dynamic work environment and a gateway to vibrant local culture. Whether you're at the forefront of the student experience, conducting world-changing research or supporting the engine that drives Texas’ flagship university, working at UT means making a lasting impact on our city, our state and our world. Our more than 20,000 faculty and staff empower 55,000+ students to challenge ideas, pursue passions and shape their futures. Joining UT, you’ll become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact on campus and throughout the world. Looking for a student job? Please see our Student Employment site.

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