Virginia Military Institute · 1 week ago
Human Resources Informational System Specialist
Lexington, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expVirginia Military Institute is seeking a Human Resources Information System Specialist who will report directly to the Director of Human Resources. The role involves optimizing HRIS to enhance employee experience, analyzing data to improve HR processes, and collaborating with IT and cross-functional teams to resolve HRIS-related issues.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
The HRIS specialist is an expert in human resource management systems
The HRIS Specialist Collects data and analyzes it to improve HR strategies and processes and suggests ways to increase the functional productivity and workflow of the HR department
The HRIS Specialist automates, integrates, and configures core HR processes
Leads the continuous evaluation and evolution of HR Systems that include payroll systems, etc
Actively identify and resolve issues or opportunities for enhanced user experience and other HRIS integrations
Develop, document, and maintain all current and new HRIS business process workflows for efficiency and compliance
Partner with cross functional team members and IT team members on HRIS related issues/enhancements/queries
Translate functional requirements into work breakdown structures and technical specifications via information gathering, workshops, sessions and interviews
Maintain and administer ad hoc report writing tools for end users; training and assisting users of those ad hoc writing tools
Listen to customers’ needs and explain complex technical issues and solutions in a plain and common descriptive manner
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in information systems (Bachelor's degree in HR or Information Systems preferred) or related discipline required
Two years' experience working with HRIS systems
Must have two years' experience with Colleague and one year with Cardinal. Experience with Workday HCM, Advanced Compensation, Benefits Security and reporting modules is a plus
Experience working with multiple payroll providers, working knowledge of Colleague and Cardinal application for HR
Experience managing HRIS changes/ implementations
Able to effectively partner with IT and non-technical customers to understand user needs and translate needs into technical process and configuration requirements
Strong problem solving/analytical skills with attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Able to work in a dynamic organization by balancing multiple priorities
Able to work both independently and with cross-functional teams using good judgment
Proficient in Excel and managing data
Good verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
Hands-on Colleague, Cardinal, and PageUp expert continuously seeking ways to improve and optimize use of HRIS platforms; experience with multiple Colleague implementations preferred
Experience in Higher Education environment setting
Company
Virginia Military Institute
VMI is a military college that develops character, engenders a sense of responsibility, and cultivates the ability to master adversity.
501-1000 employees
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