Act as a strategic advisor to the Director of HR Information Systems, managing special projects and initiatives that align with organizational priorities and enhance HR technology capabilities.
Collaborate closely with HR stakeholders to analyze and interpret business process requirements, translating them into effective technical solutions and system configurations.
Lead the establishment and ongoing operations of the HRIS Project Management Office (PMO), including defining governance standards, methodologies, priorities, resource allocation, and portfolio oversight for HRIS-related projects.
Oversee project execution across the HRIS portfolio, ensuring timely delivery, risk mitigation, budget adherence, and alignment with enterprise technology standards.
Facilitate cross-functional coordination between HR, IT, finance, and other departments to drive system optimizations, integrations, upgrades, and process improvements.
Develop and maintain roadmaps for HRIS enhancements, evaluating emerging technologies and recommending solutions to improve data integrity, user experience, and operational efficiency.
Provide guidance on change management, training, and adoption strategies for new systems and processes.
Monitor HRIS performance metrics, and support data-driven decision-making and compliance.
Foster strong vendor relationships and manage contracts related to HR technology tools and services.
Mentor and guide team members on best practices in HRIS project management and solution delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field
Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Prosci, SHRM, or HRIP) preferred
8+ years of progressive experience in HRIS management, HR technology, project management, or related roles within enterprise environments
Proven track record of leading complex projects, preferably in HR systems (e.g., Workday, Oracle HCM, SAP SuccessFactors, or similar)
Strong understanding of HR processes (e.g., talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, performance management) and how they integrate with technology solutions
Experience establishing or managing a PMO or similar governance function
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and delivering results.

Benefits

health care
dental coverage
vision plans
401K benefits
commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

HRIS managementproject managementdata integritysystem configurationschange managementprocess improvementsrisk mitigationbudget adherenceHR technologyemerging technologies

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsinfluencing skillsattention to detailmentoringcollaborationorganizational skillsleadershipadaptability

Certifications

PMPProsciSHRMHRIP