Director of HRIS (26-27)

IDEA Public Schools•El Paso, TX

1d•$108,100 - $128,600

About The Position

The Director of HRIS is responsible for the governance, optimization, and performance of the Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) ecosystem. This role oversees all Workday HCM modules—including Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Talent, Performance, Learning, Absence, Time Tracking, and Payroll—and ensures alignment with organizational goals, compliance standards, and employee experience initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a major in Human Resources, Information Systems, or related field.
5+ years of experience with HCM configuration and support.
5+ years of experience with Human Resources
5+ years of experience with Compensation and Benefits
3+ years of experience utilizing project management frameworks to ensure project and team effectiveness.
5+ years of experience in business process design.
Proven track record of leading and developing high performing teams.

Nice To Haves

HR certifications preferred (PHR, SPHR, SHRM, etc.)

Responsibilities

Build and lead a high-performing HRIS team of functional analysts.
Oversee system configuration and data integrity across all Workday HCM modules.
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for system usage, efficiency, and user satisfaction.
Drive automation and process optimization across HR functions.
Partner with HR, Finance, IT, and business leaders to ensure seamless integration and data flow.
Lead audits and risk assessments related to HR systems and data.
Supports and maintains legacy ERP system during ERP transition.
Act as a key escalation point for complex HRIS issues.
Ensure compliance with labor laws, data privacy regulations, and internal policies.
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.