HR Business Analyst

Mercyhealth•Rockford, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Business Analyst supports data-driven decision-making and process improvement across the Human Resources function, with a focus on healthcare workforce operations. This role collects, analyzes, and reports HR metrics to identify trends, improve efficiency, support compliance, and advance organizational goals. Working closely with HR leadership, clinical departments, and HR partners, the HR Business Analyst helps strengthen workforce planning, employee engagement, and operational excellence.

Requirements

2 years of experience in HR operations, HR analytics, data analysis, or related internship experience.
Ability to follow both written and oral instructions accurately and consistently.
Technical Skills Proficiency with HR systems, software, or databases.
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, charts).
Understanding of basic HR principles and HR metrics.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately.
Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Commitment to maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.
Adaptability to change priorities and environments.
Collaborative mindset with customer-service orientation and cultural sensitivity.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Data Analytics or related field
Experience in a healthcare environment.
Workday HCM experience
Familiarity with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) and reporting platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

Collects, analyzes, and interprets HR and workforce data related to but not limited to recruitment, retention, turnover, training, benefits, and compensation.
Prepares dashboards and reports to support strategic and operational HR decisions through data validation.
Ensures accuracy and consistency across HR systems.
Troubleshoots and maintains HR applications in assigned areas.
Identifies opportunities to streamline HR processes, focusing on staffing efficiency and compliance with healthcare regulations.
Supports implementation of new technologies, systems, and tools to enhance service delivery.
Generates reports that track, measure, and capture HR compliance.
Assists in maintaining confidential employee records and assists with audits and regulatory reporting.
Collaborates across HR and department teams to understand business needs and deliver relevant insights.
Provides analytical support for HR projects such as employee engagement initiatives and benefit utilization reviews.
Other duties as assigned based on department need