HRIS Analyst I or II

Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District • Cleveland, OH

2d • $65,482 - $90,875 • Hybrid

About The Position

The HRIS Analyst maintains the effective configuration of the Sewer District’s Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and related software and systems. The role applies knowledge of HR policies and processes to ensure systems meet organizational needs and supports the implementation of new functionality and system optimization.

The Analyst I contributes as a project team member, supporting HR systems implementations and enhancements in partnership with HRIS, IT, and other departments. The Analyst II acts as the HR project lead, develops functional requirements, leads testing and continuous process improvement, and oversees HRIS data entry and data integrity. Both levels respond to HR data and reporting requests, participate in year-end HR activities, communicate system use to stakeholders, and work with HR, IT, and other users to support effective system functionality.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience, along with two years of experience managing projects and/or processes. Prior HR experience and HR certification are preferred. The work is primarily office-based and may be authorized for hybrid work; eligibility is discussed during the interview process. Pay is commensurate with experience: $65,482–$81,854 for HRIS Analyst I and $72,701–$90,875 for HRIS Analyst II.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; relevant fields include Human Resources, Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted under the Education Equivalencies Policy.
• Two years of experience successfully managing projects and/or processes.
• Effective written and verbal communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage projects, meet deadlines, and handle emergencies and difficult situations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to perform the listed cognitive and communication functions, including comparing, computing, analyzing, synthesizing, copying, compiling, coordinating, negotiating, and instructing.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including talking, handling, feeling, fingering, and hearing; ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
• Visual ability for near vision and accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Prior HR experience.
• Human Resources certification, including SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or HRIM.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the configuration of the HRIS and related software and systems to meet the Sewer District’s needs.
• Support or lead implementation of HR system functionality, upgrades, patches, and optimization, coordinating with HR, IT, and other stakeholders.
• For Analyst II, develop functional requirements, lead testing efforts, create test scripts, and document system configuration, design, and changes.
• For Analyst II, lead continuous process improvement by designing, redesigning, or streamlining HR processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate HRIS data entry; at Analyst II level, oversee data entry and ensure data integrity and appropriate exchange of HR information.
• Respond to recurring and ad hoc HR data and metrics requests, support system interfaces, provide data to other departments, and respond to public records requests.
• Audit HRIS timekeeping and assist managers with timekeeping questions (Analyst I); audit HRIS and payroll-related data for accuracy as needed (Analyst II).
• Participate in year-end activities, including open enrollment, longevity and PTO payouts, sick time payouts, boot allowance, Charity Choice deduction, pay for performance, merit adjustments, and wage increases.
• Communicate proper system use to managers, employees, and HR through written and electronic communications, training, job aids, presentations, or verbal instruction.
• Document HRIS processes and procedures and periodically review and update materials (Analyst I); update documentation tracking configuration, system design, and changes (Analyst II).
• Facilitate bi-weekly HRIS orientation for new hires (Analyst I).
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and end users to support system functionality, coordinate employee data integration, and assess alignment of the HRIS and related applications with business needs (Analyst II).
• Evaluate system capabilities and recommend upgrades or new functionality based on research (Analyst II).
• Advise HR, key stakeholders, and IT on system functionality and configuration.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Retirement planning options through the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System and deferred compensation plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Free parking at facilities.
• Corporate discounts.
• Health and wellness program promoting life/work balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level