HRIS Specialist

Eversource Energy•Berlin, CT

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Works within a multi-organizational team to support the accuracy, usability, and effective operation of Eversource’s human resource systems and provide service to HR customers. Processes HR transactions accurately, efficiently, and on time; resolves issues; encourages self-service; and works with HRIS to develop reports and analytics that meet business and functional needs. Participates in research, analysis, design, implementation, maintenance, administration, and operation of Workday, the HR Portal, Workforce, and other systems. Collaborates with HR, Payroll, IT business areas, and technology professionals to translate business objectives into specifications and solutions. The role supports system data integrity, HR processes, reporting, system improvements, upgrades, training, and compliance. It is primarily office-based and may involve travel among Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire locations, as well as emergency restoration assignments. Eversource’s hybrid guidelines require at least three office days each week for roles approved for remote work, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays; employees must be able to work in the office up to five days when needed or if policy changes. Salary is commensurate with experience, with eligibility for a potential incentive.

Requirements

Minimum of three years of business, information systems, and/or technical experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of system development methodologies, application development and support, and information systems technology.
Analytical, verbal communication, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to use PC desktop applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel, report-writing tools, and HR information systems.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
Must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed, including for emergencies, training, or other business needs.
Must be available for emergency restoration assignments and travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Workday.
General knowledge of Human Resources business functions.

Responsibilities

Maintain HRIS systems and ensure the integrity and accuracy of transactions and data.
Provide timely, accurate, and consistent responses to HR process, system, and data requests; resolve tickets and issues.
Collaborate with HR to process mass system changes, including reorganizations, job changes, and union agreements.
Assess system utilization and recommend and implement improvements, including configuration changes, notifications, macros, and reports.
Collaborate with the HRIS team on application upgrades, functional changes, training, and operational process improvements.
Assist with core HR processes such as Open Enrollment, Compensation Cycle, and General Contract Increases.
Develop and provide application training, guides, and documentation; communicate system changes and provide user support.
Assist with data analytics and create and analyze complex reports.
Gather business requirements and develop functional specifications for reports and configuration requests.
Ensure systems comply with data security, SOX, and privacy requirements.
Maintain knowledge of HR system providers, vendors, and technology trends.
Perform assigned tasks, including project work for the COE and assigned lines of business.
Be available for emergency restoration assignments and travel among MA, CT, and NH as necessary.