HRIS Specialist

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$65,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

Kutak Rock seeks a detail‑oriented and technically proficient HRIS Specialist to manage and optimize our Human Resources Information System (HRIS), ensuring data integrity, system functionality, and compliance within our firm. This role acts as a key liaison between HR and IT, supporting efficient HR operations, data‑driven decisions, and confidential employee information management. This position is ideal for the detail‑oriented human resource professional that enjoys project management and creative problem solving while working in a collaborative and collegial environment.

This full‑time, hybrid position may work out of one of the following Firm offices:
Atlanta, GA;
Columbus, OH;
Denver, CO;
Fayetteville, AR;
Irvine, CA;
Little Rock, AR;
Los Angeles, CA;
Kansas City, MO;
Minneapolis, MN;
Omaha, NE;
Philadelphia, PA;
Richmond, VA;
Scottsdale, AZ;
Spokane, WA;
Springfield, MO;
Tallahassee, FL; or Washington, D.C.

• Identify opportunities to automate and improve HR processes; build Microsoft Forms/Excel Spreadsheets and create Power Automate workflows for notifications/routing; respond to verification of employment requests
• Generate standard and ad‑hoc reports, dashboards, and analyses (e.g., headcount, turnover, compensation); provide ad‑hoc reporting to HR and internal stakeholders
• Provide comprehensive training and technical support to HR staff, managers, and other end‑users on system functionalities
• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and security of all employee data, including personal, payroll, benefits, and timekeeping information
• Serve as primary contact between HR, IT, and external vendors for system‑related issues and enhancements
• Lead system upgrades, new module implementations, and system integrations with other firm software, including project planning, stakeholder communications, and vendor management
• Administer, maintain, and optimize HR systems including the firm’s primary HRIS (ADP Workforce Now), Applicant Tracking System (vi Recruit), Rewards/Recognition (Awardco), and Onboarding/Offboarding system (EMPForce), covering data entry, security, and updates
• Perform ongoing maintenance; configure onboarding/offboarding workflows/templates; troubleshoot user/configuration issues; and coordinate resolutions with vendors
• Ensure HRIS practices comply with data privacy regulations, data security protocols, and firm policies

• Strong understanding of HR processes, payroll, benefits, and data security
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and technical skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, IT, or related field
• 2+ years’ experience in managing and/or configuring HRIS platforms, hands‑on experience with ADP, Workday, or Oracle preferred
• Experience in a professional services or law firm environment highly preferred

Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $65,000-$95,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience

Work Arrangement: Hybrid 3:2 , This position may work in one of the following offices:
Atlanta, GA;
Columbus, OH;
Denver, CO;
Fayetteville, AR;
Irvine, CA;
Little Rock, AR;
Los Angeles, CA;
Kansas City, MO;
Minneapolis, MN;
Omaha, NE;
Philadelphia, PA;
Richmond, VA;
Scottsdale, AZ;
Spokane, WA;
Springfield, MO;
Tallahassee, FL; or Washington, D.C.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance. Flexible Spending Plan. Health Savings Account. Profit‑Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits. Discretionary bonuses. Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year. 1 hour of paid vacation leave accrued for every 16 hours worked. 1 hours of paid sick leave accrued for every 30 hours worked. Paid parental leave. Fertility coverage assistance.

Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance. Bereavement, jury duty, military leave. Employee Assistance…