Director, HRIS

Introduction

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Babson has engaged M2 Partners for this search. For more information or to apply, please contact Wende Malster or Janet Mullert.

Wende Malster

Janet Mullert

The professional in this role takes the lead in supporting the Workday HCM and Workday Financials systems at Babson College. The HRIS & Workday Financials Director leads the strategic design, direction and operation of the College’s Human Resources Information System (Workday), ensuring it meets the evolving needs of HR management and the institution.

This role manages a high-performing team, drives innovation, and oversees all aspects of system functionality, integrations, security, reporting and process optimization to support department and institutional goals. This skilled leader sets the strategic direction for HRIS which requires expertise in Workday administration and configuration and provides technical leadership. The Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Workday HCM and Workday Financials (identification and resolution of issues, reports and dashboard creation and deployment, Tier 2 user support, etc.)

and is the lead technology resource on Workday HCM and Financials platforms. The incumbent is a strong collaborator with the HR, Finance and IT constituents.

This is an exempt position with the following pay range: $191,173 - $212,414; the role is also eligible for bonuses based on performance and budget.

Babson College offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees working at least 28 hours per week.

• Insurance Coverage
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  Medical, dental, vision, group life and long-term disability insurance, business travel accident insurance, and mental health benefits.
• Time Off
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  Starting at 3 weeks of vacation annually, 2 weeks of sick time, 1 week of paid family illness time, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and 12 paid holidays per year. President’s holidays are determined each year.
• Retirement
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  Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan with mandatory employee contributions and a 4:1 employer match.
• Additional Benefits
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  Wellbeing programs, virtual fitness platform, and employee assistance program.

All questions or concerns about this posting should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at hr.

• Responsible for Workday HCM & Workday Financials configurations, scheduled upgrades, and issue resolution.
• Assist in the development of project charters, specifications, schedules, project milestones and deliverables, communication plans, and other project documents.
• In conjunction with IT and various Project Managers, develop and execute work plans and manage day-to-day operational aspects of Workday and Workday related projects and initiatives.
• Prepare periodic reports detailing workforce analytics and act as the primary HCM liaison with executive leaders.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement 3rd party solutions for the necessary functionality not covered by Workday.
• Audit Workday user security on a semi-annual basis.
• Partner with Human Resources Leaders and other Directors on strategic initiatives and operational matters such as compliance tracking and reporting (i.e., Conflict of Interest, Employee Guidelines, FERPA, etc.).
• Serve as the HR representative on several committees including System Governance, System Administration (AWSG group), and AI.
• Translate technical concepts into clear business value and foster strong cross-campus collaboration.
• Communicate and coordinate with project vendors.
• Prepare detailed status documents.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) across the Workday HCM & Financials platforms with Finance and IT team members.
• Prepare and propose project modifications for sponsors. Coordinate updates…