HRIS Analyst

HRIS Analyst

University of Colorado Colorado Springs

HRIS Analyst - 40837 University Staff

Human Resources Information System Analyst

Office of Human Resources

Elevate Your Career at UCCS:
Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (  ) (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Human Resources Information System Analyst to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs (  ) is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery-a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Salary Range :$65,780 to $84,878 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: On-Site/Hybrid

Benefits at a Glance (  )

• Generous Time Off:
  Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage:
  Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits:
  Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your
  
  Education:
  
  Avail twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
• Wellness & More:
  From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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The HRIS Analyst serves as the primary liaison between Human Resources, campus departments, University Information Technology, and CU System partners to support and enhance human resource systems and business processes. This position is responsible for analyzing, maintaining, and improving HR technology solutions that support the employee lifecycle, including Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), talent acquisition, payroll, and related human capital management functions.

Working closely with HR staff, campus stakeholders, and technical teams, the HRIS Analyst gathers and documents business requirements, analyzes processes, identifies opportunities for improvement, and helps implement technology solutions that enhance efficiency, data integrity, compliance, and the employee experience. The position collaborates with IT and system partners to evaluate new functionality, recommend system enhancements, test solutions, and support implementation efforts.

The HRIS Analyst plays a key role in ensuring HR systems effectively meet the operational and strategic needs of the university through process optimization, system configuration, reporting, and data analysis.

(55%) Human Resources Applications

• Serve as the functional subject matter expert for HR systems and related business processes, including but not limited to HRIS functions – applicant tracking, talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, payroll, timekeeping, electronic employee files, automated forms and workflows, and various HR communication tools (e.g. website, blog, email tools).
• Assist with new business application implementations, as well as enhancements and upgrades for existing applications.
• Provide application support, end-user training, and continuous improvement of these processes and systems.
• Serves as primary security role coordinator.

(20%) Process Engineering

• Review and analyze existing HR processes and workflows, partner with process owners and subject matter experts to document workflows and process requirements.
• Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency, and simplification.
• Lead and manage strategic process improvement projects and initiatives including change management.
• Support roll-out and communication of HR process improvements.
• Create and maintain a repository of process flows and other related technical communications.

(10%) Testing

• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and University Information Systems (UIS) to develop testing plans for functionality enhancements and software upgrades.
• Ensure system modifications pass first level of testing, prior to handing off to SMEs for 2nd level of testing.
• Serve as testing coordinator for HR system…