Senior HRIS Analyst

Overview

The Senior HRIS Analyst plays a pivotal role in shaping and elevating the university's HR technology ecosystem. This position leads the analysis, design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of complex, cross-functional HR solutions. Serving as a technical expert and potential module lead, the analyst drives system optimization by identifying opportunities to enhance data integrity, streamline processes, elevate the user experience, and support the university's broader strategic goals.

This hybrid role is based in Los Angeles, with an expectation of two days per week on-site.

• Serve as a subject matter expert in at least one HRIS functional area and reporting capabilities. Collaborate with HR and centers of expertise to define complex operational requirements and design system reports that support data analytics, audit readiness, and self-service. Develop ad-hoc reports as needed.
• Manage individual projects and lead small to mid-sized initiatives. Mentor team members by reviewing solution design, problem-solving strategies, and testing results. Ensure team efforts are effective, practical, and aligned with business objectives.
• Lead or participate in the implementation of complex solutions and new functionality within the university’s HR systems, including core Human Capital Management and staffing processes. Ensure data integrity while supporting strategies to enhance system performance, user experience, and data security.
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline processes to improve operational efficiency. Act as a liaison with technical partners to resolve inquiries, review system upgrades, and evaluate upcoming functionality. Analyze and recommend the adoption of new features.
• Resolve escalated and complex user requests, including cases submitted through the HR Service Center. Research and implement solutions, ensuring accurate documentation and knowledge transfer to HRIS Analysts and Service Center staff.
• Encourage a workplace culture where all employees are valued, contribute through ideas and actions, in accordance with the USC Code of Ethics.
• Perform other related responsibilities as requested and when necessary. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, computer science, computer information systems or another related field.
• Eight or more years of experience in information technology, HRIS administration, or data analytics.
• Demonstrated experience supporting Workday HCM and Cornerstone OnDemand applications.
• Demonstrated experience with external collaboration tools and integrating third-party providers.
• Workday Pro Certified in at least one HCM-related module.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Six or more years of job-related experience or transferable skills.
• Hands-on experience with HR core system technologies for human resources and related industries.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing, identifying, developing, and implementing mid-level to complex solutions with large-scale HR applications.
• Strong understanding of HR processes (e.g., onboarding, performance management, learning, compensation).
• Ability to adapt to an evolving technology landscape and willingness to learn new skills.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience with relevant platforms, software, and applications (e.g., Workday, Service Now, Cornerstone, Salesforce).

The budgeted salary range for this position is $ - $. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer alignment, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC provides benefits-eligible employees with a broad range of benefits and perks to support health, wealth, and future security. These benefits are part of the overall compensation and total rewards package. Learn more about USC’s comprehensive benefits here.