SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTION

Class Title: HUMAN RESOURCES INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST (HRIS ANALYST)

Department: Human Resources/HR General

Reports To: Manager Human Resources

Occupational Category Code: Professional

A. DESCRIPTION

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under direction, serves as a liaison between the Human Resources (HR) and Information Technology
(IT) Departments to provide systems support and analysis and to leverage technology solutions to meet
the needs of the HR Department and users of HR information systems throughout the County. Works
with all levels of HR staff in assessing needs for various business functions. Assists management in
identifying and analyzing options and recommends business process enhancements. Performs tests to
ensure all processes work according to the pre-determined goals identified. Assists team members in
identifying reports that are needed by the department and users of HR information. Provides project
oversight from design through implementation. As it relates to the HR department, acts as
editor/publisher for the HR Department website to ensure consistency across all units and facilitate
new initiatives.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Provides team leadership on individual projects. Assigns and checks work of team members. Provides
input on evaluation of team members.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as a liaison between Human Resources and Information Technology Departments to provide
systems support and analysis and to leverage technology solutions to meet the needs of HR and users
of HR information systems throughout the County.

Works with HR staff in assessing needs for various business functions within the department. Assists
management in identifying and analyzing options and recommends business process enhancements.

Assists department staff with technical issues related to the use of HRIS systems. Assists staff in the
creation of more difficult queries to select and compile information from the HRIS system as needed.
Provides project oversight from design through implementation. Identifies, tracks, monitors and
communicates on project-related issues, scope changes, variances and contingencies that occur during
the course of projects. Monitors project work to ensure that progress is maintained within expected
guidelines and is completed on a timely basis.

Creates test scenarios and assists project team members in performing tests to insure all processes
work according to predetermined goals.

Participates in IT Status meetings for identification and resolution of issues and consideration and
evaluation of potential system enhancements and upgrades.

Acts as editor/publisher for the HR Department website to ensure consistency across all units and
facilitate new initiatives.

Assists HR project team members with technical issues related to the HRIS system by investigating
problems and developing detailed suggestions for resolution of issues.

Participates in PeopleSoft implementation projects. Attends meetings regarding information systems
applications.

Works with HR staff in the development of project scope of work documents and project plans that
include analysis of cost, benefit, work schedule, related risks and return on investment. Assists with the
development of Requests for Proposals (RFPs).

Works with functional areas to identify roles of project team members, project reporting structures,
frequency of interaction and training requirements.

Coordinates movement and maintenance of equipment, researching costs and processing related
purchase requisitions and work orders.

Maintains familiarity with all computer systems used in the department, utilizing them as needed,
evaluating their effectiveness and making recommendations for enhancements.

Assists in developing training plans and training documents. Assists in training HR Department staff
and others utilizing HR computer systems, supervising staff closely in implementation phases of new
systems.

Responds to complaints referred by unit staff and others, by determining the best possible manner to
approach and resolve problems. Works to provide positive public relations and represent the
organization and Human Resources Department in most favorable manner possible.

Participates in the development of new manual and computerized systems and enhancements to
current system and consults with Information Technology for the development and maintenance of
reports related to recruitment functions. Instructs lower level staff in use of new methods and
procedures associated with new system or reports and supervises staff closely in implementation
phases of new systems.

Log issues of HR staff and those experienced by the public in help desk tracking system. Follow up with
users to ensure issues were resolved.

Create complex queries to provide program statistics for management. Arrange data in spreadsheets to
perform calculations, find percentages and determine ratios. Analyze and interpret statistics to provide
overview of findings.








IMPORTANT NOTE: The primary purpose of this job description is to set a fair and equitable salary
range for this job classification. Generally, only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation
and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned by
the supervisor.
Class Title: HUMAN RESOURCES INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST (HRIS ANALYST)

Department: Human Resources/HR General

Reports To: Manager Human Resources

Occupational Category Code: Professional

B. QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

A. Experience and Education Requirements

1. Possess a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Computer
Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Public Administration, Human
Resources or related field.

2. Have four (4) years of full-time experience in computer system operations.

NOTE: A Master's degree in Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Business
Administration, Computer Science or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of work
experience.

B. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Requirements

1. Strong analytical/problem solving skills.

2. Considerable knowledge of computer operations and computer systems analysis.

3. Considerable ability to follow complex oral and written instructions.

4. Working knowledge of and experience in utilizing and creating databases and spreadsheets.

5. Considerable ability to make routine decisions in accordance with departmental policies and
procedures.

6. Considerable ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees.

7. Considerable ability to solve problems related to computer system software and operations.

C. Physical Demands and Environmental Factors

While performing duties of this job, the employee is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills
sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel crouch, and
manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye
coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a
keyboard, operate equipment and read application information. The associate frequently is
required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.


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