HRIS Analyst

The HRIS Analyst is responsible for maintaining the integrity and reliability of SORTA's Human Resource Information System (HRIS) and auxiliary systems, ensuring applications meet the needs, requirements, and objectives of the HR department. The HRIS Analyst is charged with managing and optimizing HR software, data analytics, and reporting tools to support HR initiatives, streamline processes, and enhance decision making. Although this position reports directly to the Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition, they will be working closely with the Senior Manager of Benefits and Compensation on a project-specific basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain and optimize HR and HR-related systems, including HRIS, ATS, Payroll, and time and attendance software, ensuring the data integrity of system design and functionality.
• Identify and recommend enhancements to maximize value and efficiency of the HRIS.
• Collaborate with HR staff and SORTA leadership to determine short- and long-term system objectives
• Identify opportunities and implement solutions for process automation and improvements within HR and HR-related systems.
• Participate in HR technology projects and collaborate with IT, internal stakeholders, and external vendors to implement system integrations and upgrades, taking the lead in data analysis, mapping, and legacy system conversions.
• Identify and program custom functions such as automated queries, filters, macros, and workflows.
• Develop and maintain HR data and reporting solutions, creating customized reports, dashboards, and analytics to support HR activities and management decision making.
• Test and implement system upgrades or new functionalities.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for HR systems and processes, including training materials, guides, and standard operating procedures.
• Support compliance reporting (e.g., EEO, ACA, or other regulatory requirements).
• Perform system audits for data validation and integrity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues within the system.
• Ensure system compliance with data security and privacy requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of trends and developments in HRIS providers, vendors, and technology.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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WORK ENVIRONMENT

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Metro is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.