HRIS Manager- IL- Human Resources

Summary
The HRIS Manager is responsible for the oversight of all HR systems which includes the development, modification, application configuration and testing of all HR systems to ensure the systems are effective and efficient. This individual is responsible for leading integrations and implementations related to the HRIS system. This position will report to the Director of Talent Acquisition. This position allows the opportunity to work remotely on a hybrid basis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process and manage data within HR systems to ensure all data is accurate through query and audit review. Work with Director to ensure HR organizational data always has the highest degree of data integrity.
• Ensure best practice business process/workflows and other system dependencies are in place within HR systems to support the administrators of talent acquisition, compensation programs, annual performance reviews, benefits administration, open enrollment, and leave administration.
• Partner with HR and business experts to develop solutions leveraging the HR systems.
• Develop project plans and monitor progress of HRIS initiatives, including development of additional functionality and dashboards.
• Manager relationship with HRIS vendors.
• Identify risks or opportunities and recommend changes to processes which improve the delivery of HR services to the organization.
• Optimize system to enhance system offerings
• Ensure security of HR information through established security protocol.
• Assist with development and maintenance of queries and reports utilizing HRIS reporting platform to support business processes and provide necessary HR data analytics.
• Perform employee status changes which include data input as well as developing and maintaining reports to ensure data accuracy.
• Responsible for compliance reporting and requirements; develop and maintain reporting and compliance capabilities for EEO, AAP, OFCCP, IPEDS, VETS 4212, and pay equity reporting requirements.
• Manage implementation and integration projects.
• Create user-friendly processes, guidelines and documentation and delivery of HRIS related training programs.
• Manage completion of annual salary surveys and compensation related reporting.
• Manage team providing continuous and effective performance feedback.
• Use sound judgment to escalate questions and issues to the leadership team.
• Perform other duties as required or requested.
• Occasional travel to the Glendale, AZ campus is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position will have supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This individual must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner with regular, predictable, in-person attendance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Qualifications
The individual must have the ability to problem solve by defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts and ultimately, drawing valid conclusions. The individual must also have a high affinity for providing top quality customer service in a team environment. Strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, is essential. The individual must also maintain professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders of the University.

Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in human resources, business, computer science or related field. A minimum of at least 5-7 years of human resources data analysis experience related to HRIS or compensation. Experience with HRIS systems is required, preferably UKG. Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment regulations. 1-3 years of previous supervisory experience is preferred. Strong professionalism, and effective leadership skills required. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills with solid customer service skills. Must be willing to travel to the Glendale, AZ campus.

Computer Skills
Must have experience with previous HRIS systems, preferably UKG or Kronos. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook, advanced proficiency with Excel. PowerPoint is preferred.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to routinely lift 10 lbs.; vision correctable to 20/20 in one eye, hearing correctable to normal, ability to tolerate prolonged sitting; ability to stoop, stand, use of fingers, hands and arms; ability to tolerate repeated routine tasks.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. ,

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance.  We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account.  We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days.  We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program.  Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility. 

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws, including 41 C.F.R. 60-1.4(a), 250.5(a), 300.5(a) and 741.5(a). Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).  Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.