HRIS Analyst

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

The University of Georgia has been a leader for more than 235 years for one reason: Our people. People will always be the heart of our success. Our Human Resources team is composed of strategy consultants focused on helping the people of this great institution reach their potential and building the foundation for the next 235 years.

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Knowledge of using Microsoft Excel/Power Query for data review, cleaning, and analytics.
Experience writing SQLs.
Creating visual reports with Power BI and/or Excel.
Experience with Smartsheet.

The HRIS Analyst is an entry-level professional who contributes in both day-to-day tasks and troubleshooting along with technical projects. This includes, but is not limited to, system implementations, upgrades, & changes, technical documentation, process and integration design, and advanced report creation. The incumbent will provide organization-wide HR systems oversight and support to Human Resources, and be responsible for understanding, analyzing, and collaborating with UHR Leaders to provide appropriate solutions to meet the organizations' s tactical and strategic HR technology needs.

The HRIS Analyst serves as an initial technical point of contact and assists all users by ensuring data and business process integrity, as well as assisting in the creating and maintaining training documentation for current processes and future improvement and enhancements. Assists with the general day-to-day functions of the HR System (PeopleSoft & PeopleAdmin) including business process configuration/improvement, data entry, report creation & reporting, data analysis, user help, and communications.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Results Oriented - Focusing on producing consistent and quality outcomes.

Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

Learning Agility - The ability and willingness to learn from experience and then apply that learning to perform successfully in new situations.

Adaptability & Flexibility - Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Functional Knowledge & Skills - Demonstrates skills and knowledge relevant to one's own function or work group.

Standard for office environment.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.