HR Business Intelligence Analyst

Mercy Health Corporation
$70,268.65/Yr. - $146,587.15 /Yr.
vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Wisconsin, Janesville
580 N Washington St (Show on map)
Aug 09, 2025
Overview The Human Resources Business Intelligence Analyst will drive strategic initiatives and HR technology operations within the People & Culture department. This high visibility role will interface regularly with senior leadership across People & Culture and Digital & Technology Solutions (DTS) to manage business change and implement technology solutions aligned with organization goals and objectives. Reporting to the Senior Director of People & Culture, this position will proactively identify process improvement opportunities, lead cross functional stakeholder engagement, project execution, and serve as a technology advisor to HR functional teams. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develops and executes a forward-looking HR technology strategy, leading programs through the aligning of scope, objectives, timelines with business strategies, and stakeholder engagement. Collaborates with HR partners, DTS partners, and organizational leadership to determine the short- and long-term DTS and system objectives; develops plans to modify and/or replace HCM applications, modules, and systems to meet those objectives. Assesses current system and utilization; identifies and recommends improvements such as training, customization, and enhancements to maximize value and efficiency of the HR technology. Drives requirement gathering, conduct assessments, lead planning efforts, facilitate decision making and operationalize change management strategies. Serves as a trusted advisor to HR stakeholders and primary liaison with DTS stakeholders to ensure alignment across HR operational processes and technology solutions. Collaborates with other analysts and HR partners to plan, modify and improve the HCM systems and to test new applications and features. Establishes HR data and analytic strategy, operationalized in Workday, to deliver insights on workforce planning, retention, engagement, and performance KPI's. Identifies and champions HR technologies, AI capabilities, automation and industry best practices to achieve operational efficiency. Leads communication and education content development to support adoption of process changes and technology enhancements impacting stakeholders within the People & Culture organization. Create and present status reports, business proposals, and project plans. Prepares training materials, guides, and documentation. Provides user training and hands-on support. Ensures system compliance with data security and privacy requirements. Maintains knowledge of trends and developments in HCM providers, vendors, and technology. Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations: Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals. Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions. Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals. Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or a related field preferred. Master's degree preferred. 5+ years of HR functional or HRIS experience required. 3+ years of experience in a strategic human resources role supporting program management and data analytics responsibilities required. Demonstrated success leading process reengineering, and strategic initiatives. Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams, build stakeholder alignment, and drive innovation. Possess a deep understanding of HR operations, technology, and processes. Workday experience highly preferred. Experience in the healthcare industry and leadership experience preferred. Certification and Licensure Professional in Human Resources (PHR/SPHR) or other Human Resource certification preferred. PMP, PMI-ACP or similar project management certification preferred Lean Six Sigma preferred Skills and Abilities * Strong analytical skills * Excellent communication and problem-solving skills * Deep understanding of HR best practices * Comfortable working with and validating data * Ability to summarize findings and communicate with relevant stakeholders Special Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to sit, feel, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This partner must be able to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally. Must be able to travel between sites. Level of Supervision Assignments are normally received in the form of results expected and due dates. Only general procedures are available to guide work. Supervises Directly supervises HR technology partners. Indirectly supervises assigned partners. Supervisory responsibilities are conducted in accordance with directives of management, the organization's policies, and applicable laws. Benefits Mercyhealth offers a generous total rewards package to eligible employees including, but not limited to: * Comprehensive Benefits Package: Mercyhealth offers a retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options. * Competitive Compensation: Mercyhealth offers market competitive rates of pay and participates in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs. * Paid Time Off: Mercyhealth offers a generous paid time off plan, which increases with milestone anniversaries, to allow employees the opportunity for a great work-life balance. * Career Advancement: Mercyhealth offers a number of educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth. * Employee Wellbeing: Mercyhealth has a focus on wellbeing for employees across the organization and offers a number of tools and resources, such as an employer-sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application, to assist employees on their wellbeing journey. * Additional Benefits: Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.