HR System Manager

Description YES Prep is a mission‑driven organization that creates pathways to extraordinary opportunity for students and families. We seek authentic leaders and passionate individuals to join our high‑performing, team‑oriented culture. The Opportunity Position: HR System Manager Reports To: Director of HRIS Position Type: 12‑month Start Date: July 2026 Compensation: $67,359 – $80,831 (Home Office Grade 6) YES Prep needs a dynamic HR System Manager with a robust set of experiences to make our mission a reality. As a YES Prep employee, you will achieve jaw‑dropping results, create pathways to opportunity for our students, and build transformative relationships. To put it simply, the HRIS function ensures our people systems, data, and processes operate accurately, efficiently, and in full compliance with state, federal, and organizational requirements. This role supports informed decision‑making, operational excellence, and a seamless employee experience across the full employee lifecycle. In this role, you will partner closely with Talent, Payroll, Finance, IT, Operations, Academics, and campus leaders to manage HR systems, reporting, compliance, and large‑scale system initiatives that support staff and organizational priorities. The Role HRIS Leadership & Team Management Lead and manage the HRIS team (1 Senior HR Systems Specialist and 2 HR Systems Specialists), providing oversight, coaching, prioritization, and professional development. HR Systems Administration & Enhancements Own ongoing HRIS system maintenance, enhancements, and process improvements to support evolving organizational needs. Maintain and support system integrations across platforms, including Tyler Munis, Jobvite, SIS, E‑Verify, Cornerstone, and onboarding systems. Execute academic year rollover activities, including calendar configuration, imports, validations, and audits. Maintain and oversee Jobvite system functionality in alignment with hiring and onboarding processes. Support onboarding workflows and system connections between Jobvite and Munis. Data Reporting & Compliance Own Munis SQL/SSRS reporting, including complex data pulls and reporting requests for internal stakeholders. Support required state and federal reporting, including EEO‑5 and OEWS. Support PEIMS reporting, troubleshoot data issues, and ensure alignment across systems. Execute monthly employee job and salary audits to ensure data accuracy and compliance. Manage the monthly DNH Registry process for employees and contractors. Contractor Management Lead contractor management processes, including system setup, data validation, compliance tracking, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. Project Execution & Continuous Improvement Lead and execute HRIS‑related projects and large‑scale initiatives tied to system transitions, reporting cycles, audits, and regulatory changes. Develop clear documentation, SOPs, and communication plans to support system changes and adoption. Additional duties as assigned. The Person We seek staff with a multitude of backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas. Certain traits consistently shine through our most successful employees: passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, and resilience. Other traits needed and desired for this role are: The Must Haves Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business or related discipline, or equivalent work experience from an accredited four‑year college. At least 2 years’ experience with HR system administration (e.g., HRIS Coordinator, Specialist, Analyst, Administrator, Manager). At least 3 years of Human Resources experience. Ability to work in person in Houston at least 2 days per week. Experience managing complex projects and operating policies and strategies. Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills to identify root causes of issues and recommend resolutions. Model agility in the face of changing constraints – comfortable working in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment. Build relationships and leverage them appropriately to help self and team maneuver through tasks, projects, and processes. Ability to work outside of normal hours and on weekends during busy seasons. The Must Have Beliefs Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public Schools. Desire to disrupt systemic status quos in education. Willingness to go above and beyond to disrupt said status quos. Passion to develop resiliency through a relentless pursuit of results. Conviction that high expectations plus high accountability equal high performance and high growth. The Nice to Haves Current or previous management experience. The Perks Compensation – exempt, salaried position; offers commensurate with experience. Health and supplemental insurance – a $0 monthly medical option or a $24 monthly option that includes a $50 YES Prep Paid Health Savings Account contribution, plus a variety of supplemental benefits (dental, vision, disability, life). Employees must work 20+ hours a week for full benefits, 10 hours a week minimum for medical benefits. Retirement plans – participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas and an optional 457b retirement plan. Paid time off – employees working 20+ hours a week receive 15 days of PTO plus academic calendar closures. Paid leave programming – paid leave at 100% (including maternity and paternity leave) based on eligibility and tenure. Professional development – investment in leaders through high‑quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing professional development. Award‑winning culture – our campuses and Home Office named Houston’s Best Place To Work in 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2025; 2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education; 2016 finalist. YES Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood. #J-18808-Ljbffr YES Prep Public Schools