Lead HR Applications

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest-growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy-to-use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture. 

While traditional HR and payroll providers automate basic HR processes such as payroll and benefits administration, Paylocity goes further by developing tools that HR and businesses need to compete for talent and deliver against the expectations of the modern workforce.

We give our employees what they need to succeed, including great benefits and perks! We offer medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 401(k) match, as well as perks that support you, your family, and your finances. And if it’s career development you desire, we provide that, too! At Paylocity, people matter most and have always been at the heart of our business.

When you feel like you belong, work is no longer work – it's personal. At Paylocity, we believe better employees lead to better companies. Workplaces and cultures that care will build the future, and at Paylocity, we’re doing just that. Join us as we change the future and transform your career!

There are jobs and then there are careers . Since 1997, Paylocity has been hiring talented people, giving them big challenges, and providing the right resources to help them succeed. Our award-winning culture ensures all employees feel truly welcome, appreciated, and free to be themselves. While other companies talk about it, we make it happen. Join Paylocity and launch your career!

Fully Remote (U.S. Only): This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from home or location of record within the U.S. with no in-office requirements.  You must be available five days per week during designated work hours.  The work arrangement for this role is subject to change based on business needs and individual performance. This may include adjustments to on-site requirements or schedule expectations, as necessary. 

Position Overview

As an integral member of the People Operations team, the Lead HR Applications provides operational leadership and technical expertise for HR technology systems, including the HRIS and related business applications. This role leads and develops the HR Applications team, oversees project intake and prioritization, and ensures the effective administration, enhancement, and support of HR systems. The Lead HR Applications partners with HR, Payroll, IT, and other crossfunctional stakeholders to improve business processes, support AI, automation, and integration initiatives, and drive system effectiveness through strong governance, metrics, and accountability. 

The position serves as a subject matter expert for HR applications, ensuring data integrity, system performance, reporting capabilities, and high-quality service delivery while supporting ongoing business and technology initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities 

The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Team Leadership & Operations

• Lead, coach, and develop the HR Applications team, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, accountability, and customer service.
• Oversee project intake, prioritization, resource allocation, and issue resolution to ensure effective delivery of system enhancements, support activities, and business initiatives.
• Establish and maintain operational processes, governance standards, service levels, and performance metrics for HR applications and related technologies.
• Build strong cross-functional partnerships with HR, Payroll, IT, and business stakeholders to drive alignment, accountability, and successful outcomes.

HR Applications Administration

• Provide operational oversight and support for the HRIS and related business systems, ensuring system effectiveness, data integrity, security, and compliance.
• Oversee the design, testing, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of system enhancements, configurations, workflows, reports, interfaces, and upgrades.
• Serve as the primary liaison between HR, Payroll, IT, and vendors to support issue resolution, system optimization, and business requirements.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, training materials, and end-user support resources, while providing guidance and training as needed.

Reporting, Analytics & Continuous Improvement

• Provide reporting and analytics support for HR and business functions, including workforce analytics, compensation processes, compliance reporting, and ad hoc requests.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, metrics, and reporting solutions to support operational effectiveness and business decision-making.
• Monitor data quality and identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting capabilities, automation, and overall system performance.

Technology Innovation & Integration

• Support and champion AI, automation, workflow, and integration initiatives that enhance employee experience and HR operational effectiveness.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize system integrations, data interfaces, and technology solutions that improve efficiency, scalability, and data accuracy.

Compliance & Data Security

• Ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and security of employee data while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, privacy requirements, and company policies.
• Monitor system controls, security access, and operational processes to support audit readiness and regulatory compliance.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• 4+ years of experience supporting HRIS, HR technology, or related business applications, including reporting, analytics, system enhancements, and integrations. 
• Experience leading HR technology implementations, upgrades, process improvements, and cross-functional projects. 
• Leadership experience through direct or indirect supervision, mentoring, project leadership, or leading cross-functional initiatives preferred. 
• Experience with AI-enabled technologies, automation tools, workflow solutions, and system integrations preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in HR systems, SQL, Excel, reporting tools, analytics, and dashboard development. 
• Strong leadership, project management, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions. 
• Demonstrated ability to build effective partnerships and drive accountability among HR, Payroll, IT, vendors, and business stakeholders. 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate business needs into scalable technology and process solutions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods: The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods, typically 7-8 hours a day.
• Use of computer and phone systems: The employee must be able to operate a computer, use phone systems, and type. This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously.

Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer. Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Paylocity, we believe diversity makes us better. 

We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, culture, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We actively cultivate these differences through our employee resource groups (ERGs), employee experiences, perspectives, talents, and approaches to drive innovation in the software and services we provide our customers. 

We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the job application or interview process, please contact View email address on ziprecruiter.com. This email address is exclusively designated for such requests, aligning with federal and state disability laws. Please do not send resumes to this email address, as they will be removed.

The base pay range for this position is $81,500 - $100,000 /yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual bonus and restricted stock unit grant based on individual performance in addition to a full range of benefits outlined here. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via

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