HRIS Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced HRIS Analyst to support critical HR technology operations in Cleveland, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position will help maintain reliable HR systems, strengthen data quality, and deliver reporting support across key employee-related functions. The role is well suited for someone who is detail oriented and can manage daily system needs while contributing to broader process improvements in a complex enterprise environment.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily support for HR technology functions related to human resources, payroll, benefits, student employment, and graduate studies.
• Investigate and resolve system issues across enterprise HR platforms, partnering with technical teams and business stakeholders to restore functionality efficiently.
• Coordinate testing activities for software updates, regulatory changes, patches, and platform enhancements to ensure stable performance.
• Administer user access, security roles, approval paths, and organizational structures that affect HR, payroll, and benefits operations.
• Perform data review, validation, reconciliation, and documentation activities to maintain accurate information across multiple HR systems, including Workday-related support.
• Develop recurring and on-demand reports, while assisting with compliance reporting and responses to public records requests.
• Evaluate current workflows, data movement, and system controls to recommend improvements that increase accuracy, efficiency, and consistency.
• Support enterprise HR platform modernization efforts by assisting with system transition tasks, cross-platform coordination, and operational readiness activities.• At least 3 years of experience in HRIS analysis, HR systems support, or a senior-level HR technology role.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise HR platforms such as Oracle PeopleSoft, PeopleSoft HCM, Workday, or similar systems.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess data quality, troubleshoot issues, and interpret system behavior.
• Working knowledge of HRIS databases and SQL for reporting, validation, and data investigation.
• Experience supporting system implementations, upgrades, patches, or large-scale platform changes.
• Ability to manage security access, reporting needs, and cross-functional coordination in a complex operational setting.
• Strong communication and documentation skills for working with technical teams, business users, and compliance stakeholders.
• Experience in higher education or another regulated environment is preferred.