HRIS Analyst I - UIC Human Resources Information Systems

HRIS Analyst I

UIC is seeking an HRIS Analyst I to join our Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) team. This role provides essential support to the HRIS team by developing and maintaining standard and ad hoc reports, validating data accuracy, and assisting end users with reporting inquiries. The role contributes to UIC HR and HRIS initiatives including audits, system updates, and union contract changes, through data review, testing, and documentation. It also supports the configuration and maintenance of HR systems by updating data fields, workflows, notifications, and user access; performing initial troubleshooting; and participating in testing for upgrades and enhancements. This position plays a key role in ensuring data integrity, system functionality, and effective HRIS operations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Builds and maintains standard and ad hoc reports and dashboards in Tableau or other HRIS reporting tools to fulfill reporting requests.
• Tests and validates report results by following requirements and review processes to ensure accuracy and usability.
• Works with members of the UIC Human Resources team to gather report details, clarify requested data elements, and respond to reporting needs.
• Supports end users by helping explain report content, providing basic training or job aids, and escalating complex analytical questions to senior HRIS or data team members as needed.

• Participates in periodic or special projects such as audits, system updates, or enhancements by assisting with data review, testing, and documentation.
• Supports HRIS and HR teams on assigned project tasks by applying foundational system knowledge and following established procedures.
• Assists with union contract updates by helping enter and validate pay scale changes, salary adjustments, and related data under the guidance of senior HRIS staff to support accuracy and compliance.

• Assists with the configuration and maintenance of HR systems by updating data fields, workflows, notifications, and user access as directed and following established procedures.
• Performs initial troubleshooting to identify basic system issues and documents findings for escalation to senior team members or vendors when needed.
• Participates in testing and validation activities for system upgrades or patches to help ensure functionality and data accuracy.
• Supports HRIS upgrades and enhancements by completing assigned reporting tasks, data checks, and responding to project requests under guidance.
• Assists with system updates by supporting testing efforts and helping prepare user documentation or training materials.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

1. Bachelor Degree within Computer Science or closely related field of study.
2. Minimum of one (1) year professional level IT experience within BI Data Analytics & Integration which includes demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, and supporting application interfaces, as well as developing, modifying, distributing, and testing reports, metrics, dashboards, and self-service reporting capabilities in the business intelligence suite of tools and applications.
3. Current experience supporting data analytics and reporting efforts, including building and maintaining reports or dashboards using tools such as Tableau, SQL, SAP Web Intelligence (WebI), or similar reporting applications.
4. Current experience configuring and maintaining various HRIS platforms.
5. Current experience with advanced Excel skills, including proficiency in using complex formulas, pivot tables, and conditional formatting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated understanding of HR data domains, including recruiting, job classifications, compensation, employee data, and exposure to union-related environments.
• Experience with automation tools (Power Query, APIs, scripting, or similar technologies).

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.