HRIS Data and Process Analyst.

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Working Title:

HRIS Data and Process Analyst.

Institution:

Metropolitan State University

Classification Title:

Management Analyst 3

Bargaining Unit / Union:

217: Commissioner's Plan - Confidential

City:

St. Paul

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$27.84 - $40.82

Job Description

Metro State University, Minnesota’s public, urban university, and four-time recipient of the Insight Into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award is seeking to hire a HRIS Data and Process Analyst.  This is a full-time position within the Human Resources Department.

Job Responsibilities:                       

The Data and Process Analyst conducts advanced professional organization and administrative analysis work. This position designs and implements large and complex studies of organizational methods and systems to recommend and install new work methods and procedures. This position will serve as the Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) Analyst and will assist Human Resources staff and university management with research and fiscal analysis of human resources/personnel data. Using technology, the position will analyze HR-related data to increase the effectiveness of HR processes and strategies. This position supports the implementation and optimization of the Workday system for HR Financial Management, and IT, providing data analysis and reporting to ensure the reliability of the University’s HR data records. This role serves as a critical resource for management, supporting labor relations activities and ensuring compliance with HR rules and regulations. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of HRIS analysis experience supporting an HRIS system, managing projects and implementing project initiatives within a large organization (1000 employees). Bachelor s degree in human resources, information technology or a related field may substitute for 1 year of advanced technical experience.
• Skills in utilizing an HRIS in large organization, preferably Workday or similar HRIS.
• Proficiency with the use and management of databases statistical analysis and data reporting/visualization, using software including but not limited to Microsoft Excel, SPSS or Power BI).
• Demonstrated competence in written communication sufficient to define and document technical data and write reports as needed.
• Excellent customer service skills are important to the position in order to serve the customer in a positive, courteous, and efficient manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team; be amenable to cross-training; and build good working relationships with other staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with report writing and the report writer role in the Workday environment.
• Experience in higher education, especially in managing complex research projects incorporating a variety of research methods
• Ability to synthesize and interpret data and communicate results.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, make decisions, and set priorities to meet deadlines.

Other Requirements

Physical Requirements of the Job: Requires occasionally transporting such articles as file folders, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of movement is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

Notice: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30 pm

Telework (Yes/No)

Yes

About

The University: 

Metro State University empowers learners to transform their lives and communities through relevant, student-centered education in an inclusive, anti-racist, and supportive learning environment.

Metro State University provides an excellent, inclusive, and engaging education to eliminate opportunity gaps and empower our students to lead our communities to a prosperous and equitable future. The university offers programs leading to baccalaureate, masters, and applied doctoral degrees. We provide accessible, high quality liberal arts, professional, and graduate education with continued emphasis on marginalized groups, including adult learners. Metro State is a five-time recipient of the Insight into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, most recently in 2023. Federally recognized as a Minority Serving Institution, its employees serve more than 9,000 post-traditional learners, two-thirds of whom identify as belonging to communities of color or American Indian nations, are first in their family to attend college, and/or are eligible for Pell Grants. Since we do not operate residential facilities, Metro State University students all commute to class locations across the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area, or take their courses wherever they are through our many distance-learning and hybrid course offerings, allowing Metro State to truly be “where learning meets living.” Metropolitan State is recognized by CollegeNet as a leading higher education promoter of social mobility for students (Ranked # 31 out of 1,206 in 2024). Recognized in 2008 and 2016 by the Carnegie Foundation for Community Engagement, the university is committed to academic excellence and community engagement through curriculum, teaching, scholarship, and services designed to support an urban mission. As a member of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, Metro State University actively works to achieve the Equity 2030 goal of the system, with initiatives to close disparities among student groups that focus on academic programs, policies and procedures, and effective student support. In addition, equity and anti-racism strategies are focused on building an inclusive and welcoming campus climate, hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and developing our capacity to serve students in a culturally responsive manner. The university is finalizing a new strategic plan, with the draft goal of enhancing its legacy of student success by becoming the region’s premier institution for high-quality, accessible, and equitable education, promoting social mobility and community engagement.

Visit the Metro State University website to learn more about the university, our programs, and our students. Learn more about Minnesota State Colleges and Universities at their website.

For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.metrostate.edu/students/support/safety

Salary Range: $27. 84 - $40.82/hour depending upon experience and qualifications

Applications must be received by 12:01 AM on Closing Date: 01/13/2025

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* Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement Commissioner’s Plan which can be found at:  https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/000/az/labor-relations/commissioners-plan/contract/commissioners-plan.pdf

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Metro State University is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

02-26-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

12-17-2024

Close Date:

01-13-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Kab Chu Yang Heu

Posting Contact Email:

sn4445zg@minnstate.edu