Human Resources Data Analyst

Description

U.S. Soccer Overview 

We are U.S. Soccer and we are the future of sport in the United States.  Our mission is to make soccer the preeminent sport in the United States.  We embrace diversity, technology and global connections to drive the growth of our sport and serve our athletes and fans.  We seek motivated, passionate, skilled people who can think, create and work on a team.   

U.S. Soccer is a growing company that looks for team members to grow with it. U.S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, casual work environment, an inclusive culture and an atmosphere for professional development. 

The Federation’s core principles set organization-wide standards to identify and foster our culture and inform how we interact and hold each other accountable. These principles guide U.S. Soccer: We Win Together.  We Aim High.  We Champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. To be successful as a USSF employee, it is critical to demonstrate and live up to these principles every day and with every interaction with peers, stakeholders, and partners.  

The Federation’s core values are the individual attributes and characteristics that staff embody to uphold the organization’s principles and succeed. These values guide our employees: Integrity. Commitment.  Teamwork.  Respect. 

U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitions plans for US soccer in the near and far future. We are therefore, looking for dynamic servant-leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical decision-making, professional flexibility and an empathic approach that contributes to bold teams and delivers globally significant results. 

Position Description  

We are seeking a dynamic Human Capital Data Analyst with a passion for workforce planning, exceptional analytical skills, and a deep background in finance and HR. This role will partner closely with HR leaders, finance teams, and business units to leverage data to inform decision-making, enhance workforce planning strategies, and support our goal of building high-performing teams.

If you love soccer and have a knack for translating data into actionable insights, this role is perfect for you!

Primary Responsibilities 

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Analyze workforce data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, providing actionable insights to HR and leadership.
• Develop and maintain HR dashboards and reports using tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI to visualize key metrics and trends.
• Conduct deep dives into HR and financial data to inform workforce planning and operational decisions.

Workforce Planning

• Collaborate with HR and business leaders to forecast workforce needs, identifying gaps and solutions to meet organizational goals.
• Design and implement models for headcount forecasting, talent pipeline analysis, and strategic workforce planning.
• Integrate financial data into workforce plans to optimize cost management and ensure alignment with budgetary constraints.

Business Partnering

• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR, finance, and leadership teams, bridging data insights with strategic priorities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to understand business challenges and develop data-driven solutions.
• Provide expertise in aligning workforce planning efforts with overall organizational strategy.

Data Management and Systems

• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of workforce data across HR systems.
• Collaborate with HRIS and IT teams to improve data collection processes and reporting capabilities.
• Manage and analyze large datasets, ensuring compliance with data privacy and security regulations.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications 

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Human Resources, Data Analytics, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in HR analytics, workforce planning, or financial analysis, ideally within a fast-paced environment.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including complex formulas, pivot tables, and macros).
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of HRIS systems and workforce analytics platforms.

Knowledge and Interests

• Deep understanding of finance principles and their application to workforce planning.
• Comprehensive knowledge of HR functions, metrics, and processes.
• A passion for soccer and an understanding of its global and cultural significance is a strong plus.

Core Competencies

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex data insights to non-technical audiences.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to build relationships across diverse teams.
• Proactive and adaptable, thriving in a fast-changing environment.
• General knowledge of soccer
• Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments
• Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)

U.S Soccer is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected under the law. This policy applies to all our employment practices within our organization.

We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA, veterans, parents, and persons with disabilities to apply.