Description This role is temporary and funded through September 30th, 2024 which will serve as the last day of employment. Scope of Supervision: HRIS Project Specialist Job Summary: The Human Resource Information Services (HRIS) Project Manager reports to the Director of Human Resources and will be responsible for managing the development, implementation, and maintenance of the agency's HR Technology resources in collaboration with the HR Operations, benefits, compensation, payroll/finance, and IT functions. Lead governance and optimization of the change from the current HRIS Kronos based system to the new UKG system including project management, review and improve HR and payroll policies and procedures, suggest and oversee enhancements to achieve our agency and HR goals. Manage the relationship with vendors and consultants, as the primary point of contact for system implementation. Participate in data clean up in the current system, extraction of data, data review and clean up, and transfer to the new system. Provide system training and troubleshooting to employees. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Not All Inclusive) Provide project management and strategic direction to key HRIS projects which includes HR HCM, Security, Workflows, Payroll, Benefits, Performance, Recruiting, Onboarding, HR interfaces and other HR automation initiatives. Responsible for the strategic planning and configuration review in preparation for the change to a new HRIS system. Interact with internal clients to gather and document detailed requirements for system enhancements and the development of HRIS processing standards. Responsible for the design, development and implementation of reporting, compliance and analytics related to employee data. Perform HRIS application troubleshooting and support for members of the HR team, escalating issues to internal and/ or external technical resources when necessary. Responsible for developing strict, no exception standards for maintaining data integrity, security, user, and ticket administration . Act as the technical liaison between IT and HR. Work with end-users to provide support planning for product release, implementation, testing and stability maintenance. Train staff on use of the new system including developing training materials and troubleshooting 1:1 or in groups. Other duties as assigned. Safety: Responsible for conducting all duties in a safe manner. Affirmative Action: Responsible for following the affirmative action plan as set forth and signed by the Board of Directors. Requirements Education and/or Experience * BA/BS or the equivalent combination of education/experience and a minimum of five years' experience in computerized data management and experience leading projects is required. * Full life cycle HRIS implementation and Project Management experience required. * UKG experience strongly preferred. Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities * Thorough understanding of human resources data and how it relates to the success of the enterprise * Strong HR & software skills, including Google Drive and Microsoft Suite * Advanced time management and analytical skills. * Solid technical background with understanding and hands-on experience. * Strong project management, implementation & change management skills * Strong verbal and written communication skills Core Technology Competency: Level 3 - Intermediate 2 Environmental Requirements: This job is usually in an office environment, but the mission of the organization may sometimes include non-standard workplaces. The position works a standard work week, but additionally will infrequently work evenings, weekends, and additional hours to accommodate activities such as Board meetings. This position requires personal access to a vehicle to be used for business related matters, and to have a current operator's license and appropriate auto insurance as required by the state of Minnesota. Must be able to travel for training, meetings, and conferences. Work Knowledge: Knowledge of EEO/AA laws, regulations, and guidelines; personnel policies and practices; labor relations; and personnel management. Physical Requirements: Normal office physical exertion required. Requires sitting, standing, walking, bending and reaching with manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office machines such as computers; fax machines, calculators, copy machines, telephone and other office equipment. Mental Requirements: This position requires an awareness of deadlines, the ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks, and the ability to function independently. Environmental Requirements: Normal office environment. May be eligible to work a hybrid schedule with 80% of the time in the office with supervisor approval. Benefits Department: Human Resources Starting Salary Range: $30.90- $40.18 Hourly Schedule: M-F, 40 Hours/Week, Temporary Posting Dates: 01/19/2024 - 02/05/2024 Benefits: Community Action offers excellent benefits including generous paid time off (PTO), 14 paid holidays, health, dental & life insurance, retirement, employee discount programs and more. Background Checks: Community Action conducts criminal background checks at the time of hire. Some positions require additional fingerprint and photo verification. Not all backgrounds are a barrier to employment. Community Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance.