Hr Analytics And Systems Specialist

Are you a data-driven HR/Payroll professional with a passion for transforming HR systems and analytics? Do you thrive on being at the forefront of organizational change and innovation? If so, we want you to be a member of our team as an HR Analytics and Systems Specialist.
As we embark on a challenging journey to transition to a new ERP system, we're on the lookout for dynamic professionals to join our team. OFM State HR is working on early readiness planning for the HR and Payroll communities to position the enterprise to transition to the new system and this role will play a pivotal part in the success of the readiness efforts.
As an experienced HR and/or Payroll subject matter expert, the successful candidates will work with internal teams and the external community to prepare people and business process for the transition. In this role you will be part of the team developing a readiness roadmap and leading change efforts, offering internal and external HR information systems support, managing workforce reports, and conducting data analysis for various requests.
Our work at the Office of Financial Management (OFM) - State HR serves as a crucial part of the decision-making that the governor, Legislature, and state agencies do each year. As an employee of OFM State HR, you will be part of a team of dedicated professionals who work hard every day to provide the vital information and services needed to serve the workforce that serves the people of Washington.
If you are passionate about HR & Payroll analytics, systems implementation, and contributing to organizational success, we invite you to apply for this challenging opportunity. Join us in shaping the future of our HR and Payroll systems and making a meaningful impact on our enterprise outcomes.
Why You'll Love Working with Us:

• Future Forward: Be at the forefront of HR & Payroll business policy and process improvement preparing for our transition to a new ERP system.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, equity, and a good sense of humor.
• Impactful Work: Your efforts will directly contribute to our enterprise outcomes and success.
• Continuous Learning: We believe in investing in our team's growth and development.

What we offer our employees:

• Foster an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to hire, cultivate and retain a competitive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
• Encourage a healthy life/work balance by offering flexible/alternative work schedules, wellness program, mobile arrangements and telework opportunities.
• Employees (and their families) have coverage options for medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance.
• Opportunity to enroll in state retirement programs and a deferred compensation plan.
• A minimum of 14 days of vacation leave per year and 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• OFM offers a commute trip reduction program, tuition reimbursement, membership to statewide Business Resource Groups and an Infants-at-Work program.

What you'll do:

• Leading the State HR charge on HR & Payroll community transition readiness
• Conducting data analysis to inform strategic decisions and implementation of legislation and policy.
• Transforming our HR & Payroll business process and data through community engagement and enterprise data analysis, visualization, and reporting.
• Collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders for a shared success story.
• Provide training and system support to help agencies deliver quality services to the workforce.

Required

• Four years of professional applicable experience in the following areas:
  • Experience as an HR and/or Payroll processor using the states SAP Human Resource Management System (HRMS), and other enterprise systems and reporting tools such as Enterprise Reporting and/or Washington Workforce Analytics.
  • Working knowledge of the state's civil service rules, collective bargaining agreements and agency directives and the impact on HR systems and business process.
  • Knowledge of the State Administrative and Accounting Manual (SAAM) - knowledge of sections that apply to the specific work duties and the ability to navigate and research the manual.
  • Experience conducting business analysis, process improvement and identifying change requirements.

Note: Education beyond a high school diploma/GED may substitute for up to two years of professional experience. Certifications also considered.

• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience and proficiency working with MS Office Suite, specifically with Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to create formulas and graphs using Excel and PowerPoint.

Desired

• Knowledge and skill in applying qualitative and/or quantitative analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to conduct studies/projects that concern the efficiency and effectiveness of the workforce.
• Experience with HR & Payroll system migration.
• Experience in project coordination and change management.
• Relevant professional certifications:
  • SHRM, HRCI, AIHR or similar HR certification
  • ADP, APA, FPC, CCP, or similar Payroll certification
  • PROSCI or similar certification in Organizational Change Management.
  • PMBOK or similar certification in Project Management

How to apply:
Click "Apply" at the top of this page to start your application (you can save the application and come back to it, if needed).
IMPORTANT: To be considered for this position, please include the following along with your state application:

• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications for this role.
• Resume: that details your applicable experience and education.
• References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.

We will directly contact the top candidates to interview for this position. Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the required and desirable qualifications we described above.

Questions:
For questions about this recruitment or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email Leila Vandiver at TalentAcquisition@ofm.wa.gov.For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
The Office of Financial Management is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam-era veterans are encouraged to apply. Dial 711 to reach the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf system.
Employment Type: Exempt