Chief of Human Resources Information Systems - Non-Merit

Baltimore County, MD

$101K — $124K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, education, or psychology
  • 6 years of HR administration experience with focus on Employee Relations and Policy Development
  • 3 years supervisory or management experience
  • Current HR certification from recognized professional organizations (SHRM, HCI, PSHRA)
  • Preferred 5-10 years in HRIS/related IT roles, with HR analytics expertise

Responsibilities

  • Oversee planning and monitoring of Workday HCM system
  • Collaborate on Workday project plans with key departments
  • Manage support and administration of HRIS functions
  • Direct staff in addressing employee concerns
  • Oversee pre-employment processing, onboarding, and exit procedures
  • Create HR-related reports and analytics tools
  • Provide best practices in HRIS to improve efficiency

Benefits

  • Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision for eligible employees
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible healthcare expenses
  • Life insurance options available for eligible employees
  • Retirement plan participation required
  • Paid sick, vacation, and holiday leave options
  • Employee Assistance Program for personal issues support
  • Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union for financial services
Full Job Description
Salary: $101,797.00 - $124,783.00 Annually
Location : Towson, MD
Job Type: NON-MERIT
Job Number: NM.106 8-2026 OHR
Department: OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Closing Date: 9/21/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

A non-merit vacancy exists in the HRIS Records and Information Services Division of the Office of Human Resources.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plans.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Examples of Duties
Job Overview

The Chief of HRIS is the Subject Matter Expert (SME) of HR Systems, including security administration, business process design, user experience, reporting, and analytics. The Chief of HRIS works in close collaboration with the Office of Information Technology (OIT). The Chief of HRIS manages the team and daily operations of the HRIS Division of the Office of Human Resources, including Human Capital Management, Time Tracking and Attendance, and Occupational Health Services.
Overall Functions

  • Oversees the planning and monitoring of the Workday HCM system and functions; serves as the SME for HRIS Workday and maintenance, including but not limited to functional implementations, audits, and updates.
  • In partnership with key departments (Office of Information Technology and Office of Budget and Finance), assists with Workday project plans and monitors ongoing Workday project initiatives.
  • Serves as the point of contact for support and administration of Workday HRIS functions.
  • Oversees Division responsibilities by directing staff on steps to address employee concerns.
  • Oversees Workday HCM-HR Core functions, including but not limited to pre-employment processing and medical testing, hiring, onboarding, record and status changes, exit processing, and time and attendance functions.
  • Assists with creating all HR-related reports; actively pursues the development and ongoing improvement of self-service reporting, and analytics tools and capabilities.
  • Communicates with employees at all levels to gain the voice of the customer, explains approaches and results, and consults on analytics services.
  • Gathers and certifies documents pertaining to subpoenas and MPIA requests for personnel records, as authorized.
  • Represents the County and shares HRIS best practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Continuously learns new and leading practices and applies them as applicable.
  • Partners with OHR leadership and division colleagues to create and implement HR personnel policies and procedures.
  • Reviews and approves security access to HRIS systems, as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge working with data and analytics and managing workforce plans.
  • Thorough knowledge with cloud-based people analytics software is an asset.
  • Skills in technology implementation and change management.
  • Skills in Workday and Workday configuration, Microsoft Suite, E-Verify, and unemployment portals.
  • Demonstrated ability to align technology to improve business performance.
  • Ability to read, write, update and produce reports using various tools.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment in analyzing facts and arriving at conclusions for recommending action.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, Union Officers and representatives, and others with whom the Division comes in contact in the performance of its work.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment and discretion.
  • Ability to set up and manipulate spreadsheets using one or more electronic spreadsheet software programs
  • Ability to learn and navigate the County organization and the functions of the operational departments.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably in human resources administration, business or public administration, education, or psychology
plus
Six (6) years' professional experience in human resources administration specifically in Employee Relations, Workplace Investigations, FMLA, Workplace Accommodations, and Policy Development.
At least three (3) years of this experience must have been in a supervisory or management capacity.

Must hold and maintain a current HR Certification through HR professional organizations including but not limited to, Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM), Human Capital Institute (HCI) and The Public Sector HR Association (PSHRA). If a strong candidate (as determined by the Department Head and Director of Human Resources) does not have a current HR certification, but does possess a Human Resources degree, they may still be considered with the understanding that an HR certification must be obtained within 6 months.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum 5-10 years related experience in Chief of Staff/Manager roles, specifically in Human Resources Information Technology or related field.
  • Solid experience working with data and analytics and managing workforce plans.
  • Technology implementation and change management experience is a must.
  • Demonstrated ability to align technology to improve business performance.
  • Experience with cloud-based people analytics software is an asset.
  • Experience with Workday or any other HR systems.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc.

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Chief of Human Resources Information Systems
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Avenue
Towson, MD 21204

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.
Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.

Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.

Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.

Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave


Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

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