Competition ID: 4745Internal Closing Date:Open Until FilledExternal Closing Date:Open Until Filled# of Openings:1*Salary Information:9 - Administrative Salary Grid - $81,724 to $119,862Employment Type:Permanent Full TimeWorkplace Type:HybridTravel Frequency:Occasional travel between campuses is required.Employee Group:Administration/ManagementDays of Work (BCGEU):Hours of Work (BCGEU):Hours per Week (BCGEU):

We are currently seeking a Human Resources Information System Specialist to join our Human Resources team.

Job Overview

This position works closely with the Manager, HRIS and is responsible for the administration and maintenance of activities related to the Human Resources Information System.

The HRIS Specialist serves as the primary point of contact for HR/Payroll and University community clients and provides advice and support on a variety of matters related to the Human Resource Information System. The HRIS Specialist provides support in database administration, system maintenance, information reporting, web-based employee services, delivery of human resource metrics and related training. The HRIS Specialist contributes to the development, implementation and evaluation of strategies and activities to ensure that the tools, processes and systems are working efficiently to improve transactional and reporting activities for Human Resource Services and its clients.

Education and Experience

• Degree in business, human resources, information systems, finance or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar systems administration role involving systems optimization, integration, data integrity, and technology maintenance.
• Payroll and/or Human Resources experience in a unionized setting is an asset.
• Experience using Banner, PeopleSoft, Oracle or SAP systems preferred.
• Project management and/or system implementation experience is an asset.
• Or a combination of education/training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Superior computer skills with MS Office Suite
• Advanced working knowledge of database management and Excel applications.
• Demonstrated innovation and change management skills which include supporting and encouraging new ideas and approaches to build organizational efficiency
• Proven ability to be detail oriented with excellent analytical and problem solving and project management skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of business process management and human resource planning and principles.
• A good understanding of general human resource policies and procedures, and knowledge of employment labour and privacy laws are preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong aptitude for problem-solving and sound judgment.
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to facilitate, negotiate and persuade others.
• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines and manage multiple concurrent tasks.
• Must be process-driven and solution-oriented with a positive attitude.
• Highly customer service orientated, with the ability to create a positive and meaningful customer experience.
• Intrcampus travel may be required, possession of a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle is preferred.

Competencies

• Leadership: KPU employees inspire, coach, mentor, and support students, employees and KPU as a whole in achieving objectives.
• Accountability: KPU employees demonstrate fiscal accountability and take ownership for their actions, decisions and results.
• Continuous Improvement: KPU employees take a creative approach to opportunities, exploring unique ways to create optimal value for the KPU community.
• Collaboration: KPU employees work in functional and cross-functional teams, coming together to solve complex issues and accomplish objectives that will benefit the KPU community.

Salary Information
The above compensation range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. Typically, initial salary placement is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum. This represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and approximately halfway of the salary range for a job with consideration given to internal equity.

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Application Process
To apply for this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume as one document via KPU's Career Centre.

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU's workplace, culture and total rewards.