Human Resources Analyst II or III - IN PERSON

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The application must be filled out completely; stating"see resume"anywhere in the application, is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.

Enjoy Industry Leading Benefits:

• Generous paid vacation and extended sick leave, and holidays.
• Free and discounted transportation options to get around Aspen and the Valley.
• Professional development and learning opportunities, including a tuition reimbursement program.
• Health and wellbeing options that include Medical, Dental, Vision, robust and accessible employee assistance program, and nationally recognized wellbeing platform.
• Monetary bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices and to use towards other personal needs.
• Plan for your future with competitive employer contributions to a 401a retirement plans and Social Security, in addition to an individual 457b retirement plan and Roth IRA option. Have peace of mind with life and disability insurance.

Job Title: HRIS Business Analyst II-III (depending upon experience)
Department: Strategy & Innovation Office and Human Resources
Classification: Exempt

Analyst II: Hiring Range (annual): $74,714 - $84,074 - Salary Range (annual) $74,714 - $112,091
Analyst III: Hiring Range (annual): $88,774 - $99,882 - Salary Range (annual) $88,774 - $133,182

Position Summary: The Business Analyst position is primarily responsible for the implementation and management of a replacement Human Resources Information System (HRIS). Additional responsibilities, time permitting, include HR-focused organizational customer experience improvements, proactive process improvement, and leveraging technology to achieve change management goals. To excel in this role, you should be self-motivated, comfortable making decisions independently, be an enthusiastic collaborator, and approach challenges with creativity and positivity.
An HRIS analyst II typically focuses on administering and maintaining the HRIS system, generating reports, and configuring the system to meet basic business needs, while an HRIS III analyst takes on a more advanced role, leading complex process improvement and technical projects, performing in-depth data analysis, and acting as a subject matter expert for the HRIS system, often handling system implementations, upgrades, and change management initiatives, with greater responsibility for compliance and strategic decision-making related to the HRIS.
Supervision Exercised and Received: Works initially under the general direction of the Strategy & Innovation Director. Receives direction from the Human Resource (HR) Director or designee.

Essential Job Functions:
HRIS System Implementation & Management
*Serve as the project manager for all aspects of the replacement and management of a new HRIS system (applicant tracking, learning management and performance management systems) to improve upon the existing Taleo system.
*Complete an audit of current HRIS systems, evaluate audit results, complete process mapping, and initiate a request for proposal (RFP) process for new systems.
*Work with both internal and external stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements and drive the RFP process including the planning, development, testing and implementation of any new systems.
*Manage the effective and efficient use of the HRIS system, find opportunities to improve the current structure of the system, and collaborate with the IT department to manage necessary patches and updates.
*Document processes and configure the system to support improvement of HR workflows.
*Act as liaison between HR, IT, Finance, and other departments to address HRIS needs and assist with integrating HRIS with other business systems.
*Lead technical customer support for HRIS, including technical resources for departments to provide instruction/guidance.
*Ensure data accuracy by overseeing data entry, processing, and validation of HR data.
*Perform a wide variety of HRIS transactional audits to meet regulatory requirements.
*Generate and customize HR reports to track workplace trends and HR metrics and develop dashboards and visualizations to assist with data-driven decision-making.
*Maintains knowledge of trends and developments in data management and security, HR technology, and HRIS applications.
HRIS Business Analyst III
*Lead complex process improvement and technical HRIS projects
*Performing in-depth data analysis, determine and analyze metrics, and act as a subject matter expert for the HRIS system
*Manager system implementations, upgrades, and change management initiatives, with greater responsibility for compliance and strategic decision-making related to the HRIS.

Process Improvement
*Acts as a technology/process improvement consultant and project manager for internal HR initiatives, addressing a wide variety of complex topics and needs. Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with key partners.
*Researches and develops recommendations for new or improved work processes, policies, and methods, and plans and assists with the implementation strategy.
*Prepares written reports to summarize projects, research, analysis and recommendations.

City Organizational Values
*Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions.
Other duties as assigned.
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Core Competencies Displays the following key competencies and behaviors in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills, and abilities:
*Service: Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect in daily work, builds trust by listening, treats people with respect, acknowledges opportunities for improvement, and follows through with commitments.
*Partnership: Actively creates strong, supportive internal and external relationships to attain a common goal and achieve greater impact together.
*Stewardship: Balances social, environmental, and financial responsibilities, evaluating the impact of decision making on a thriving future for all.
*Innovation: Develops technical expertise to pursue new ideas and creative outcomes, grounded in Aspen's unique culture, opportunities, and challenges.
*Communication: Knowledge of effective and appropriate communication. Ability to use knowledge effectively in various contexts which may require oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication. Demonstrated ability to translate technical requirements in an approachable and actionable manner for non-technical staff.
*Interpersonal: Has the ability to work well with diverse groups of people, both inside and outside the organization.
*Technology: Demonstrates technology skills sufficient for the nature and level of position. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies and transition job duties accordingly to support technological advances and innovation.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or a combination of experience commensurate with such a degree.
HRIS Business Analyst II Experience:
* Two+ years of professional level experience with project management, process or technology improvements, including but not limited to resolving customers' inquiries, requests or system improvements. Experience should include customer experience improvements and experience with large-scale change management.
*Preferred:
oDemonstrated success with independent full-lifecycle project management, leading organizational initiatives, and/or relevant professional certifications such as SHRM Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Project Management Professional, or similar.
oPrevious experience with HRIS system implementation is preferred.
HRIS Business Analyst III Experience:
* Three+ years of professional level experience with project management, process and technology improvements, including but not limited to resolving customers' inquiries, requests or system improvements. Experience should include customer experience improvements and experience with large-scale change management.
*Preferred:
oDemonstrated success with independent full-lifecycle project management, leading organizational initiatives, and/or relevant professional certifications such as SHRM Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Project Management Professional, or similar.
oPrevious experience with HRIS system implementation is preferred such as one of the following HRIS technologies: Workday, Oracle HRMS, Oracle Fusion, PeopleSoft HCM, SAP HR, UltiPro or any other ERP HR System
Technical Knowledge: Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook (Email), and a thorough understanding of computers and online computer-based technology applications, which includes accessing web-based platforms.
Licenses & Certifications: Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date.
NOTE: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required abilities, knowledge, and skills as determined by the City of Aspen may be substituted for the requirements above.
NOTE: This position requires a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.
Position Type and Work Hours:
*Regular full-time, hours may vary with workload.
*Evenings/Weekends may be required depending on department needs and special projects.
Work Environment:
*Indoors: Office environment.
*Outdoors/Off-Site: Attends open houses and visits to housing units. Meetings, trainings, and site visits at a variety of city facilities and areas.
Physical Demands:
Bending: Bending or position oneself to move an object from one level to another.
Gripping/Grasping: Ability to apply pressure with fingers and palm.
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, through use of hands, fingers, or other means.
Hearing: Perceiving and comprehending the nature and direction of sounds.
Reaching: Extending the hands and arms or other device in any direction.
Repetitive motions: Making frequent or continuous movements.
Sitting: Remaining in a stationary position.
Standing: Ability to sustain position for a period of time.
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
Talking: Communicating ideas or exchanging information.
Visual Acuity: Ability to bring objects into focus.
Walking: Ability to move to traverse from one location to another.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer