Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Summary
The HR Systems Lead plays a critical role within the Human Resources (HR) team, reporting to the Director, Employee Experience. The HR Systems Lead will partner with key stakeholders in the business, as well as Battelle’s corporate IT team, to drive successful outcomes. HR system design, configuration, and testing, coupled with the ability to proactively deliver strategic solutions that align to HR and business initiatives is an expectation of this role. The incumbent will deliver high-caliber data analytics and data visualizations to internal customers and key members of leadership. Attention to detail is imperative. The HR Systems Lead will provide and interpret data that will drive and inform strategic business decisions across the enterprise; as such, the incumbent will understand HR business strategy, technology, and business processes.
Responsibilities
- Oversees system and/or system-design change requests and continuous improvement efforts
- Collaborates with key stakeholders to solve root cause issues/opportunities
- Manages system components of HR cycles, e.g., performance forms, 360, goal plans and library, calibration, compensation and other initiatives
- Responsible for the monitoring, upkeep, configuration, and testing of the core HR system; includes maintaining an evolving knowledge/insight for all modules and features
- Serves as POC for consulting partners and vendor relationships to include support/alignment with software vendor(s) (SAP Account Executive)
- Oversees the submission of annual state and federal compliance reporting
- Owns and/or participates in system upgrades, problem resolution, and compliance efforts; provides a strong understanding of system interfaces (e.g., Payroll/T&L, Benefits, Corporate IT)
- Develops and implements data collection systems/strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and data quality
- Maintains and improves data accuracy and quality control; builds and maintains reports and other analytical tools to measure and monitor operational results. Creates high-caliber data visualizations and reports to effectively communicate analytics and insights to HR leadership, business leaders, and other stakeholders
- Works closely with HR leadership to identify opportunities for process improvements and policy development using HR data; uses predictive modeling to assist in the creation and implementation of HR strategies.
Responsibilities
- Ensures alignment with data privacy and compliance regulations
- Collaborates with HR and other key business stakeholders to identify strategic people analytic needs and formulate the relevant people and organizational research, metrics and KPIs to enable execution of critical business decisions
- Leads or collaborate on projects and initiatives
- Assists with the implementation of technology and processes as aligned with the HR strategy
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in a quantitative field such as Data Analysis, Mathematics, Computer Science; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in a related field.
- A minimum of eight years of progressive experience administrating and supporting Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and related processes. Significant experience with SAP SuccessFactors strongly preferred.
- HR system configuration & design expertise, to include troubleshooting and testing experience.
- Strong knowledge of HR metrics and significant experience in data analysis and reporting. Excellent analytical abilities, advanced problem-solving abilities, and a strong understanding of system interfaces.
- Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to effectively communicate and interact with business collaborators to influence, discuss and explain analytics to non-technical partners.
- Able to effectively manage changing and conflicting priorities.
- Ability to work independently while being a strong teammate.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Preferred Qualifications
- HRIS implementation experience.
Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
- Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
- Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
- Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
- Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
- Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
- Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
- Flexible work arrangements: You have options for where you work and when you work.
A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.
You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
- Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
- Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
- Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment
- Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
- Give back to and improve our communities
Vaccinations & Safety Protocols
Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).
Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.
The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.
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