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The Human Resources Systems Analyst V is responsible for development, implementation, and maintenance of human resource systems activities associated with employee information, retrieval capabilities, as well as data integrity. This position works with Human Resources, medical center personnel, vendors, and/or internal information systems staff to design new or modify existing Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) to meet changing requirements. The team members (TMs) in this job are experienced subject matter experts who also mentor the lower level HR Systems Analysts.
***This is Fully remote, occasional in person may be required (typically less than 4x a year)
Responsibilities:
- Maintains a strong leadership role in the direction of PeopleSoft initiatives.
- Acts as a lead in all aspects of PS implementations from project initiation through implementation of acquisitions/mergers.
- Leads in all system maintenance initiatives including upgrades and patches.
- Works actively to achieve system and change acceptance, not only within Human Resources, but throughout the HMH network.
- Provides advice and counsel relative to best technology, educating users on the different benefits and capabilities of technologies.
- Provides PeopleSoft administrative support to the Human Resources organization based on the assigned module.
- Develops and implements processes that will ensure consistent application of procedures and minimize interruption of services provided.
- Leads team in execution of internal audit process for data integrity.
- Collaborates with the Data Analytics and Reporting team to validate and ensure data is represented correctly.
- Plays a key role in the planning, coordination and execution of HRIS projects. Monitors progress towards achieving set targets and any deviations from set targets, setting a course for correction and future improvements.
- Ensures overall client satisfaction and appropriate level of service delivery is achieved.
- Rotates on-call for Payroll Monday
- Effectively communicates and shares knowledge with and mentors lower level HR System Analysts.
- Takes lead in the coordination of end user support activities.
- Attends, participates in, contributes to, coordinates, and runs meetings throughout the network.
- Provides go-live support for their supported business areas.
- Provides input into policy and procedure redesign.
- Promotes teamwork, facilitates inter-team and intra-team communication, and is a role model for the department.
- Provides technical expertise and guidance to team members and mentors staff to promote staff development.
- Considered a high-level specialist who regularly interacts and works with senior management.
- Creates test plans and tests new systems, version upgrades, and any system modifications.
- Creates and updates process system documentation.
- Acts as a back-up for Mgr, HRIS.
- Works independently and effectively manages time unsupervised.
- Researches and utilizes technical releases, translates into his own work, and advises other teams involved.
- Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
- Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
- Bachelor's level degree or equivalent relevant experience in Computer Science, Human Resources or other related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in HRMS/ERP including documentation, design, change management, cost estimation, project management, testing, production support, and auditing.
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
- Knowledge of technological/automation theories, principles, and best practices.
- Ability to multitask in a demanding environment, good organizational and communication skills managing complex multidisciplinary initiatives to improve processes.
- Requires ability to communicate with technical/non-technical users and management/non-management customers.
- Report/Query or SQL experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
- Prior healthcare experience.
If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
Starting Minimum Rate: Minimum rate of $133,120 Annually Job Posting Disclosure: HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.The Human Resources Systems Analyst V is responsible for development, implementation, and maintenance of human resource systems activities associated with employee information, retrieval capabilities, as well as data integrity. This position works with Human Resources, medical center personnel, vendors, and/or internal information systems staff to design new or modify existing Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) to meet changing requirements. The team members (TMs) in this job are experienced subject matter experts who also mentor the lower level HR Systems Analysts.
***This is Fully remote, occasional in person may be required (typically less than 4x a year)
Responsibilities:
- Maintains a strong leadership role in the direction of PeopleSoft initiatives.
- Acts as a lead in all aspects of PS implementations from project initiation through implementation of acquisitions/mergers.
- Leads in all system maintenance initiatives including upgrades and patches.
- Works actively to achieve system and change acceptance, not only within Human Resources, but throughout the HMH network.
- Provides advice and counsel relative to best technology, educating users on the different benefits and capabilities of technologies.
- Provides PeopleSoft administrative support to the Human Resources organization based on the assigned module.
- Develops and implements processes that will ensure consistent application of procedures and minimize interruption of services provided.
- Leads team in execution of internal audit process for data integrity.
- Collaborates with the Data Analytics and Reporting team to validate and ensure data is represented correctly.
- Plays a key role in the planning, coordination and execution of HRIS projects. Monitors progress towards achieving set targets and any deviations from set targets, setting a course for correction and future improvements.
- Ensures overall client satisfaction and appropriate level of service delivery is achieved.
- Rotates on-call for Payroll Monday
- Effectively communicates and shares knowledge with and mentors lower level HR System Analysts.
- Takes lead in the coordination of end user support activities.
- Attends, participates in, contributes to, coordinates, and runs meetings throughout the network.
- Provides go-live support for their supported business areas.
- Provides input into policy and procedure redesign.
- Promotes teamwork, facilitates inter-team and intra-team communication, and is a role model for the department.
- Provides technical expertise and guidance to team members and mentors staff to promote staff development.
- Considered a high-level specialist who regularly interacts and works with senior management.
- Creates test plans and tests new systems, version upgrades, and any system modifications.
- Creates and updates process system documentation.
- Acts as a back-up for Mgr, HRIS.
- Works independently and effectively manages time unsupervised.
- Researches and utilizes technical releases, translates into his own work, and advises other teams involved.
- Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
- Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
- Bachelor's level degree or equivalent relevant experience in Computer Science, Human Resources or other related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in HRMS/ERP including documentation, design, change management, cost estimation, project management, testing, production support, and auditing.
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
- Knowledge of technological/automation theories, principles, and best practices.
- Ability to multitask in a demanding environment, good organizational and communication skills managing complex multidisciplinary initiatives to improve processes.
- Requires ability to communicate with technical/non-technical users and management/non-management customers.
- Report/Query or SQL experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
- Prior healthcare experience.
If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
Starting Minimum Rate: Minimum rate of $133,120 Annually Job Posting Disclosure: HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.See All 109+ Human Resources Systems Specialist Jobs
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Banking & Financial Services
- Food & Beverage
- Science & Research
- Aerospace & Defense
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in human resources systems specialist jobs.
- Three or more years of hands-on HRIS administration or implementation experience
- Proficiency in at least one major platform such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or Oracle HCM
- Experience supporting HR data integrity, reporting, and system audits
- Ability to collaborate with HR, payroll, and IT teams on system changes
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, information systems, or a related field
- SHRM, HRCI, or vendor-specific platform certification preferred
Tips for Your Human Resources Systems Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to system names
List every HRIS platform you've configured or administered by name. Hiring managers filter for Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM, and UKG specifically, so a generic reference to 'HR software' will get your application screened out before anyone reads it.
Quantify your system migration work
Describe implementations with scope details: how many employees the system supported, which modules you owned, and what the previous platform was. That context signals seniority far more clearly than a list of responsibilities without any scale behind it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists human resources systems specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your certifications
Filter for openings that specifically mention Workday Pro, SAP certifications, or SHRM credentials. Roles that list those by name are more likely to value your investment in them and less likely to lowball the offer because they misread your background.
Prepare a system configuration walkthrough
Many interviews include a technical screen where you explain how you built a workflow, configured a business process, or resolved a data integrity issue. Practice walking through one real example end to end, including the constraints you worked within and what you'd do differently now.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Clarify which systems you'll own, whether the role is a solo position or part of a team, and what implementation projects are already in the pipeline. Roles with identical titles vary dramatically in workload, and understanding scope protects you from accepting a director-level burden at a specialist pay grade.
Human Resources Systems Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most human resources systems specialists?
The most active employers for human resources systems specialists right now are Signature Aviation, Holland & Knight, and Tesla, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, large financial institutions, and universities consistently post a high volume of these roles year-round.
How many human resources systems specialist jobs are remote?
About 69% of human resources systems specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong employer comfort with remote access to cloud-based HR platforms. System administration and reporting work tends to be the most remote-friendly, while implementation projects with on-site go-live support often require some in-person presence.
How do you become a human resources systems specialist?
Start by building hands-on experience with a major HRIS platform, either through an HR coordinator or generalist role that uses one, or through a vendor training program. Earn a platform-specific certification to validate your configuration skills. Then move into roles focused on system administration, where you can take ownership of modules, support end users, and lead smaller implementation projects before stepping into a specialist title.
How do you get hired as a human resources systems specialist with little experience?
Focus on roles titled HR coordinator or HR analyst that list HRIS administration as a core responsibility, since those positions build the same skills without requiring a specialist title upfront. Complete free or low-cost training through vendor learning portals to demonstrate platform knowledge. Highlight any reporting, data clean-up, or system configuration work you've done, even if it was a small part of a broader role, because employers weight demonstrated system exposure heavily over years of general HR experience.
What does the human resources systems specialist interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial screen with a recruiter or HR business partner, followed by a technical interview with the systems team or an IT lead where you walk through your platform experience in detail. A take-home or live exercise involving report-building, workflow configuration, or data troubleshooting is common at mid-to-senior levels. Final rounds typically include a conversation with the HRIS manager or CHRO to assess how you'd partner with broader HR and business stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to human resources systems specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to human resources systems specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your platform experience and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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