Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
HRIS Analyst |
| Posting Number |
25TM0461 |
| Department |
UHR Info Systems & Technology |
| Overview |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list.
Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
University Human Resources (
UHR) supports the Rutgers mission as an institution of prominence, preeminent in research, teaching, service, and clinical care. We strive to provide the highest level of customer service in delivering a comprehensive network of programs, services, and expertise to attract, retain, and develop diverse and highly skilled top talent. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an
HRIS Analyst for University Human Resources. The
HRIS Analyst role is a highly analytical and detail-oriented position on our
HRIS department. This role will serve as a strategic partner between
UHR stakeholders and IT, leading the implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of HR systems-particularly in areas such as payroll, benefits, talent management, and compliance. The
HRIS Analyst must have a strong understanding of HR processes, data structures, and enterprise systems, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Provides subject matter expertise for the implementation process of Oracle HCM Cloud.
- Partners with integration developers to build and maintain system interfaces, web services, integration architecture, and file-based interfaces to enhance HR initiatives in areas of benefit administration, talent acquisition, performance management, ethics & compliance.
- Translates business requirements into functional specifications and system design documents.
- Manages the completion of requirements analysis and verification, ensuring that requirements statements are complete, consistent, traceable, unambiguous, feasible and verifiable.
- Conducts gap analysis and recommend system enhancements to improve HR processes.
- Manages and provide functional leadership, guidance, and advice for system issues and change requests per processing guidelines and processes.
- Collaborates with HR, IT, Payroll, Benefits and Finance teams to maintain business continuity and identify continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Communicates clearly with technical teams and business stakeholders.
- Develops SOP documents and updates to internal procedures / practices based on change management activities for the department and downstream stakeholders.
- Serves as an escalation point for complex system or data-related issues impacting downstream stakeholders & systems.
- Acts as a liaison between technical teams and business units, ensuring alignment of system capabilities with organizational goals.
- Ensures data integrity through regular audits, validations, and reconciliation processes.
- Ensures data compliance aligns with HR policies and data governance.
- Partners with OIT analysts to automate dashboards within Tableau, ServiceNow, and eventually HCM Cloud.
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| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Salary Details |
$108,147 |
| Offer Information |
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. |
| Benefits |
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
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| Position Status |
Full Time |
| Working Hours |
40 hours |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.
The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through January 31, 2026. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at
https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu. |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Terms of Appointment |
Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or Systems Analyst in HRIS or related domain.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Strong knowledge of HR processes and systems (e.g., Workday, Oracle HCM, SAP SuccessFactors, ADP).
- Experience with system implementations, integrations, and data analysis.
- Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and reporting tools (e.g., PeopleSoft Query Manager, Power BI, Macros, Component Interface, Vlookup).
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Experience in higher education, healthcare, or large enterprise environments.
- Background in supporting unionized workforces and interpreting collective bargaining agreements (e.g., CNA agreements).
- Prior involvement in HR system upgrades, cloud migrations, or enterprise-wide implementations.
- Familiarity with Agile or hybrid project management methodologies.
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Posting Details
| Posting Open Date |
12/10/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
Cook (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement |
Rutgers University
life insurance, employee discount
Dec 10, 2025