HR Systems Data Specialist

***This will be a minimum of a two year contract with one of the leading hospital systems in the country***

Job Title: HR Systems Data Specialist

Job Description

The HR Systems Data Specialist is responsible for maintaining Human Resources master file information on employee records using automated HRMS systems. The role covers personal, position, pay, benefits, status, performance, and activity data. The specialist provides functional support to management and various HR departments for compensation, performance management, benefits, and employment sections. Additionally, the specialist will troubleshoot HRMS transactional issues and work with HRIS to identify trends and improvements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the integrity of employee data from position management, performance, and development to compensation and benefits perspectives.
• Create and execute queries as needed for management and internal HR.
• Collaborate with HR departments to identify audit needs and work with HRIS to develop specific audits and frequency.
• Enter and correct benefits and job data transactions as needed beyond self-service accessibility.
• Provide Tier 2 support to HR and supervisors/managers regarding employee information and change processing.
• Advise on appropriate employee transactions to use to achieve desired goals while maintaining data integrity and honoring HR policies.
• Propose enhancements to the automated HRMS systems and evaluate users’ requests.
• Leverage audit results to identify opportunities for system improvements that enhance user experience and minimize compliance risks.
• Support other HR Operations teams and projects as needed.

Essential Skills

• Strong analytical skills to resolve complex problems using mathematical and analytical thinking.
• In-depth HRMS knowledge, preferably PeopleSoft HRMS 9.2.
• Effective communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Ability to facilitate group information needs and translate them into language for Information Services.
• Training skills to instruct users in using automated HRMS systems.
• Familiarity with at least one HRMS system, with PeopleSoft HRMS 9.2 strongly preferred.
• Understanding of employment law and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Quality auditing proficiency.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with continuous improvement processes.
• Capability to work with Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

Work Environment

Hybrid work Schedule First shift hours

This is a Contract position based out of Boston, MA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Boston,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $25 - $30