Dayforce HRIS Manager

Job Title: HRIS Manager

Reports to: Director, Total Rewards & HR Operations

Location: Hybrid - Plano, TX (Base Camp)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Compensation: $85,000 - $117,000

Summary:

The Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Manager at Mendocino Farms oversees the organization’s HR technology platforms, ensuring that human resources systems effectively support business operations, workforce management, compliance, reporting, and employee services. This role serves as the bridge between Human Resources, Information Technology, Payroll, and other business functions to optimize HR systems, improve processes, maintain data integrity, and support strategic decision-making through workforce analytics and reporting.

The HRIS Manager is responsible for managing HR software applications, system implementations, upgrades, integrations, troubleshooting, security, and user support. They also lead initiatives to streamline HR processes, enhance employee experience, and ensure compliance with employment laws, data privacy regulations, and company policies.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the organization’s Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), ensuring system functionality, reliability, and data integrity.
• Serve as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for HR technology platforms, including configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Lead HRIS projects, including system implementations, upgrades, enhancements, testing, and integrations with internal and external systems.
• Partner with other People Departments, IT, Operations, Finance, and business leaders to identify system needs, improve processes, and support operational efficiencies.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze people reports, dashboards, metrics, and workforce analytics to support strategic decision-making, compliance, pre-litigation and litigation matters.
• Ensure accuracy, security, and confidentiality of team member data in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Manage system permissions, workflows, business processes, and user access controls.
• Oversee data audits, validation processes, and issue resolution to maintain high levels of data quality and compliance.
• Evaluate current HR processes and recommend system enhancements or automation opportunities to improve the employee and manager experience.
• Create and maintain system documentation, standard operating procedures, and training materials.
• Provide HRIS training and support to HR team members, managers, and end users.
• Manage relationships with HR technology vendors and third-party partners, including issue escalation and service review discussions.
• Monitor industry trends, HR technology advancements, and best practices to recommend continuous improvements.
• Support compliance reporting and audits related to HR data, employment regulations, and internal governance requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field required.
• 5 years of progressive HRIS experience, including system administration, reporting, and HR technology support.
• Strong working knowledge of the Dayforce HCM platform, including system administration, configuration, reporting, troubleshooting, and process optimization across a variety of modules.
• Demonstrated experience managing HR system implementations, upgrades, integrations, and process improvements.
• Experience developing reports, dashboards, and workforce analytics using HRIS reporting tools.
• Knowledge of data governance, system security, compliance standards, and HR data privacy regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with all levels of the organization.
• Experience troubleshooting system issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Experience with data integrations, file feeds, APIs, or HR system interfaces preferred.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with discretion and professionalism.

Leadership Competencies:

• Leadership
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement
• Team Building
• Drive for Results
• Constructive Conflict Resolution
• Ownership & Accountability
• Business Acumen

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Bonus potential
• Meal privileges
• Health benefits
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Sitting / standing 6-8 hours.
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
• Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching

There is no “I” in Mendo

Mendocino Farms is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Mendocino Farms will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. * Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.