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HRIS Analyst

Port Houston
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 12/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/22/2026
We are searching for an experienced HRIS Analyst at our Executive Office Building facility.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

Are you ready to think about the future and dream big? At Port Houston, we're seeking individuals who are eager to tackle the most significant challenges of their careers. For over a century, we've been driven by vision and scale, delivering impactful initiatives that shape Houston and the region. Our sustainability and success hinge on attracting, retaining, and nurturing exceptional talent.

When you join Port Houston, you're embarking on a journey towards a fulfilling career path. Take the first step in the right direction—are you READY?

Position Summary

The HRIS Analyst role sits at the intersection of data, people, and business strategy, owning key HR metrics that translate complex data into clear insights for stakeholders at all levels of the organization. This position requires a good understanding of the Workday platform, including hands-on experience with its configuration, modules, and security features.

This analyst supports the maintenance, optimization, and data integrity of multiple modules. They will collaborate cross-functionally to design and implement solutions that meet business needs, enhance user experience, troubleshoot moderate to complex issues, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Responsibilities/Duties

  • Provide technical subject matter expertise and system administration support across multiple HCM functional areas. (e.g. Core HCM, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Talent, etc.)
  • Acting as a reporting lead, collaborate with stakeholders to understand reporting needs and deliver meaningful analytics that ‘tell the story’.
  • Troubleshoot issues and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve timely resolution within established SLA, including conducting domain and security group analysis for reporting concerns.
  • Support system enhancements and feature releases, prioritizing optimization and automation to improve efficiency and the user experience.
  • Own the design, build, and maintenance of custom reports, dashboards, and Hubs across the HCM suite.
  • Ensure all reports comply with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
  • Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree is preferred but may be substituted for related experience.
  • 2 years of hands-on HRIS configuration experience
  • 4 years HRIS Analyst experience
  • Workday experience preferred; preferably in one or more of the following modules: Core HCM, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Talent, and/or Absence

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • Workday
  • HR Compliance
  • HR Processes
  • Reporting
  • Data Management
  • Data Governance

Competencies

  • Analytical
  • Active Listening
  • Communication
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Innovation
  • Relationship Management
  • Pragmatic Decision Making
  • Problem-Solving
  • Technological Proficiency
  • Time Management

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high. To apply, please go to porthouston.com/careers. Only applications submitted through the Port Houston Careers website will be acknowledged. Port Houston is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. Government.

Thank you for choosing Port Houston in your career search.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Required Qualifications

Exempt

Annual Salary

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Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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