HRIS Analyst

Williams College is seeking an HRIS Analyst to join our Human Resources team. Reporting to the Director of Compensation, Benefits and HR Systems, this role is a vital partner in optimizing our human resources information systems, ensuring data integrity and efficient system functionality and business processes, with an eye towards process improvements. If you are a collaborative problem-solver who enjoys bridging the gap between functional HR needs and technology and who stays curious about evolving systems and tools, we invite you to join our team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Reporting & Analytics: Design and maintain dashboards and reports to drive strategic decision-making. Conduct data quality audits, manage mass data loads, and enforce data governance practices to ensure system integrity and compliance.

• HRIS Operations: Manage foundational data structures (positions, job profiles, organizational assignments). Oversee system integrations and automated data feeds between Workday, benefits platforms, and internal systems, troubleshooting issues as they arise.

• Systems Analysis & Optimization: Analyze and configure HRIS modules to meet organizational needs. Proactively identify process improvements to enhance system efficiency, usability, and data accuracy.

• Requirements & Implementation: Act as a key liaison between HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT. Translate business requirements into functional and technical specifications, and lead testing efforts (UAT, integration testing) for system upgrades and new implementations.

• User Support & Training: Serve as a subject matter expert for HRIS functionality. Provide advanced troubleshooting support and deliver training, documentation, and guidance to HR staff, managers, and employees.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant experience in HRIS, HR systems, or systems analysis (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).

• Technical Proficiency: Solid understanding of administrative software systems and data integration. Experience gathering requirements, analyzing business processes, and creating clear business process documentation.

• Analytical Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to investigate technical issues, identify data gaps, and design efficient, proactive solutions.

• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written skills with a proven ability to translate complex technical concepts for a diverse, non-technical audience.

• Adaptability & Organization: A self-motivated, detail-oriented learner capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines and staying current with evolving technologies.

• Teamwork: Ability to work productively both independently and as part of a service-focused, cross-functional team.

• Location: Ability to work on campus three or more days per week and reside in MA, NY, CT, or VT.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education is desirable.

• Experience implementing and maintaining cloud administrative applications (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle).

• Experience with reporting tools (e.g., BI tools, Query Manager, or similar).

• HR Certification (SHRM or HRCI).

This full-time, year-round position is eligible for Williams College’s robust benefits package designed to support you in your work and overall health and wellness.

Hybrid on-site/remote work arrangements may be available up to 2 days per week with approval for employees based in NY, MA, CT, or VT, following an initial in-person onboarding period.

To apply: Please visit careers.williams.edu. A cover letter is required in order for your application to be considered. In your letter, please address your interest in this position, the strengths you would bring to the Human Resources team, and specific examples from your recent work experience that demonstrate skills for this role.

Application review will begin on August 12, 2026. Pay ranges from $70,000 - $80,000, commensurate with experience.

Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at hr@williams.edu.