HR Data Analyst

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As a member of the Workforce Optimization team, this position will be responsible for building the skills, competencies and processes necessary within HR to deliver workforce analytics. This includes standardizing how workforce data is used to drive decisions and linking workforce data to business results. This position is responsible for providing HR metrics, analysis and data visualizations to all levels of the organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Analytics, etc.) required.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Four years of experience in a business analyst or HR functional role

2. Expertise and experience building reports and performing advanced analyses using multiple data sources

3. Advanced Excel skills and experience using statistical software (R, SPSS, etc.)

OR

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Master’s degree in a quantitative field (Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Analytics, etc.) required.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Two years of experience in a business analyst or HR functional role

2. Expertise and experience building reports and performing advanced analyses using multiple data sources

3. Advanced Excel skills and experience using statistical software (R, SPSS, etc.)

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Gather and analyze data using defined statistical methods and applications to report on key metrics and trends across all areas of human resources and talent management.

2. Apply data analytics to provide valuable quantitative metrics needed to illustrate organizational challenges, measure efficiencies and return on investment for key initiatives. Identify and forecast trends, ensure accurate and clear representation of data and measure key HR analytics against industry benchmarks. Communicate findings in a simple and concise manner with all levels of leadership. Act as a consultant for HR Business Partners and other departments in the area of HR Analytics.

3. Develop and deliver strategic HR reports (HR Scorecard, HR dashboards and action plans that are aligned with business requirements.

4. Provide training to internal stakeholders on analytical techniques and data interpretation.

5. Act as a departmental representative in the planning, development, and implementation of data intelligence applications.

6. Develop the expertise in the departmental use of self-directed applications and serve as the point of contact for end users on proposed process and application changes.

7. Proactively identify customer strength and weaknesses and suggest areas of business process improvement. Propose solutions to problems and consider timeliness, effectiveness, and practicality in addressing customer needs.

8. Design and implement data management techniques and processes

9. Develop workforce projections and predictive analytics to support HR and business strategies.

10. Demonstrate good judgment and discretion when dealing with highly sensitive data.

11. Responsible for the collection, coordination, analysis, forecasting, auditing and reporting of HR and workforce management data.  Analyzes trends, projects and impacts across the organization as compared to industry benchmarks, geographic and legislative trends and requirements.

12. Collaborate with HRIS, IT and external vendor teams to design, develop, test and implement reporting functionality to support timely and accurate reporting to multiple business levels and improve HR processes for obtaining data insights. Leads the development and implementation of new solutions and systems as a project manager and subject matter expert.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

1. Sitting and standing for long periods of time

2. Working on a computer

WORKING 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.

 

1. Normal Office environment

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Data literacy skills (understanding data sources, formats, statistical concepts, visualization techniques, etc.)

2. Expertise and experience building reports and performing advanced analyses using multiple data sources

3.

 Experience in survey design and analysis

4. Advanced Excel skills and experience using statistical software (R, SPSS, etc.)

5. Strong consulting and communication skills

6. HR domain expertise

7. Experience with Business Intelligence and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)

8. Strong team player yet able to work independently

9. Strong attention to detail and intellectual curiosity

10. Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and MS Project

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Exempt)

Company:

SYSTEM West Virginia University Health System

Cost Center:

554 SYSTEM HR Shared Services