IT Manager Senior (HRIS Manager)

Job Description:

IT Manager Senior (HRIS Manager)

Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job plus three (3) years of related experience, including two (2) years supervisory experience.
• Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.
• Master’s Degree in a related field may substitute for two (2) years of experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

None

Notes to Applicants
The Human Resources Department works to position the City of Austin as an employer of choice through balanced, efficient and collaborative strategic partnerships. We support and develop a high performing and diverse workforce that fosters a healthy, safe, respectful and productive work environment for employees and their families, City departments and the community

Position Overview:
This position is responsible for the oversight of the Human Resources Information Systems ( HRIS ) Division of the City of Austin. It specifically oversees the Human Resources Management Systems ( HRMS ) and Application Development. The position is also responsible for the oversight of Human Capital Management Projects. The City is in the process of implementing Workday, and Workday implementation experience is preferred.

When completing a City of Austin employment application:

• Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. Please include contact information from previous employers.
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• If a resume is required, it will not substitute for a complete employment application.

Travel:
If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (including high school graduation or GED , undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and evidence of your professional licenses or certifications.
• This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).

Benefits:

• Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities, and more. Please click HERE for more information.

Pay Range
$52.25 - $67.93

Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Telework opportunities may be available following the completion of the initial training period. Hybrid schedules are subject to change based on departmental business needs. Work hours may vary depending on business requirements.
Job Close Date 02/13/2025 Type of Posting External Department Human Resources Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 505 Barton Springs Road, Suite 600, Austin, TX 78704 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience with UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) timekeeping applications.
• Experience with BANNER payroll systems.
• Skill in querying and developing databases using SQL or other querying languages.
• Experience managing multiple groups and divisions
• Governs and manages complex enterprise technology projects

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Determines the goals and continuity of program service within broad outlines Develops strategies, direction and priorities for service delivery Develops standards, frameworks, governance Manages enterprise program areas, supervises supervisors and coordinates with other managers Manages the support of corporate services Monitors, prepares and presents reports, budgets, and performance measures Governs and manages complex enterprise technology projects Prepares and evaluates Request for Proposals Participates and manages enterprise contracts Participates with other City departments, project teams and agencies to ensure compliance with City of Austin personnel, security and department policies and standards

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, recognition, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal, succession planning
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service and user services
• Knowledge in analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems and to communicate information and ideas
• Knowledge of business and enterprise management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Knowledge of City of Austin ( COA ) budget processes
• Knowledge of COA ordinances, administrative rules, and regulations affecting department operations and personnel matters
• Knowledge of current complex and enterprise IT systems and data systems technology, security, operations, and practices
• Skill in organizing complex work of larger groups effectively and efficiently
• Skill in understanding the organization and operation of the City and department as necessary
• Skill in conducting hardware and software evaluations, performing selection and acquisition functions
• Skill in enterprise vendor management and development of collaborative relationships
• Ability to develop, implement, and administer a budget, prepare budget requests, and monitor expenditures for budgetary compliance
• Ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions, and to determine how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures
• Ability to read and interpret standard accounting and financial reports
• Ability to conduct research and analyze and interpret research findings
• Ability to compile data and prepare narrative and statistical correspondence, reports, and presentations
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to adhere to required compliance to all change management policies and procedures.
• Ability to adhere to required compliance to all information security policies and procedures.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the IT Manager Senior require: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job plus three (3) years of related experience, including two (2) years supervisory experience. Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years Master’s Degree in a related field may substitute for two (2) years of experience. Do you meet these qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe your experience with UKG timekeeping applications, including the key functionalities you've used, your role in operating the system, and the specific work positions in which you utilized it. If you have no experience, please respond with 'N/A'.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience with BANNER payroll systems, including your role in operating the system, the specific work positions in which you used it, and the number of years of experience you have with the platform. If no experience, respond 'N/A'.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience querying and developing databases using SQL or other querying languages. If no experience, respond 'N/A'.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience managing multiple groups and divisions. If no experience, respond 'N/A'.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience managing complex enterprise technology projects. If no experience, respond 'N/A'.
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

Optional & Required Documents

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