Human Resources Information Systems Specialist
The human resources information systems specialist responsibilities play a vital role in analyzing, maintaining, and troubleshooting of any human resources computer applications or human resources information systems.
The human resources information systems specialist is involved in designing, developing, and modifying the human resources information systems that will ultimately lead in meeting the organizational needs.
He/she provides all the necessary technical guidance and assistance to the staff members and management in the operation and maintenance of the human resource information system.
Key Responsibilities of a Human Resources Information Systems Specialist
- The position of a human resources information systems specialist requires to handle a wide range of duties and corresponds to have an increase in depth and breadth level of expertise in information systems technologies, its applications, management of multiple projects, etc.
- He/she is responsible for supporting and administering the information systems and providing instructions to the system users and advising them on how to use the information systems effectively.
- He/she also analyzes the technical issues and troubleshoots them and coordinates with the other departments to generate various related reports by working in compliance with the organizational standards.
- He/she normally reports to some senior personnel from the management team.
To better understand this role, outlined below are few of the key responsibilities that are shouldered by him/her:
- Design and Development Related Duties: The HRIS specialist is involved in conducting the analysis of the business requirements and designing the system logic as well as its programming and testing, and also in maintaining all the relevant documentation. He/she also handles all the functions related to system integration and customizations, and supports the production systems in terms of any technical issues and assists in the development of solutions for the same. He/she actively participates in the selection and evaluation of programming tools, languages, methodologies, etc.
- Administering of Application Related Tasks: The HRIS specialist ensures that there is appropriate infrastructure in terms of application that would help in better development and production of the related work. He/she is responsible for co-ordinating the technical components within several projects and proactively monitors the technical strategies and directions for the existing application and tools. He/she is involved in strategic technical planning and provides the necessary technical guidance and assistance needed for developmental activities.
- Database Administration Duties: He/she participates in the selection and evaluation of database systems, methodologies, tools and ensures that appropriate infrastructure is available for development and production. He/she is involved in every database administration duties like installing, tuning, monitoring the performance and upgrading it whenever needed.
- Project Management Duties: Based on the business and client requirements, he/she conducts a thorough analysis to ensure that the project is planned, communicated and managed successfully by assigning the tasks and supervising the work of the technical and functional team.
In addition to the above responsibilities, the human resources information systems specialist also helps in developing the user material that provides information, instructions and references to the end users. He/she facilitates meetings, workshops, etc., for accomplishing the assigned goals. He/she ensures that the efficiency of the data flow is maximized and performs a full range of various functions related to systems administration. He/she supports the HR systems and any other technology related initiatives with the aim of ensuring that the human resources processes are carried out in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner. He/she compiles all the statistical information and prepares the relevant reports. He/she gathers the requirements of the key users and translates them into an effective system.
Essential Skills
To be a successful human resources information system specialist, an individual should have at least some of the following skills:
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills with an ability to build an effective and collaborative working relationship
- Should be result driven with total focus on clients' requirements
- Should demonstrate high level of confidentiality while handling the organization or any employee's private information
- Should have excellent organizational and time management skills combined with the ability to handle multiple projects
- Excellent IT skills are a must with advanced word processing and spreadsheet skills
Educational Background
To be eligible for this post, the minimum educational qualification required is a bachelor's degree in business or information systems. Previous demonstrated work experience in HRIS or any other relevant supervisory professional experience would definitely be an edge.
Work Schedule
The nature of this job is such that the individual working in this field works on different assignments and needs to work at irregular hours depending on the project deadlines. Moreover, he/she should be flexible to be available on call whenever needed.
Career Prospects
There is a huge demand for HRIS specialist, as he/she is the key person supporting the human resource department in its system related functions and serves as a reporting and functional expert. Moreover, there is no limit for promotion to higher positions if an individual is able to prove his/her caliber.
Thus, an individual who shoulders the human resources informations systems specialist responsibilities well can expect to get a salary in the range of $34,000 to $66,000, which may vary depending on the individual's skills and experience as well as location, size, and type of the organization.
