Human Resources Specialist, Information Systems

Overview

The Center for Justice Innovation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing community safety and racial justice. Since 1996, we’ve worked alongside communities, courts, and those most directly affected by the justice system to build stronger, healthier, and more equitable neighborhoods. With a team of over 900 staff and an annual budget of $130 million, the Center carries out its mission through three core strategies: operating programs that pilot new ideas and address local challenges;

conducting original research to evaluate what works—and what doesn’t; and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to reformers across the country and beyond.

Learn more about our work ovatingjustice.org.

The People Department is seeking a Human Resources Information Systems Specialist
. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the HRIS Specialist is responsible for providing technical support, troubleshooting, and guidance to HRIS users including the People team. The role collaborates with executive leadership and People staff to identify system improvements and enhancements, recommends and implements solutions, automates processes, participates in HRIS projects and systems, supports HR compliance, and contributes to HR planning.

• Operations:
  Provide technical support on the HRIS systems and other systems to staff Center-wide, along with the People team; advise and support the HR team on resolving system issues; facilitate New Employee Orientation as needed; act as a content creator for uploading and editing HR information on the organization intranet; respond to Jira Helpdesk tickets in a timely manner; complete I-9s to stay in compliance with USCIS laws as needed;
  
  complete E-Verify cases as needed.
• Analytical and Planning:
  Prepare timely and accurate reports, data visualizations, and dashboards for executive leadership, Technology, and Finance; identify opportunities for automation and data-driven solutions; maintain updated HRIS SOPs; support HR and organization-wide survey initiatives and analyze responses; maintain communication with HRIS vendor point-of-contact; stay current with contracts and expense reconciliation systems; monitor trends in HR data analytics and recommend changes.
• Projects and Systems:
  Contribute to continuous improvement of HR information systems and tools; ensure sound execution of system implementations, including collaboration with Technology Training for end-user training; create and maintain a full system of record for employee personnel files and historical information.
• Compliance:
  Conduct regular data quality audits; complete compliance reports/submissions to governing agencies; assist in responding to audit findings and recommendations; perform additional tasks as necessary.

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 2-4 years focusing on systems and data in the HR field
• Advanced Excel knowledge
• Prior experience with Paycom, Alchemer, Agiloft, and  is strongly preferred
• Excellent analytical and technical skills
• Experience with data management tools
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary setting with stakeholders

Position Type: Full-time hybrid role working two days on site at our Midtown Manhattan location.

Position Location: Midtown Manhattan.

Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $78,000 - $90,000 and is commensurate with experience.

Benefits: The Center for Justice Innovation offers comprehensive healthcare with a national network, basic dental and vision coverage, disability and life insurance, and flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA. We prioritize mental health care and offer services like Talkspace and Ginger. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a 2:1 employer contribution up to 5%.

The Center for Justice Innovation is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other category protected by law.…