## Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
The Office of Human Resources is committed to providing innovative, value-added, efficient, and effective human resource solutions, programs and processes for our faculty, staff and administrators. As one of the larger employers in the area, our goal is to attract and retain highly-qualified and dedicated individuals with a diverse set of technical, cultural, and social backgrounds aimed at achieving excellent results towards PSU’s goals.
## Position Summary
The PSU Office of Human Resources invites applications for the Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Assistant position. Working in support of a wide array of HR functions and payroll operations, responsibilities include:
* Supporting software development projects and coordinating testing for the HRIS system (Banner), applicant tracking system (PeopleAdmin), employee self-service and payroll interfaces, and other integrated and affiliated systems;
* Developing and maintaining HR website content (Drupal/HTML);
* Developing, supporting, and testing enterprise content management solutions (OnBase);
* Delivery of HR reports (Cognos and SQL).
* Training end users on enterprise systems and upgrades and troubleshooting software issues with HR employees and IT teams.
This position reports to the HRIS Analyst/Project Manager and is a full-time overtime-subject position, excluded from bargaining unit representation due to work with confidential management materials pertaining to collective bargaining.
## Minimum Qualifications
* Associate’s degree in a related field OR an equivalent combination of college level coursework plus related work experience may substitute for a degree.
* Minimum of one year experience involving a combination of the following:
* Running reports and queries.
* Using HRIS, payroll, or FIS software systems (such as Banner, PeopleSoft, ADP, etc.).
* Participating in testing software for systems upgrades/installations.
* Web maintenance or development.
* Communicating/translating technical or complex information to non-technical users.
* Proficiency with windows-based software.
* Excellent communication skills and customer service standards.
* Proven ability to exchange project information with customers.
* Proven ability to perform complex analysis and assessment, develop project outlines, meet project deadlines, and problem-solve moderately complex technical issues.
* Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (or equivalent programs, such as Google Docs or Open Office).
* High desire to learn and high learning agility.
* Ability to successfully complete a background check.
## Preferred Qualifications
* Previous employment experience or education in human resources or payroll operations.
* BA/BS in human resources, computer science, information systems, educational technology, or similar related field.
* Previous employment experience in higher education.
* Advanced skill in Microsoft Excel or equivalent.
* Experience using Drupal, HTML, and/or CSS.
* Experience using Banner HRIS.
* Experience using SQL, Cognos, or other reporting tools.
* Experience using OnBase or other enterprise content management software.
## Key Cultural Competencies
Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
## Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting hourly rate for this position will be $17.00 hr to $18.25 hr ($35,360 to $38,004 annual salary rate equivalent) with an excellent benefits package including 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities.
*Proposed Start Date:* 03/25/2015
*Classification Title:* Unclassified Unrepresented
*Rank:* N - No Rank
*Working Title:* HRIS Assistant
*Representation:* UU - Unclassified Unrepresented
*Renewable:* Renewable
*Position FTE:* 1
*Term of Service:* 12 month - Annual
*Tenure Status:* F - Fixed Term
*Primary Activity:* A - Administrative
*Work Days/Hours:* Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm
*Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.):* Please list the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references.
*Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?:* No
*Background Check Required:* Yes
*Projected Close Date for Posting:* Open Until Finalists Identified
*Quick Link:* http://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu:80/postings/15124