Senior HRIS Analyst

About NAES

At NAES, you’ll find engaging and challenging career opportunities in the power generation, renewable energy and industrial construction industry. At every level of the company, we share a common goal: To instill confidence in our clients through our steadfast commitment to safety, integrity and quality of work.

NAES is largest independent operator of power facilities in the industry, operating more than 190 power plants throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and the UK that span all technologies and provide over 49 GW of capacity. With the strength of 4000 people, our growing family of companies now addresses the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

Opportunity Summary

The Senior HRIS Analyst plays a critical role in supporting and optimizing HR technology systems, with a primary focus on UKG Pro, and Cognos Analytics. This role supports a team of 30+ HR and Payroll professionals in a fast-paced, highly complex operational environment.

Serving as the technical point of contact for assigned functional areas, the Senior HRIS Analyst partners closely with HR, Payroll, Finance, and subject matter experts to ensure data integrity, system accuracy, and the successful implementation and testing of system enhancements and changes.  This position requires strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently while managing competing priorities.

Primary Duties:

• Support, maintain, and enhance the HRIS, including system integrations and interfaces.


• Provide end-to-end support across HRIS modules, including:
  
  
  
  • Recruiting & Onboarding
  
  
  • Benefits & Compensation
  
  
  • Performance Management
  
  
  • Payroll
  
  
  • Security, Business Rules, Workflows, and Integrations
  
  
  • Business Intelligence / People Analytics
  
  
  • Time & Attendance
  
  
  
  


• Monitor and respond to ServiceNow requests, providing timely and effective technical support


• Independently troubleshoot and resolve system issues, identifying root causes and implementing appropriate solutions


• Partner with HR, Payroll and Finance/Accounting teams to ensure data accuracy, system functionality, and compliance


• Document HRIS processes, procedures, and system configurations


• Lead or support training related to new system releases, enhancements, and process changes

Scope of Responsibility

This role operates with minimal supervision and requires the ability to manage complex and diverse work situations. Decisions and errors may significantly impact operations, productivity, data integrity, and financial outcomes, making accuracy and attention to detail essential.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES.  As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times.  Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property.  Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures.  Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Working Relationships

This position reports to the Supervisor of HRIS

Compensation 

The initial compensation is $98,000 to $113,000

Education and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, Information Systems, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience


• 5+ years of hands-on HRIS experience


• UKG Pro experience highly desirable


• Experience in a fast-paced, operations-focused environment a plus

Specific Skills and Knowledge

• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail


• Proven problem-solving ability, including root cause analysis


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment


• Excellent prioritization and project management skills


• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and committed to continuous learning


• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality


• Excellent customer service and communication skills


• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization


• Comfort working with complex datasets


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Position is hybrid and based out of the Corporate office in Issaquah, WA.  Extended hours may be required due to variable workload and project specific requirements

Fit for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer drug screen

Performance

All employees have the responsibility to both the customer and their co-workers to do the job right the first time, and to ensure the business needs are being met.  NAES evaluates performance throughout the year.  Performance reviews are completed on an annual basis.

About NAES

NAES is committed to supporting a culture with unique perspectives and backgrounds. We value individual differences in each other in an effort to create a brighter future in the power generation industry. We strive to attract and retain employees by offering competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package (including retirement) and promotional opportunities.     

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.