School/College/Division Description
Employees at UWM in the Department of Human Resources work in an innovative, collaborative, and casual-work environment with flexible work/life balance schedules. If you are a motivated, results-oriented individual who wants to make a real difference with our team, community, and the campus, we encourage you to apply!
Job Description
The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (UWM) is seeking a detail‑driven, collaborative HRIS Analyst to join our Human Resources team. This role blends HR functional knowledge with technical expertise in HR systems to support accurate data, efficient processes, and high‑quality reporting across the institution. You’ll work with Workday HCM, data visualization tools, and campus partners to support data integrity, troubleshoot issues, and enhance HR operations. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, improving systems, and helping others use technology with confidence. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to make an impact at a major research university.
- Serve as an HRIS subject matter expert, advising HR staff and campus partners on Workday processes, reporting, data integrity, and system capabilities.
- Monitor Workday data accuracy through routine audits of core data structures, reports, and integrations, and address identified issues.
- Liaise with UW Shared Services to resolve issues, escalate tickets, and identify trends requiring action.
- Provide training, documentation, and user support, including job aids, workshops, forums, one on one guidance, and refined procedures, to promote consistent and effective HR system usage.
- Provide data extracts, visualizations, and basic analysis to HR leadership and campus partners.
- Document reporting and business requirements to build or maintain reports and dashboards using Workday and other HR or campus‑related data sources to meet operational, trend, and compliance reporting needs.
- Manage Workday security access, including assigning and updating roles, ensuring compliance with policies, and supporting periodic access reviews.
- Participate in planning, testing, and rollout of Workday updates, new features, and process improvements.
- Research and recommend improvements to HR systems, applications, and related technologies, staying current on Workday and UW System initiatives.
Additional Information:
- This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire.
- Selected candidates will be required to complete an I-9 form to verify eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Hybrid work arrangements may be available. Primary work will be conducted on the UW-Milwaukee campus, with remote work requests considered after the initial training period. Details will be discussed during the interview process.
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience running or analyzing or troubleshooting queries/reports of varying complexity
- Experience providing responsive support to end users by addressing routine and complex questions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams, etc.)
- Experience supporting end‑user training and developing job aids
- Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in data related tasks
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology Management, Human Resources Management, or related field, or equivalent education and experience
- Experience working with an HRIS, preferably Workday HCM
- Experience explaining technical or complex concepts to staff/users
- Experience creating HR or administrative dashboards/reports using Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar tools
- Experience working in a higher education environment
- Relevant coursework, training, and/or certifications as an HRIS Analyst
Target Salary Range: $50,000–$60,000 annually
Benefits and Total Rewards
As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life
Applications Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter and resume addressing your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.
Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Applications missing any of the required documents listed prior to the application deadline will be marked as incomplete and will not be considered.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and resume will not be reviewed.
As part of the recruitment process for the HRIS Analyst position, candidates may be asked to provide a supplemental work sample. This work sample will help us better understand your experience with HR systems, data integrity, reporting, troubleshooting, and user support. If a supplemental work sample is requested, you will receive instructions on when and how to submit it.
Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.
Apply electronically by the application deadline date of June 21, 2026. Questions about this position should be directed to Angelee Panyia Vang at [email protected].
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Skills Required
- Experience running, analyzing, or troubleshooting queries/reports of varying complexity
- Experience providing responsive support to end users by addressing routine and complex questions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams)
- Experience supporting end-user training and developing job aids
- Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in data related tasks
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology Management, Human Resources Management, or related field, or equivalent education and experience
- Experience working with an HRIS, preferably Workday HCM
- Experience explaining technical or complex concepts to staff/users
- Experience creating HR or administrative dashboards/reports using Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar tools
- Experience working in a higher education environment
- Relevant coursework, training, and/or certifications as an HRIS Analyst
What We Do
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a public research university and the second-largest university in the Milwaukee metropolitan area, dedicated to providing high-quality education and research opportunities.
