Human Resources Functional Analyst

00002153 - Human Resources Functional Analyst

The Human Resources Functional Analyst serves as the primary functional liaison between Human Resources Payroll operations and Information Technology. This role is responsible for optimizing the PeopleSoft Human Capital Management (HCM) application by analyzing business processes, gathering technical requirements, and ensuring system configurations meet the needs of four distinct bargaining units. This position focuses on improving data integrity, streamlining payroll workflows, and leading user acceptance testing for system upgrades and automated solutions.

Requisition ID: 1133

Employee Group: Professional, Management, and Administration

Schedule: 40 hours/52 weeks

Compensation: $56,672

Benefits: Full-time

Reports to: Payroll Manager

Posting Opens: 6/12/2026

Posting Closes: 6/25/2026

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Support end-to-end payroll cycles, including retroactivity, off-cycle processing, and year-end activities.
• Configure, test, and support HRIS modules including time tracking and payroll.
• Act as a liaison for payroll, troubleshooting time-tracking issues and ensuring accurate employee data for payroll runs.
• Work effectively with business users, IT developers, and external vendors to translate business needs into detailed requirements.
• Compile and present HR data in a clear and concise manner to assist leadership in identification of key workforce trends and opportunities.
• Analyze current HR/payroll processes to reduce manual work and work with IT to improve efficiency by gathering and documenting requirements for new solutions, testing solutions and system configuration changes, establishing requirements and data mapping for reports and interfaces, and performing data clean-up as needed.
• Design, test, and implement HRIS PeopleSoft modules and system upgrades, patches, and configuration changes including HR, recruiting, and training, coordinating with IT.
• Ensure data security and adherence to legal regulations (e.g., FLSA, ADA).
• Monitor and resolve Payroll data issues, integrations errors, and audit flags in collaboration with I T.
• Develop basic PeopleSoft queries and BI publisher reports to assist in HR department operations.
• Research and investigate new features and functionality to meet business needs.
• Evaluate, test, redevelop, and deploy application upgrades, updates, and fixes.
• Use various import files, balance, and control earnings and deduction totals to ensure accurate payroll processing. Prepare associated journal entries as required.
• Provide guidance for PeopleSoft HR setup (tax withholding, retirement allocations, etc.), testing of, and implementation of system configuration.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of standard processes with a focus on streamlining, continuous improvement, simplification, and innovation.
• Assist the Payroll Manager and Payroll Specialist with data entry and completing biweekly payroll process, as needed.
• Assist Payroll Specialist in providing updates to retirement plans through the Office of Retirement Services (ORS) website, as needed.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education Credentials

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience will be considered. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, or Business with demonstrated technical skills preferred.
• Certified Payroll Professional or Fundamental Payroll Certification, desirable.
• Required Experience
• Minimum three years’ experience working with a variety of HRIS and HR systems.
• Proven experience extracting and understanding data and data trends.
• Experience using PeopleSoft payroll processing system strongly preferred.
• Prior experience with Perceptive Content is preferred.
• HRIS system administration knowledge/experience preferred.

Skills

• Highly proficient computer skills in PeopleSoft, Perceptive Content, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance, garnishments, tax regulations, and union deductions.
• Knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in the processing and calculating of payroll including wage withholding orders and garnishment, workers’ compensation, unemployment, and state-sponsored retirement pension reporting preferred.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and identify and recommend changes as appropriate.
• Success in working under pressure on multiple projects concurrently and to meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment with changing priorities.
• Functional level of database principles including knowledge of table structure and must possess the ability to query data. Prior experience with PeopleSoft Query Manager or SQL is desirable.
• Ability to train users, communicate technical information, and manage projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify data discrepancies and bottlenecks.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and move up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Mental Demands
• Strong commitment to confidentiality, commitment to customer service, and willingness to work as part of the Human Resources and Talent Development team.
• Ability to organize work, perform multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to communicate with both functional users and technical people.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while possessing mature judgment and flexibility.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail, organizational skills, financial accountability, strategic thinking, sound decision-making, and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to perform routine and unexpected duties with minimal supervision.
• Ability to take direction, use discretion, and maintain a high degree of professionalism and responsiveness in daily interactions with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Willingness to work as a part of a team and lead projects.

Working Conditions

• GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on our policies website.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed. May require occasional evening, weekend, and campus closure hours during peak processing times to meet deadlines.
• Some travel may be required to participate in professional organizations and conferences.

BENEFITS

• Health Coverage: Six health insurance plan options, including one with no health insurance premiums.
• Time off: Enjoy substantial vacation time.
• Wellness Program: Access resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an on-site gym membership.
• Continuous Learning: Career development and educational opportunities.
• Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our retirement options, including the state retirement plan or a 401(a) with a 12% employer contribution.

NEXT STEPS / APPLICATION PROCESS

• Please fill out an application at https://www.grcc.edu/careers. Submit a cover letter and resume. The opportunity to apply for this position will close at the end of the day on the close date referenced at the top of this job posting.

HIRING PROCESS

• GRCC uses an Evidence Based Selection Process, where we make data driven hiring decisions to help mitigate bias throughout the hiring process. As part of this process, candidates will participate in assessments (cognitive and behavioral), reference checks and interviews.
• Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Grand Rapids Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC programs, activities, services and employment, including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to prevent discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.