Description
Surrey Schools is the largest BC school district and the second-largest employer in Surrey. We're proud recipients of BC Top Employers and Canada's Greenest Employer awards. Surrey Schools provides quality education to over 82,000 students with 124 schools sites and a variety of other learning facilities, offering a broad range of innovative programs and services to support the learning of our students. The Surrey School District team of approximately 13,000 employees works tirelessly every day to ensure that children are getting the best start they can, providing the preparation to be our leaders of tomorrow.
Our Commitment:
Providing quality education extends beyond academic excellence; we are committed to creating and cultivating diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free environments for all applicants, employees, students, and their families.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion & Values:
Our identity, as Surrey Schools, is expressed in the shared values of openness, fairness and belonging and recognizes the importance of diversity of identity and thought. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to removing barriers and creating a workplace where everyone, regardless of their background, feels empowered to contribute their best.
Join us in our mission to provide the best start for children, preparing them to be the leaders of tomorrow. If you are passionate about education, diversity, and making a positive impact, we invite you to explore opportunities with Surrey Schools.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Director, People Services, the Manager, Systems & Analytics serves as the Human Resources Information Technology expert in the organization providing critical information systems and data analytics support to the Human Resource department.
To support the growth of the organization and the achievement of the strategic plan, this role leads HR system implementation initiatives, optimizes business practices by utilizing existing system functionality and recommends improvements to the use of technology to align with industry trends and best practices. In collaboration with IT and Finance departments, the Manager, Systems & Analytics leads initiatives to proactively identify issues and recommend solutions.
Responsibilities
Acts as HR Lead for HRIS system implementation, including selection, design, configuration, and testing; report writing, system optimization post go-live, implements regular software updates and coordination and management of cross-functional dependencies between Human Resources, IT, and Finance.
Leads the Systems and Reporting team including goal-setting, coaching, development, and performance management. Fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages teamwork and professional growth. Promotes a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the department.
Provides support to drive project requirements, business processes, workflows, and plans including managing timelines, communications, quality, risks, uncovering roadblocks, defining critical paths, identifying resource constraints, and any other issues that arise.
Prepares HR business process designs, documenting functional and technical specifications and end-user documentation and training materials.
Coordinate across all team members of Human Resources to ensure that all members are on track with requirements, deadlines and scheduled deliverables. Meets with HR subject matter experts to identify and resolve issues or enhancements.
Manages user training and overall communications of changes. Supports change management efforts related to HR technology initiatives, ensuring successful adoption across the organization.
Manages implementation of ancillary systems, including talent acquisition and staffing systems, and partners with technical resources and vendors to ensure successful implementation and implements regular updates.
Prepares and presents project status reports. Escalates risks and recommendations for timely resolution.
Serves as primary subject matter expert to inform user change requests and offer user support. Tracks service tickets for timely resolution of issues.
Manages HR data accuracy, integrity, and security and conducts audits to ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.
Generates reporting standards and delivers reports to provide data summaries and statistical analyses for strategic planning and decision-making purposes.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Management or related field. Five years’ HRIS and project management experience and three years’ supervisory experience. Experience managing system changes/implementations. Experience implementing a HR system within a larger ERP system. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Competencies
Strong understanding of HRIS functionalities, reporting, and integrations.
Exemplary communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust, facilitate decisions and resolve conflict.
Demonstrated ability to work with others in a consultative and collaborative manner.
Ability to motivate and develop a team through mentorship and coaching.
Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and belonging and building a caring and respectful workplace.
Exceptional organizational, project management, and change management skills. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality results.
Advanced research, analytical, critical thinking skills with attention to detail.
Ability to analyse and define risk and issues and develop innovative solutions to streamline business processes.
Ability to develop training materials and deliver training to large audiences
Advanced Excel skills with proficiency in advanced functions and formulas.
Proficiency with PowerBI, ERP report writers, SQL and other relevant software applications.
Experience with analytics and reporting and ability to present data, analysis, and insights to inform key decisions.
What we're offering
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Extended Medical, Vision and Dental
- Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- Municipal Pension
13 Paid Holidays, plus Sick & Vacation Time
Onsite Fitness Room in the Surrey Head Office
Supportive workplace with a positive and productive work environment. Feel a sense of security and safety to act, speak, and reflect who you are
The salary range for this position is $112,430 - $140,537 per year with comprehensive benefits package and Municipal Pension.
Placement in the salary range is determined by an assessment of qualifications and ability to meet the key requirements of the job, and consideration of internal equity comparisons. The midpoint of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position.
Qualified applicants can apply by clicking the "apply" button to the right of the posting. The closing date for this position is October 1, 2024 at 4:00pm.
Note: Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Records Search prior to employment. Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. To all others, thank you for your interest.
