The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR HRIS AND SALARY ADMINISTRATION
🇺🇸 Edinburg, TX
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Human Resources
🗓️ October 3rd, 2025
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The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is hiring an Assistant Director HRIS and Salary Administration. This role provides strategic and operational leadership managing Human Resources Information Systems, oversees HR data integrity, security, reporting, and collaborates with various departments including Payroll and IT to optimize HR technologies and compliance with institutional objectives.
Highlights
- Lead planning, execution, and evaluation of HRIS initiatives ensuring policy compliance and alignment with institutional goals.
- Manage complex HR data analysis and reporting for internal and external compliance, including IPEDS and FTE reports.
- Ensure security and confidentiality of HR data via access controls and audits.
- Oversee HR technology projects such as system upgrades and new implementations.
- Collaborate with Payroll to support accurate payroll processing and resolve data discrepancies.
- Supervise configuration of payroll-related HR system fields and assist with year-end payroll activities like W-2 validation and ACA reporting.
- Provide senior-level guidance and mentoring on HR systems and data management.
- Coordinate with IT, Institutional Research, and leadership on data structures and system integration.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, IT or related field required; Master’s degree with three years experience acceptable.
- Four years of relevant experience in HRIS, ERP, report writing, or data analysis required; knowledge of Texas accounting and HR reporting practices preferred.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR HRIS AND SALARY ADMINISTRATION Full Description
Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539
Edinburg: (956)665-2451
Brownsville: (956) 882-8205
Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Staff Recruitment: careers@utrgv.edu
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Graduate Assistantships: assistantships@utrgv.edu
Faculty Recruitment:
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College of Sciences Office of the Dean: cos@utrgv.edu
College of Education and P-16 Integration: cep@utrgv.edu
College of Fine Arts: cofa@utrgv.edu
College of Liberal Arts: liberalarts@utrgv.edu
Website: https://careers.utrgv.edu
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR HRIS AND SALARY ADMINISTRATION
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Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
*Date of Birth
*Social Security Number
*Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-8880 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
*Date of Birth
*Social Security Number
*Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-8880 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number | SRGV8558
Working Title | ASSISTANT DIRECTOR HRIS AND SALARY ADMINISTRATION
Number of Vacancies | 1
Location | Edinburg, Texas
Department | Human Resources and Talent Development
FTE | 1
FLSA | Exempt
Scope of Job | The Assistant Director of HRIS provides strategic and operational leadership in managing Human Resources Information Systems and related technologies. This position oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR systems and reporting tools to support organizational goals. The Assistant Director ensures data integrity, security, and efficient use of HR technologies, while serving as a key liaison between HR, IT, institutional leadership, and external agencies.
Description of Duties | Leads the planning, execution, and evaluation of HRIS initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives and compliance with internal policies and external reporting requirements. Oversees and manages complex data analysis and reporting functions, including the preparation and submission of key reports such as IPEDS, FTE, and other mandated workforce reports. Ensures the security and confidentiality of HR data through the enforcement of access protocols, audit processes, and compliance with data governance policies. Leads cross-functional teams in the planning and execution of HR technology projects, including system upgrades, enhancements, and new implementations. Collaborates closely with the Payroll department to ensure HRIS data supports accurate and timely payroll processing, including new hires, terminations, compensation adjustments, and leave tracking. Continuously improves HR processes by leveraging technology, maximizing the efficiency of HR systems, and implementing new functionalities. Oversees data validation before payroll cycles and coordinates system audits to ensure consistency between HR and payroll systems. Oversees the configuration and maintenance of payroll-related fields in the HR system (e.g., pay grades, earnings codes, deduction codes). Works with Payroll to troubleshoot and resolve data discrepancies and system issues impacting applicable fields. Assists with year-end payroll activities including W-2 validation, ACA reporting, and other federally mandated reports. Supervises the development and delivery of HR data reports for internal departments and external stakeholders, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness. Directs the design, implementation, and optimization of HR systems and workflows. Serves as the department’s senior reporting authority and subject matter expert for HR systems, providing high-level guidance on data use, reporting standards, and system capabilities. Collaborates with IT, Payroll, Institutional Research, and executive leadership to define data structures, reporting standards, and integration points for enterprise systems. Provides leadership and mentoring to HRIS staff and others involved in data management, reporting, and HR system operations. Monitors industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation in HRIS strategies, tools, and processes. Performs other job-related duties assigned.
Supervision Received | Direct supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given | May supervise assigned support staff.
Required Education | Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University in Human Resources, Business Administration, IT or related field.
Preferred Education | N/A
Licenses/Certifications | N/A
Required Experience | Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the following areas: report writing, querying, and data analysis, HRIS, ERP or database management, or Three (3) years of the required experience with a Master’s Degree from an accredited University in Human Resources, Business Administration, IT or related field.
Preferred Experience | Knowledge of software including integrations of HR, student, general ledger and budget modules as well as Microsoft Project and Visio. Knowledge of HR processes and terminology. Knowledge of state of Texas accepted accounting practices directly related to issues of reporting Human Resources data including but not limited to proper accounting of salaries and benefits, appropriate classifications of employees for reporting purposes, and conversion of state required reporting requirements for state and federal workforce and labor reports.
Equipment | Standard office equipment including personal computer, word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
Working Conditions | Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. Some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other | Exceptional planning and organizational skills. Strong attention to detail. Ability to problem-solve.
Physical Capabilities | N/A
Employment Category | Full-Time
Minimum Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date | 09/30/2025
Grant Funded Position | No
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date |
Working Title | ASSISTANT DIRECTOR HRIS AND SALARY ADMINISTRATION
Number of Vacancies | 1
Location | Edinburg, Texas
Department | Human Resources and Talent Development
FTE | 1
FLSA | Exempt
Scope of Job | The Assistant Director of HRIS provides strategic and operational leadership in managing Human Resources Information Systems and related technologies. This position oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR systems and reporting tools to support organizational goals. The Assistant Director ensures data integrity, security, and efficient use of HR technologies, while serving as a key liaison between HR, IT, institutional leadership, and external agencies.
Description of Duties | Leads the planning, execution, and evaluation of HRIS initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives and compliance with internal policies and external reporting requirements. Oversees and manages complex data analysis and reporting functions, including the preparation and submission of key reports such as IPEDS, FTE, and other mandated workforce reports. Ensures the security and confidentiality of HR data through the enforcement of access protocols, audit processes, and compliance with data governance policies. Leads cross-functional teams in the planning and execution of HR technology projects, including system upgrades, enhancements, and new implementations. Collaborates closely with the Payroll department to ensure HRIS data supports accurate and timely payroll processing, including new hires, terminations, compensation adjustments, and leave tracking. Continuously improves HR processes by leveraging technology, maximizing the efficiency of HR systems, and implementing new functionalities. Oversees data validation before payroll cycles and coordinates system audits to ensure consistency between HR and payroll systems. Oversees the configuration and maintenance of payroll-related fields in the HR system (e.g., pay grades, earnings codes, deduction codes). Works with Payroll to troubleshoot and resolve data discrepancies and system issues impacting applicable fields. Assists with year-end payroll activities including W-2 validation, ACA reporting, and other federally mandated reports. Supervises the development and delivery of HR data reports for internal departments and external stakeholders, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness. Directs the design, implementation, and optimization of HR systems and workflows. Serves as the department’s senior reporting authority and subject matter expert for HR systems, providing high-level guidance on data use, reporting standards, and system capabilities. Collaborates with IT, Payroll, Institutional Research, and executive leadership to define data structures, reporting standards, and integration points for enterprise systems. Provides leadership and mentoring to HRIS staff and others involved in data management, reporting, and HR system operations. Monitors industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation in HRIS strategies, tools, and processes. Performs other job-related duties assigned.
Supervision Received | Direct supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given | May supervise assigned support staff.
Required Education | Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University in Human Resources, Business Administration, IT or related field.
Preferred Education | N/A
Licenses/Certifications | N/A
Required Experience | Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the following areas: report writing, querying, and data analysis, HRIS, ERP or database management, or Three (3) years of the required experience with a Master’s Degree from an accredited University in Human Resources, Business Administration, IT or related field.
Preferred Experience | Knowledge of software including integrations of HR, student, general ledger and budget modules as well as Microsoft Project and Visio. Knowledge of HR processes and terminology. Knowledge of state of Texas accepted accounting practices directly related to issues of reporting Human Resources data including but not limited to proper accounting of salaries and benefits, appropriate classifications of employees for reporting purposes, and conversion of state required reporting requirements for state and federal workforce and labor reports.
Equipment | Standard office equipment including personal computer, word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
Working Conditions | Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. Some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other | Exceptional planning and organizational skills. Strong attention to detail. Ability to problem-solve.
Physical Capabilities | N/A
Employment Category | Full-Time
Minimum Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date | 09/30/2025
Grant Funded Position | No
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date |
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement | It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants | Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Social Security Number
Gender
Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-8880 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Additional Information | UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
Quick Link | https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/48792
Special Instructions to Applicants | Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Social Security Number
Gender
Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-8880 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Additional Information | UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
Quick Link | https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/48792
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?
- Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions
- Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions
- No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions
- Are you a current UTRGV employee?
- Yes
- No
- Please select your highest level of completed education.
- 6th grade education
- 10th grade education
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited university
- Masters Degree from an accredited university
- Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university
- None of the above
- Please provide the field of study for your education:
(Open Ended Question) - Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?
- Yes
- No
- Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 6 years
- 7 years
- 8 years
- 9 years
- 10 years
- Over 10 years
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Reference Letter 1
- Reference Letter 2
- Reference Letter 3
- Certifications and Licenses
- Training Certificates
- Other Document
- List of 3 References
- Unofficial Transcripts 2
- Unofficial Transcripts 3
- Letter of Interest
- Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
- Additional Document
- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
- UT System Employee Benefits
- UT System
- Fraud Reporting
- State of Texas
- Texas Homeland Security
- Texas Veterans Portal
- Where the money goes
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