Hofstra University
HR Data and Systems Specialist
🇺🇸 Hempstead, NY
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $70K - $80K
💻 Human Resources
🗓️ October 31st, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
- Maintain and support HR systems related to time and attendance, paid time off, and employee data.
- Troubleshoot HR systems issues and escalate when necessary.
- Generate HR data reports and dashboards for leadership.
- Partner with HR staff to identify and implement workflow improvements.
- Perform regular data audits to ensure accuracy and integrity.
- Coordinate systems updates and support data integrations with IT teams.
- Maintain HRIS documentation and provide systems training and customer service.
- Bachelor's degree required; 1-3 years of related experience.
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with HR systems (ERP, timekeeping, payroll platforms).
- Preferred experience with Tableau, PowerBI, Microsoft Access, Ellucian Banner, and managing large data sets.
- Salary range: $70,000-$80,000 annually.
HR Data and Systems Specialist Full Description
Position Title | HR Data and Systems Specialist
Position Number | 898735
Position Category | Administration
School/Division | Human Resources (division)
Department | Human Resources
Full-Time or Part-Time | Full-Time
Description | Reporting to the Senior Director of HR Systems and Operations, the HR Data and Systems Specialist will support the day-to-day operations of Hofstra’s HR systems and data processes. This role serves as a key liaison with HR staff, campus departments and IT partners to ensure the accuracy and effective use of HR data. The HR Data and Systems Specialist assists with the maintenance of core HR applications (such as time and attendance, paid time off, and the HR Module for the ERP system), generates reports, and assists with ongoing process improvements that enhance efficiency and the employee experience.This is an on-site position, work for this role will be performed on campus.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Maintain and support HR systems related to time and attendance, paid time off, and employee data. Serve as first point of contact for HR systems questions and issues; troubleshoot problems and escalate as needed. Assist with HR data reporting and dashboard creation; prepare summary reports for HR and University leadership. Partner with HR team members to identify opportunities for improved workflows and system efficiencies. Regularly perform data audits to ensure high standards of data accuracy and integrity. Participate in compensation and regulatory surveys (IPEDS, AAUP, Chronicle of Great Colleges, Common Data Set, NYSED). Coordinate systems updates, testing and new feature rollouts with IT and HR teams. Provide support for data integrations between HR systems. Maintains documentation for HRIS processes/policies/workflows, provide systems training and customer service. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree required. 1-3 years of prior work-related experience, in Human Resources, data management or HR Operations. Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., ERP, timekeeping or payroll platforms). Advanced Excel skills including experience with formulas, v-lookup, pivot tables, nested if statements, conditional data formatting, charts, graphs and other advanced features. Exhibit ability to communicate both orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
Preferred Qualifications | Demonstrated high level of analytical, conceptual thinking, and quantitative skills. Experience with reporting or visualization tools such as Tableau, PowerBI.or Access. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Access and Excel. Experience working with large volumes of data. Experience with Ellucian Banner is a plus. Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects. Demonstrated high level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
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Date Posted | 08/18/2025
EEO Statement | Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range | $70,000-$80,000
Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.
*Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.
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