STARS Requisition number
93488BR
Posting Position Title
Business Systems Analyst 3, People Solutions
Essential Duties
1. Perform a diverse range of analytical duties in the development of technology solutions for business processes. 2. Plan, organize, and define requirements, methods, and end user objectives, coordinate effort with team members, other IT staff, users, and vendors. 3. Interview, analyze, and document end-user processes and systems requirements for enhancement and/or workflow improvements or new system development. 4. Develop and execute system test plans to ensure application performance aligns to specifications. 5. Prepare technical reports, design workflow maps or other documents to facilitate system/s understanding. 6. May lead segments of larger projects, develop trainings, presentations, and communications.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree and four years of experience or equivalent education and experience.
Duration Type
Regular
Work Week
Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)
University Job Title
IT, Business Systems Analyst 3
Worksite Address
221 Whitney Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511
Work Location
Central Campus
Drug Screen
No
Health Screening
No
Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.
Searchable Job Family
Computing and Information Systems, Human Resources
Total # of hours to be worked:
37.5
Position Focus:
The Business Systems Analyst 3 (HRISS) plays a critical role in supporting and optimizing Yale’s HR technology ecosystem, ensuring alignment with faculty and staff administrative needs. This position serves as a key liaison between HR, IT, and faculty administration teams, driving process improvements, system configurations, and innovative solutions for Workday Core HCM, Recruiting, Learning, Compensation, Payroll, Benefits, Leaves, Time, and Absence Management.
The incumbent will document system/process requirements, define scope and objectives, and create specifications that drive system development and implementation. As a technical-functional expert, the role ensures seamless HR technology operations while providing insights into industry best practices.
Key responsibilities:
Partner with HR, faculty administration, and IT stakeholders to assess user needs and design solutions that enhance HR operations, ensuring alignment with Yale’s faculty administration processes.
You will be responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating user needs to create solutions that support the functional areas of Core HCM, recruiting, academic appointments, compensation, payroll, benefits, and leaves management.
You will document system requirements, define scope and objectives, and liaise between HR and business users across the University.
Your role will include leading segments of larger projects and fully leading small to medium projects, developing comprehensive system solutions and test plans, and contributing to process improvements.
You will take ownership of the scope definition and overall documentation process for the projects you lead, ensuring clarity and alignment with business objectives. In addition, you will be responsible for conducting impact analysis for proposed system changes.
As a BA3, you will lead advanced configuration and customization of HR systems, ensuring that solutions meet the complex needs of the business. You will independently troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex system issues and provide support to ensure system performance and integrity. You will also support integration efforts between HR systems and other enterprise platforms to enhance faculty hiring, appointments and lifecycle management.
You will also play a critical role in understanding the industry landscape and trends relevant to the area you support and the touchpoints. You will apply this knowledge to ensure system configurations and business solutions align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
In addition to your day-to-day responsibilities, you are expected to engage in ongoing self-development actively. You will stay current with emerging HR technologies, industry trends, and advancements in platforms such as Workday to enhance your capabilities and contribute more effectively to your team. This may include obtaining relevant certifications, attending professional development workshops, or pursuing additional learning opportunities that keep your skills up-to-date and aligned with the needs of the business.
You will be a key contributor to data validation and reporting initiatives, ensuring the accuracy and consistency of data across HR systems. As part of your role, you will guide and or assist in the development and execution of reports and data analyses to meet HR and business objectives within the area you support.
You will collaborate closely with HR clients, faculty administrative offices and other stakeholders across the University to ensure smooth communication and implement system enhancements, maintaining the stability and integrity of HR technology solutions.
You will mentor junior analysts, guiding them through best practices in system configuration, documentation, and testing.
You will participate in at least one HRISS initiative, helping to drive improvements or innovations in HR technology processes.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
Prior experience configuring and supporting Workday is a plus; Experience with Workday HR modules (e.g., Core HCM, Recruiting, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll) is preferred.
Posting Disclaimer
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
EEO Statement:
University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
Compensation Grade
GS-3
Compensation Grade Profile
GS-3g
Bargaining Unit
None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)
Supervisory Organization
Human Resources - HCM Innovation and Strategic Support: Solutions Architecture
Time Type
Full time
Required Skill/Ability 1:
Developed analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Required Skill/Ability 2:
Developed interpersonal, written, communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
Required Skill/Ability 3:
Proven ability to lead and manage staff. Proven project management skills.
Required Skill/Ability 4:
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures.
Note
Yale University is a tobacco-free campus
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Health Requirements
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