Director, HRIS

Boston Medical Center (BMC) is seeking a strategic, systems-oriented Director, HRIS to lead the vision, optimization, and operational excellence of the organization’s HR technology eco system. This role oversees a team of eleven professionals responsible for HRIS platforms, including Workday, and UKG time and attendance system.
The Director will play a critical role in advancing BMC’s HR technology strategy by optimizing Workday functionality, establishing standardized and scalable HRIS processes, and ensuring seamless integration across systems. This leader will drive team effectiveness, lead through transformation, and partner closely with HR, Finance, and Operations, to deliver high-impact, user-centered solutions.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
HRIS Strategy & Systems Leadership
Define and execute a comprehensive HRIS strategy aligned with BMC’s organizational and HR priorities
Lead ongoing optimization and enhancement of Workday, ensuring full utilization of system capabilities
Oversee UKG workforce management systems, ensuring alignment with operational needs and compliance requirements
Ensure seamless integration and data flow across HR systems and enterprise platforms
Workday Optimization & Governance
Establish governance models, standards, and best practices for Workday configuration, security, and releases
Lead prioritization and execution of system enhancements, upgrades, and new module implementations
Partner with functional HR leaders to continuously improve user experience and system adoption
Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance across all HRIS platforms
HRIS Operations & Process Standardization
Design and implement standardized HRIS workflows, processes, and service delivery models across the enterprise
Partner with HR Centers of Expertise (COEs) and business leaders to define clear, consistent processes supported by technology
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce manual work, and improve data quality
Team Leadership & Organizational Design
Lead, develop, and structure a high-performing team of eleven HRIS professionals.
Align team roles, responsibilities, and capabilities to operate at optimal capacity and scalability
Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration
Build capabilities in system configuration, reporting, analytics, and project delivery
Change Leadership & Transformation
Lead HRIS-related transformation initiatives, including system enhancements, process redesign, and adoption efforts
Develop and execute change management strategies to ensure successful implementation and sustained adoption
Serve as a key advisor to HR and business leaders during periods of change, ensuring alignment and clarity
Partnership with Human Resources
Collaborate closely to align HR technology with enterprise architecture, security, and infrastructure standards
Ensure effective governance, prioritization, and delivery of HRIS-related projects and integrations
Partner on system performance, upgrades, and issue resolution
Project & Portfolio Management
Lead a portfolio of HRIS projects, ensuring disciplined project management, prioritization, and execution
Establish clear roadmaps, timelines, and success metrics for HR technology initiatives
Balance strategic initiatives with operational demands
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required)
Job Requirements
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required
Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years of progressive HRIS or HR technology experience, including leadership of teams and complex systems
Deep expertise in Workday (optimization, and governance)
Experience with UKG (or similar workforce management systems)
Demonstrated success leading large-scale system optimization and transformation initiatives
Strong project management and process design experience
Proven ability to lead through change in complex, matrixed environments
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Preferred
Experience in healthcare or academic medical center environments
Familiarity with HR analytics tools and data visualization platforms
Relevant certifications (e.g., Workday certifications, PMP, Agile)
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED
N/A
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS PREFERRED
N/A
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs)
Key Competencies
Systems thinking and enterprise mindset
Strategic planning and execution
Change leadership and influence
Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement
Analytical and data-driven decision making
Operational excellence and process optimization
Compensation Range:
$122,000.00- $177,000.00
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.
NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.
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