HRIS Support Specialist

HRIS Support Specialist

"Be part of a team committed to supporting our employees and strengthening our organization. Make a lasting impact—apply today!"

Department: Human Resources
Position Status: Regular Full-Time - On-Site
Supervisor Role: No
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Join Our Mission:
The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

About the Role:
The HRIS Support Specialist provides operational and administrative support for the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and related processes. This role maintains accurate employee data, supports HR system transactions, reporting, user assistance, training, and data integrity across HR platforms. Working closely with HR leadership, the specialist helps improve HR processes, supports system implementations and upgrades, and ensures timely access to accurate HR information. The role also administers travel and expense reimbursement programs by assisting employees, resolving inquiries, ensuring policy compliance, and delivering exceptional customer service. Additional responsibilities include supporting both back-office and employee-facing HR functions as needed.

This role plays a strong commitment to understanding and embracing the Poarch Creek Indians Values of Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate and analyze HR reports, dashboards, and analytics to support business operations, compliance, and decision-making.
• Maintain accurate employee data in the HRIS and process employee lifecycle transactions, including onboarding, offboarding, and status changes.
• Provide HRIS support by troubleshooting system issues and assisting managers and employees with HRIS workflows and self-service tools.
• Support HRIS configurations, system testing, upgrades, implementations, and process documentation.
• Administer user access, security roles, background screening renewals, MVR verifications, and other HR compliance activities.
• Manage the Talent Acquisition dashboard and prepare HR metrics and reports.
• Administer the travel and expense program, including employee support, travel bookings, expense submissions, and policy guidance.
• Review and audit travel requests and expense reports, resolve compliance issues, and coordinate with leadership and travel vendors.
• Collect, analyze, and present HR and travel data using Microsoft Office applications to support operational reporting and process improvements.
• Perform other related duties and provide administrative support for HR operations as assigned.

Core Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field required.
• Five (5) years of HRIS analyst and administration experience, working within cloud-based integrated systems required. Must have previous experience implementing and configuring cloud-based integrated systems.
• Must have previous experience drafting dashboards and presentations using HR metrics to tell clear and compelling stories.
• Must possess Tribal Human Resources Professional (THRP) certification or must obtain within one (1) year of employment.
• Must possess SHRM People Analytics Certification or must obtain within one (1) year of employment.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.

Essential Competencies:

• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proficient with HRIS, travel and expense management systems (e.g., SAP Concur), Microsoft Office, and Windows applications.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong customer service focus.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Adaptable, resourceful, and able to adjust communication style to meet the needs of different audiences.
• Demonstrates integrity, cultural awareness, and respect for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Builds trust through professionalism, sound judgment, and a commitment to organizational values.

Total Rewards Package:
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and voluntary benefits
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Performance bonuses and COLA increases

Preference will be given in accordance with Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.