Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Manager

Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:

· Service · Professionalism · Integrity · Respect · Individual accountability · Trust

By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We’re always looking to improve. That’s the Clackamas County SPIRIT.

Clackamas County Core Values

Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring.
We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

This position will remain open until filled. The first application review will be Monday, January 12, 2026. Apply by January 11th for full consideration. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any time on or after that date.

First interviews will be held the week of February 2nd, and the target start date is no later than March 9th.

Annual Pay Range: $116,470.04 - $157,234.07

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.

Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee’s date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 16 hours of vacation accrual per month
  • Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with EPP 66 - Vacation Leave! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.
• 8 hours of sick accrual per month
• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):
  • Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee’s share of the retirement contribution.)
  • OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65
• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• A Choice of Dental Plans
• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes
• Longevity pay
• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)

This is a full time non-represented group 2 County position

Non-Represented Group 2 Full Time Benefits

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Come join a great team, the HR team at Clackamas County and make a positive difference through the work we do!

Clackamas County Department of Human Resources is seeking a highly skilled and motivated HR Information Systems (HRIS) Manager to support strategic initiatives and enhance HR operations through system optimization, data-driven insights and process improvements.

The HRIS Manager leads and directs all HRIS operations and team members, partnering with internal and external stakeholders to identify business needs and support countywide programs and initiatives. This position is responsible for the ongoing maintenance and support of PeopleSoft HCM and other ERP systems, as well as overseeing employee data transactions.

The HRIS team is composed of four (4) HR Business Systems Analysts and two (2) HR Specialists. The purpose of the HRIS program is to provide systems management, business process improvements, reports, analytics, and education services to Human Resources, County departments, and employees so they can understand and use HR systems and data to make informed decisions and achieve their strategic results.

The ideal candidate will have a strong HRIS background, a vision for innovation and improvement, with leadership/ management experience, and a proven track record of successful project management as well as:

• Experience problem-solving business issues, including leading business requirement gathering, identifying and analyzing issues as well as recommending and implementing solutions for internal stakeholders.
• Strong working knowledge and experience with HRIS systems, including implementation and supporting HCM system modules, such as recruiting, benefits, classification & compensation, performance management, workforce planning, and/or core HR workforce administration.
• Results-driven professional who can manage priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Project management experience, including building project plans, creating project scope and timeline, managing implementation & meeting deliverables within the timeline.
• Ability to use software tools to generate user, statistical, and audit reports and queries.
• Skill to conduct software system analysis to recommend appropriate business process changes to minimize application customizations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain and present complex, technical information to individuals with various levels of technical knowledge and skill.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills to facilitate effective working relationships.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• A minimum of seven (7) years of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position.
• At least two (2) years of leadership/ management experience in an HRIS role.
• Experience problem-solving business issues, including leading business requirement gathering, identifying, and analyzing issues as well as recommending and implementing solutions for internal stakeholders.
• Experience supporting HRIS systems.
• Project management experience.
• Experience and working knowledge of intermediate-level Excel spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of human resources.

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Experience working in the public sector.
• Experience working in a union environment.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy
• For Veterans qualified for Veteran’s Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

1. Sets and recommends direction and philosophy for the HRIS division operations whose services and functions influence and impact the County’s business needs, organizational design and workforce; ensures philosophy and direction support the County’s overall organizational and workforce priorities, and remain in compliance with employment laws and regulations.
2. Develops and designs at a strategic planning level county-wide HRIS functions and services; utilizes significant level of flexibility and latitude to set strategic design and recommendations to meet the County’s overall organization needs; evaluates, determines, configures and recommends structure and scope of services provided; sets and makes recommendations to deliver services to the county-wide workforce; researches and operates within best practices.
3. Provides ongoing and independent partnership and business consultation to County Administration and HR Director; formulates strategies to address needs, provides recommendations and consults with HR Director; presents outcomes and direction to Executive Management Team.
4. Negotiates and administers various contracts, typically longer termed, for external software needs/ services.
5. Oversees, plans, assigns, schedules and directs the activities of the HRIS operations in accordance with HR department’s business plan; develops and implements policies, priorities, business practices, and the utilization of resources in order to accomplish goals and objectives mandated by law, county policy, and the priorities determined by HR Director; conducts monitoring, auditing, and reporting of services to ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, and County policies; evaluates the quality and effectiveness of operations; analyzes trends and gaps, and prepares findings and recommendations to address deficiencies; redistributes available resources to meet changing needs; coordinates activities with other HR divisions, county departments, and outside agencies to ensure compliance with established policies, objectives, priorities and applicable laws, rules and regulations.
6. Develops and manages annual and supplemental budgets, and accounting records for HRIS division.
7. Develops, recommends, implements and monitors policies, procedures and guidelines for HRIS functions impacting the County, HR Department, for conformance with HR department and legal standards; reviews, interprets and clarifies relevant statutes, regulations, collective bargaining agreements and department policies; analyzes legislation and regulations to determine effect on HR program and services; interprets labor contracts to represented employee and department managers; may provide staff support/subject matter expertise regarding HRIS operations in labor contract negotiations and arbitration.
8. Hires and supervises professional and administrative support staff to provide quality service to county staff; prepares and conducts performance evaluations; responds to and resolve disputes, grievances, and safety concerns; recommends and administers progressive discipline; conducts and/or facilitates staff training and development programs; promotes cooperative team efforts among staff and with other County departments.
9. Provides direction to staff on complex technical or procedural issues; plans and participates in complex activities within HRIS and HR Department operations; provides leadership in facilitation, consensus building and collaboration on a broad range of issues with a variety of stakeholders, including employees, peers, executive management and elected officials.
10. Represents HR department and the County by participating in internal or external committees and task forces; provides expert human resources consultation to County executives, managers, and elected officials.
11. Serves on department’s management team as a principal advisor of the HRIS division of operations; provides input and influence regarding department’s strategic planning, review and budgeting activities.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Thorough knowledge of: Principles and practices of human resources and personnel administration; principles, practices and procedures related to human resources functional area; principles and practices of public administration; participative management theories; operations, services, and activities of human resource information systems; methods of data generation, data collection, and database management; methods and techniques of statistical research and analysis; applicable Federal, State and local human resource and EEO laws and case law, rules, regulations, codes and ordinances related to functional area; principles of public administration, including budgeting and personnel management; principles and techniques of financial reporting and record keeping; County government organization and operations; principles and techniques of supervision.

Skill to: Collect, compile and analyze complex information; analyze and resolve problems; prepare clear and concise reports; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; prepare and deliver oral presentations before groups of people; investigate, interview and mediate complaints and concerns; effectively recommend compromises and settlements; direct staff in continuous efforts to improve quality productivity and effectiveness; incorporate collaborative team participation in decision making; respond to changes desired by citizens and County staff; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with employees, applicants, union officials and the public; facilitate group process; interpret, explain and apply laws, regulations and policies; integrate data from diverse sources and development and implement innovative and comprehensive solutions; operate computer software and other office equipment.

This position is included in the County’s alternate workweek program, working 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off). Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the Clackamas County Teleworking Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.

Please note: While this position is eligible for hybrid work, the selected incumbent will be on-site for at least the first six (6) months during onboarding and training.

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

As an internal service department, the Department of Human Resources (HR) provides consultative services and the infrastructure that sustains County department customers. HR acts as a strategic partner to provide comprehensive, timely and progressive employment practices and services to support the departments' missions, which are carried out by County employees.

The Department of HR consists of eight primary program areas - Office of the Director/Administrative Services, Human Resources Information Systems, Recruitment and Selection, Classification and Compensation, Benefits and Leave Administration, Employee Engagement and Development, Risk and Safety Management, and Employee and Labor Relations.

The Mission of the Department of Human Resources (HR) is to provide employment services, benefits and wellness, risk management and workforce planning to County Departments and Agencies so they can have the resources they need to provide high quality services and achieve their strategic results.

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Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

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Help with the Application

If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or e-mail us. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

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VISA SPONSORSHIP

Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

Kevin Aguilar, Recruiter
KAguilar@clackamas.us