Top 32 Hris specialist Jobs in Iowa

Information Systems Specialist
Des Moines Public School District —Des Moines, IA
- $71,785 - $85,838 a year
- 8 hour shift
- 5 years
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
6d
Employee Relations Specialist
The Iowa Clinic —West Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Business Administration
10d
Sr. Manager, Core Business Systems
The Mutual Group —Iowa
- $140,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- 5 years
- Office
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
Senior HRIS Analyst (ADP Workforce Now)
Pritchard Auto Company —Clear Lake, IA
- $100,000 - $135,000 a year
- Office
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
4d
Payroll and Tax Compliance Specialist
LifeSkills Connection Inc. —Manning, IA
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Employment & labor law
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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6d
Payroll Specialist
Elite Executive Partners —Sioux City, IA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Human Resources Specialist
Dallas Center - Grimes Schools —Grimes, IA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Office
- Military leave
13d
Benefits Manager
City of Dubuque, IA —Dubuque, IA
- $79,333.07 - $103,692.16 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- HIPAA
- Research
- Dental insurance
3d
HR Specialist
OneroRx —West Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
Employee Relations Specialist
Cottingham & Butler —Dubuque, IA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Continuous improvement
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
Director of HR and Workforce Development
Iowa Primary Care Association —Des Moines, IA
- $115,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Payroll Specialist
PDM —Des Moines, IA
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Payroll Specialist
Cedar Rapids Community School District —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Overtime
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- Office
Senior Compensation Specialist
Casey's —Ankeny, IA
- $75,800 - $99,500 a year
- 6 years
- Office
- Finance
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Human Resources Specialist
UnityPoint Health —Dubuque, IA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- SharePoint
- Front desk
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist - Operations
Versova —Sioux Center, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
3d
Benefits & Payroll Specialist
DES MOINES AREA REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY —Des Moines, IA
- $65,300 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Flexible spending account
Quick Apply
4d
Payroll Specialist
Smartbox —Cedar Falls, IA
- $42,000 - $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Organizational skills
- 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
6d
Benefits & Compliance Specialist
LifeSkills Connection Inc —Manning, IA
- Online Application
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Office
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
Business Support Specialist
OPN Architects —Cedar Rapids, IA
- 5 years
- Research
- Office

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Information Systems Specialist

Des Moines Public School District -
Des Moines, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$71,785 - $85,838 a year
6 days ago

Qualifications

Confidential information handling
ERP systems
Data-driven problem-solving
Managing projects
Productivity software
Cross-functional collaboration
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

TITLE: Information Systems Specialist

CLASSIFICATION: Specialist

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Associate’s degree in human resources, business, or information systems or equivalent combination of education and five years of experience
Work Experience: Three years of experience with information systems
Licensure or Certification: N/A

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholder groups.
Experience working with ERP and HRIS systems.
Effective written and oral communication and presentation techniques.
Data informed decision making and analytical skills.
Strong project and program management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to proactively approach problem-solving and make decisions.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Demonstrates courtesy, tact, and sound judgement in handling sensitive or confidential situations.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Maintain confidentiality.
Attend work on a prompt and regular
Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other

JOB SUMMARY:

The Information System Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate employee records, supporting staffing processes, and optimizing system functionality within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environment. This role serves as a cross-functional resource to Human Resources, Payroll, and Business and Finance by providing data analysis, reporting, and process improvement. This role ensures data accuracy, compliance, and alignment across the full employee lifecycle, while advancing system automation, reporting capabilities, and operational efficiencies. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the district.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Oversee the accuracy, completeness, and maintenance of employee master data, position control, and HR/payroll records within BusinessPLUS, including regular audits and reconciliations.
Process workforce actions including hires, transfers, reassignments, reclasses, and staffing plan changes to ensure accurate system processing and downstream payroll impact.
Assist with updating system tables (e.g., pay tables, calendars, position coding) and manage key annual processes such as fiscal year rollover, step increases, and salary updates.
Coordinate HR/payroll integration including retro pay, contract updates, and pay class changes to ensure accuracy and consistency across pay cycles.
Identify, investigate, and resolve system errors, data discrepancies, and process breakdowns; collaborate with IT to implement system enhancements and data solutions.
Evaluate HRIS and staffing processes and lead initiatives to improve efficiency, automate workflows, and enhance system functionality (e.g., position control, electronic processing).
Prepare and validate internal and external reports (e.g., BEDS, funding reports) and ensure compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.
Respond to employee and stakeholder inquiries; maintain documentation of procedures, business rules, and staffing/payroll practices to ensure consistency and transparency.
Maintain professional learning and growth through professional organizations, seminars, course work, and collaboration.
Other duties, as assigned.

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources

REPORTS TO: Director of Human Resources

HIGHEST LEVEL SUPERVISED: N/A
BARGAINING GROUP: N/A

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

CALENDAR: 12 Month / 8 Hour Day

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Frequent: Sitting, Telephone, Computer.

Occasional: Standing, Walking, Bending/Stooping, Reaching/Pushing, Reaching/Pushing/Pulling, Climbing stairs, Driving, Lifting 20 lbs, carrying 20 feet.

Working Conditions: Frequent Inside

The Des Moines Independent Community School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. If you have questions, concerns or a complaint related to this policy, please contact Carol Wynn-Green, 2100 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321; phone: 515-242-7709; email: [email protected]. Complaints can also be directed to the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, 400 E. 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-1004, (515) 281-4121, or Region VII Office for Civil Rights, Citigroup Center 500 W. Madison Street, Suite 1475 Chicago, IL 60661-4544.

Employee Benefits Information

All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.

Approved By: P. LeBlanc

Date: 8/10/2026

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