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Senior Business Operations Analyst - HRIS

Dudek
United States
Sep 17, 2025
Location(s): Multi-state Practice/Department: Finance Internal Title: Senior Business Operations Analyst (HR) Work Environment: Remote Compensation: $90,000-$120,000 Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater agencies. Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we've been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards. Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience. Learn more about our award-winning culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape. Who You Are As an employee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently. Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation. How You'll Make an Impact The Senior Business Operations Analyst (HR) ensures Dudek's HR systems, including Dayforce (HR, Payroll, WFM), iCIMS, and other HRIS platforms, are optimized to support the full employee lifecycle from recruitment through payroll and workforce management. This role is ideal for someone with deep HRIS/HR tech experience, a strong understanding of HR operations, and the ability to bridge people, processes, and systems. The mission of the Business Operations Group is to remove friction in how work flows by delivering scalable, integrated solutions that empower our Practices and Firmwide Services teams for operational efficiency. Our strategy is about connecting people, processes, and systems, making sure we have standard approaches, trusted data, and prioritized improvements that help the entire organization. Duties and Responsibilities Serve as administrator for Dayforce (HR, Payroll, WFM), iCIMS, and other HR systems, maintaining integrity, accuracy, and compliance. Partner with HR and Finance leadership to optimize workflows for recruiting, onboarding, performance, benefits, and payroll. Ensure HR data is accurate, consistent, and available for reporting and compliance needs. Lead HR system-related change management, including upgrades, process improvements, and integrations with Finance and Operations. Build and maintain dashboards and reporting to support workforce planning, compliance, and talent management strategies. Provide training and support for HR teams and managers to increase system adoption and confidence. Act as escalation point for complex HR system issues, delivering timely resolutions and proactive system improvements. Stay current on HR compliance requirements and ensure systems support accurate reporting and audits. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent experience. 7+ years of experience supporting and improving business systems Hands-on administrator experience with Dayforce (HR, Payroll, WFM) is required. Hands on experience with iCIMS or comparable platforms strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of HR processes including payroll, benefits, compliance, and talent management. Demonstrated ability to implement process improvements and drive user adoption. Proficiency in reporting and analytics, with ability to generate actionable workforce insights. Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Familiarity with compliance and reporting requirements for HR/payroll. Experience with Microsoft tools, including Excel and PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Information Systems, or a related field. 10+ years of experience supporting, administering, and optimizing business systems within the environmental consulting, engineering, or professional services industry. Relevant certifications such asProject Management Professional (PMP), or Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP). Compensation: $90,000-$120,000 annually* *Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual's related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment. Working ConditionsEnvironment This job operates in a remote or office-based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following: Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting. Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc. Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair and equitable processes, based on merit, free from any discrimination. Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek's operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek's commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action. Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization.