Senior Human Resources Specialist

Job Posting Title: Senior Human Resources Specialist ---- Hiring Department: Dell Medical School ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: AUSTIN, TX ---- Job Details: PURPOSE The Senior Human Resources Specialist supports and enhances HR services and operations within Dell Medical School by maintaining and analyzing business and workforce processes and metrics. This role requires a deep understanding of healthcare regulations, academic structures, and the unique workforce dynamics present in a medical environment. The position ensures process and operational between college and department-level transactions, while also providing strategic HR support and guidance. RESPONSIBILITIES HCM Data, Transactions & Reporting Develops and maintains accurate employee and workforce data within the Human Capital Management System (HCM), including processing employee transactions in compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and requirements. Creates, maintains, audits, and distributes workforce reports for internal, institutional, and external purposes to support decision-making, problem identification, and business case development. Reviews HCM databases and reporting outputs to ensure data integrity and adherence to internal controls. Gathers, compiles, and validates workforce data for third-party surveys and other reporting requirements. HR Operations, Policies & Process Improvement Develops, reviews, revises, and implements HR policies, procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and administrative processes. Conducts qualitative and quantitative analysis of HR functions, programs, and procedures to evaluate effectiveness, identify issues, and recommend improvements. Monitors HR and administrative management programs and recommends solutions to operational or process challenges. Adheres to established internal controls and reporting structures. HR Consultation, Employee & Management Support Serves as a resource to employees and management regarding HR policies, procedures, programs, and training. Provides advice and counsel to employees and management on HR issues, rules, policies, and procedures. Coaches, develops, and consults with employees, team members, and management. Supports talent-related activities, including making recommendations regarding the selection of job candidates. Communications, Change Management & Organizational Support Develops and coordinates employee communications, including intranet content, information guides, and other HR materials. Supports organizational change initiatives by developing goals and strategies, communicating change objectives, and serving as a change agent. Facilitates meetings, events, and other activities supporting HR programs and organizational initiatives. Projects, Leadership & Professional Development Participates on project teams and completes special projects as assigned by leadership. Serves as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to HR colleagues and supports the professional development of team members. Maintains required continuing education and skills competencies while supporting departmental and organizational goals. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in business or related field At least 3 year(s) of experience in performing business analysis and reporting in human resources in a hospital, health system, academic medical center, or health-related institution. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Human Resources or payroll experience at UT Austin and familiarity with policies, procedures, and University systems. Experience with Workday data entry related to hiring, terminations, leaves, transfer, or promotions. Experience working in a start-up environment. Experience in a fast-paced HR office.  . SALARY RANGE $60,000 + depending on qualifications According to Executive Order No. GA-48 of the State of Texas: for all positions that research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), Business and Commerce Code, it is required that both candidates for employment and employees have the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. Working Conditions: This is a full-time position; hybrid work is expected with limited on-site work. Standard office environment and equipment. Requires occasional travel to local, state, and national meetings. Required Materials Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest Important   for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:  You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:  As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application quest