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HCM Data Management Analyst
The City of Red Deer
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Posted Oct 19
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Job Description About Red Deer: Red Deer sits at the heart of Central Alberta along the QEII corridor, perfectly positioned between Calgary and Edmonton. With more than 100,000 residents and a regional reach of over 300,000, it’s a growing hub for business, services, and opportunity. Here, big-city amenities meet small-city ease. Enjoy abundant parks and trails, vibrant arts and culture, excellent recreation and education, and a strong sense of community. With easy access to lakes, outdoor adventures, and the mountains, plus a thriving economy and high quality of life, Red Deer is an inviting place to live, work, and grow. About The City of Red Deer Municipal Government: The City of Red Deer is a dynamic municipal organization with a $480M operating budget, a $60M capital program, and a workforce of nearly 1,700 employees. It is focused on growing with purpose by attracting talented, community-minded people who want to make a difference. Guided by the vision “Our City, One Voice,” Red Deer is building a thriving, inclusive, and connected community, with priorities centered on a vibrant economy, community wellbeing, and strong engagement. At its core, the City values its people, embracing diverse perspectives and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and shared success. The Opportunity: The City of Red Deer is currently recruiting for a HCM Data Management Analyst to fill a Regular (permanent) Full-time position. The HRIS - Data Analyst provides support for the administration, maintenance, reporting, and continuous improvement of The City’s Human Resources Information System (HRIS) systems and workforce data processes. The role supports the department with data entry, data integrity, reporting and analytics, system and process optimization, and stakeholder training while delivering actionable workforce insights that support operational, strategic, and legislative requirements. The position works collaboratively with the HR Systems Specialists, to provide accurate workforce information to support operational and legislative requirements. The position works collaboratively across departments to support HR processes, system-related initiatives, and day-to-day operational needs. Top Key Responsibilities: Provide day-to-day support and administration of the HRIS, including data maintenance, system troubleshooting, user support, and ensuring data integrity and security. Develop, maintain, and analyze HR data reports and dashboards to support decision-making across workforce planning, budgeting, and operations. Monitor and audit HR and payroll data for accuracy, consistency, and completeness, and reconcile discrepancies across systems. Identify and implement process improvements related to HR systems, reporting, and data management, supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with HR, IT, Finance, and other stakeholders to deliver reporting solutions, provide system training, and support strategic and operational initiatives. As our preferred candidate, you will have: Diploma or degree in: Business Administration, Human Resources, Information Systems, Data Analytics or a related field *Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. 3 years of progressively responsible experience in HRIS payroll administration, workforce analytics and reporting, business intelligence. Experience in a municipal, public sector, unionized, or regulated environment is considered an asset. Strong understanding of payroll processes, systems and workforce data structures Strong proficiency in: Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data validation) Power BI, Tableau or similar visualization tools SQL or database querying would be an asset. Experience working with HRIS systems such as Oracle HCM, Workday would be considered an asset. Knowledge of collective agreements and unionized workforce environments would be an asset. Experience supporting system implementations or upgrades would be an asset. Understanding of data governance, privacy legislation, and records management practices. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and data accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Understanding of confidentiality requirements related to employee information. Affiliation: Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 417 Status: Regular Full-time Remuneration: $41.28 to $43.45 per hour. Hours of Work: 75 hours biweekly, Monday to Friday; some evening and weekend work may be required when needed. Additional Information: This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found. The City of Red Deer does not permit the use of unauthorized internet resources or Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools (for example, Copilot, ChatGPT or any other form of AI) during interviews or any supervised or timed assessments. Any violation may be investigated and result in serious consequences, including the rejection of your application. We thank you for your application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are a municipal government, eager to meet tomorrow's challenges. Our employees are the cornerstone of our organization. We are always seeking creative and skilled individuals with the ability and desire to lead in our dynamic workplace. Each of our employees brings diverse experiences and perspectives, as well as unique skills and talents to the job. Our diverse employee base ensures an environment where individual, team, and organizational successes are embraced and celebrated. We strive to ensure a supportive and respectful work environment for all. Employees are treated fairly and have equal opportunity within the organization to thrive and attain their highest potential. We welcome your application and look forward to discussing how The City of Red Deer can become your next career choice. Job Info Job Identification 10371 Job Category Human Resources Posting Date 10/19/2026 Apply Before 11/16/2026 Locations Intermediate School Level 200 (On-site) Pay Range $41.28 to $43.45 per hour Facility Intermediate School