Director of HR Information Systems

Director of Human Resources Information Systems

Location: New Bedford
Education/Experience: Minimum of Bachelor's in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration or related field and 3+ years of progressive experience in HRIS.
Pay Range: $70,000 - $90,000 a year
Status: Full Time; Monday to Friday
Shift: Day

Benefits

• Medical Insurance 
• Dental Insurance 
• Vision Insurance 
• Long & short term disability
• Discounted auto/home and renters insurance 
• 403b - Retirement
• FSA & DSA
• PMLA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonuses & Referral
• Eligibility for free classes to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery Coach
• Education days to use towards CEU's
• Free meals at select programs and when available
• Unmatched Leave Time (FT employees can earn up to 3 weeks in first year)

Position Summary

The Director of HRIS is a strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing the organization’s Human Resources Information Systems, including core HR platforms (e.g., UKG), Learning Management Systems (Relias), and related technology. This role is pivotal in driving HR digital transformation, ensuring system integrity, compliance, and aligning technology solutions with the mission of delivering high-quality behavioral health services.

This individual will collaborate closely with HR, IT, Finance, Compliance, and clinical leadership to support data-driven decision-making and optimize the employee lifecycle from onboarding through offboarding.

About Us

High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency whose mission is to treat and prevent substance use disorders and mental illness. High Point has programs located throughout Southeastern Massachusetts offering a full continuum of care for substance use and mental health treatment, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Programs and services also assist survivors of abuse, violence, and families experiencing homelessness. High Point believes that everyone has inherent goodness, worth, and dignity. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life. 

Director of Human Resources Information Systems Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & System Oversight:

• Develop and execute the HRIS strategy aligned with organizational goals, workforce priorities, and compliance needs in behavioral health.
• Oversee the implementation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of HRIS platforms (e.g., UKG), LMS (e.g., Relias), performance management systems, and payroll/timekeeping integrations.
• Lead system selection, upgrades, and vendor partnerships to ensure technology supports growth, compliance, and efficiency.
• Serve as the key liaison between HR, IT, and system vendors to ensure seamless system operations.

Team & Project Management:

• Manage and provide functional leadership across projects involving HR technology.
• Lead cross-functional project teams to implement system improvements or new technology initiatives.
• Ensure timely and accurate execution of system changes, upgrades, and reporting requests.

Compliance, Data Integrity & Reporting:

• Ensure all HRIS processes and data meet healthcare regulatory requirements, including HIPAA, ACA, EEOC, FMLA, and other labor and industry-specific laws.
• Oversee the development and delivery of HR dashboards and analytics that inform executive decision-making on workforce trends, retention, training compliance, and staffing.
• Establish data governance standards, audit protocols, and controls to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and confidentiality.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in HRIS,
• Strong experience with UKG or similar enterprise HRIS platforms.
• Proven track record in HRIS strategy, system implementation, and cross-departmental leadership.
• Experience in healthcare or behavioral health environment, with knowledge of HIPAA and compliance practices.
• Exceptional project management, data analysis, and change management skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with Learning Management Systems.
• Certification in HR technology (e.g., PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP, PMP, or HRIP).

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced environment requiring discretion with highly sensitive information.
• Collaborates across departments and levels to lead HR technology initiatives.
• Occasional travel to other sites.