Manager of People Technology (HRIS)

UW Credit Union is hiring a Manager of People Technology to lead the strategy implementation and ongoing evolution of our People systems. In this influential role youll provide leadership to a talented team responsible for ensuring the tools and systems supporting the employee lifecycle are intuitive scalable and aligned with UWCUs people-first culture. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the digital employee experience and advance the way our People Tech Team delivers value across the organization.

A day in the life of the Manager of People Technology might include coaching a team member through a technical system enhancement collaborating with stakeholders on a roadmap for a new performance management platform analyzing vendor demo feedback or translating organizational needs into system configurations that streamline workflows and improve data visibility. Youll balance strategic vision with hands-on problem solving operating as both a people leader and a functional expert. If youre energized by building cross-functional partnerships guiding systems change and leading a team through complexity this role is for you.

This is a hybrid position based in Madison WI.

As the Manager of People Technology you will:

• Lead coach and develop a collaborative HRIS team fostering a culture of growth ownership and solution-oriented thinking.
• Oversee UW Credit Unions People Technology ecosystem including systems supporting HR Talent Learning & Development Total Rewards and People Experienceensuring alignment with strategic and operational goals.
• Serve as the primary business owner of core People systems (currently UKG for timekeeping payroll and benefits) ensuring system integrity continuous improvement and long-term scalability.
• Drive system implementation and optimization efforts from planning and configuration through launch training change management and ongoing supportparticularly as we transition to new Learning Performance and Compensation platforms.
• Establish and lead strong partnerships across the People Tech Team Technology Solutions and vendors to gather requirements prioritize enhancements and drive projects forward with clarity and accountability.
• Manage vendor relationships and system contracts including participating in RFP processes evaluating vendors and facilitating demos and stakeholder feedback.
• Ensure data quality and governance overseeing data audits system security and access controls while supporting compliance with legal regulatory and organizational policies.
• Advance data reporting and analytics capabilities enabling leaders to make informed people decisions through accessible accurate and insightful dashboards and reports.
• Champion the digital employee experience identifying opportunities to streamline processes reduce administrative burden and create user-friendly experiences across the employee lifecycle.
• Serve as a change leader for key cross-functional initiatives ensuring timely communication stakeholder engagement and user adoption throughout system changes or upgrades.
• Collaborate closely with peers in Total Rewards Talent Learning & Development and DEIB to integrate technology into broader People strategies and processes in a way that amplifies impact and equity.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience working with HRIS or People technology systems
• 2 years of experience leading people projects or cross-functional initiatives
• Strong background in system administration vendor management or business analysis
• Proven ability to coach develop and empower others
• Excellent communication relationship-building and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience implementing or optimizing HR technologies (e.g. Learning Performance Compensation Talent Management platforms)
• Expertise with UKG Pro or similar HRIS platforms
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum practices
• Demonstrated ability to drive change and manage competing priorities
• Experience supporting HR or People Operations in mid-to-large sized organizations

Why work for UW Credit Union

Join one of Wisconsins premier financial institutions a National Top Workplace and multi-year recipient of Madison Magazines Best Places to Work Wisconsin State Journals Top Workplaces and Milwaukee Journal Sentinels Top Workplaces to receive:

• 21.5 days of annual time off (accrued per pay period)
• 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
• 2.5 weeks paid new child parental leave
• 2 days paid volunteer time
• 10 paid holidays (including your birthday!)
• 401k company match of up to 5% plus approximately 4% discretionary match
• Variable bonus reward
• Competitive Medical Dental and Vision plans including domestic partner eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

UW Credit Union is dedicated to cultivating a workplace that fosters a sense of belonging for all individuals and proudly upholds the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We highly value the unique perspectives and qualities that each person brings to our organization. Our recruitment hiring development and promotion processes are based on an individuals qualifications and demonstrated abilities. Our policy is to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information or any other characteristics protected by federal state or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please email.