Specialist, HR Automation & AI

We are looking for a driven and innovative Senior Specialist HR Automation & AI to join our HR Operations & Technology PMO aligned this role you will help transform how HR work gets done by applying process redesign automation and AI to core HR processes.

You will work hands-on to map and analyze current HR processes identify high value automation and AI opportunities and design intelligent workflows and agents that improve efficiency accuracy and the employee experience. This role operates within established data compliance governance and change management guardrails ensuring responsible and sustainable innovation across HR.

In this role...

You will do hands-on Automation & AI Development within HR

• Support the hands-on configuration deployment documentation and maintenance of automation and AI-enabled solutions
• Contribute to the design and implementation of intelligent agents and workflows ensuring reliability scalability and explainability
• Monitor solution performance and recommend enhancements to improve effectiveness over time

You will contribute to the FutureState & Solution Design within HR

• Contribute to the design of futurestate HR processes and ways of working that embed automation and AI responsibly
• Ensure solutions improve efficiency accuracy and user experience while aligning with HR policies and business needs

You will be responsible for Process Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Map and analyze HR operational processes to identify inefficiencies variation and opportunities for automation or AI enablement
• Apply structured improvement methodologies (e.g. process mapping lean principles design thinking) to redesign workflows and standard work
• Translate complex HR processes into simplified scalable solutions

You will support Project & Change Execution

• Lead or support small to mediumscale automation and AI initiatives from concept through deployment and adoption
• Partner closely with HR HR Technology IT and change stakeholders to support successful implementation and adoption
• Support change management activities including impact analysis stakeholder engagement and adoption tracking

You will Collaborate and Partner...

• Partner with functional HR teams to understand business needs and identify opportunities to apply automation and AI
• Contribute to larger initiatives and crossHR projects where automation or AI capabilities can add value

What You Will Need To Succeed...

• 35 years of relevant experience in process improvement systems analysis automation HR technology or transformation roles with some experience in AI and Agent Building
• You have experience working with HR processes and an understanding of HR services and employee lifecycle fundamentals
• You have handson experience applying automation and/or AI thoughtfully in a business context particularly where data sensitivity and human judgment are required
• You have experience with building configuring or leveraging automation or AIenabled tools (e.g. lowcode/nocode platforms RPA workflow tools AI copilots or integrations)
• Your Location: We are looking for someone driving distance to our HQ in Westbrook Maine where we offer a flexible hybrid requirement of only 8 days per month on-site. Alternatively we are open to considering those in NH or MA if you are willing to come on-site but perhaps less often.
• You have strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and priorities in parallel
• You have a collaborative mindset and passion for using technology to solve real business problems
• You have strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex processes into simple effective solutions
• You have a Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• You have led medium-complexity automation and AI initiatives end-to-end (analysis through deployment and continuous improvement) partnering cross-functionally with HR and IT while contributing to evolving best practices.

What you can expect from us:
Base annual salary target: $100000 - $115000 (yes we do have flexibility if needed)
Opportunity for annual cash bonus
Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day-One
5% matching 401k
Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support pet insurance mental health resources volunteer paid days off employee stock program foundation donation matching and much more!

Why IDEXX

Were proud of the work we do because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy to ensure safe drinking water for billions and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from diseases. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10000 talented people.

So what does that mean for you We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX you will be supported by competitive compensation incentives and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Lets pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women people of color LGBTQ individuals people with disabilities members of ethnic minorities foreign-born residents and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race color creed sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age religion national origin citizenship status disability ancestry marital status veteran status medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local state or federal laws.

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