Job description
Location(s): Multi-state
Practice/Department: Finance
Internal Title: Business Operations Analyst (HR)
Work Environment: Remote
Compensation: $33.65-$40.87 hourly*
Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.
Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.
Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.
Learn more about our award-winning culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.
Who You Are
As an employee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently.
Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation.
How You’ll Make an Impact
The Business Operations Analyst (HR) helps maintain and improve Dudek’s HRIS systems, including Dayforce (HR, Payroll, WFM), iCIMS, and related tools.
This role is ideal for someone who has experience with HR technology, enjoys troubleshooting, and wants to build skills in system administration and process improvement while working closely with HR and Finance teams.
You’ll play a key role in supporting business operations by ensuring our systems run smoothly, our data is accurate, and our teams have the tools they need.
The mission of the Business Operations Group is to remove friction in how work flows by delivering scalable, integrated solutions that empower our Practices and Firmwide Services teams for operational efficiency. Our strategy is about connecting people, processes, and systems, making sure we have standard approaches, trusted data, and prioritized improvements that help the entire organization.
Duties and Responsibilities
Support the administration of HR systems (Dayforce, iCIMS, and others) by maintaining data accuracy, running reports, and assisting with user access and troubleshooting.
Partner with HR and Finance teams to improve day-to-day workflows such as recruiting, onboarding, payroll, and benefits processing.
Generate and maintain routine reports and dashboards to help with compliance and workforce tracking.
Assist with HR system updates, testing, and small process improvement projects.
Provide first-line support and training for HR staff and managers on system use.
Use sound judgement to escalate complex issues to senior staff as needed.
Stay current on HR compliance basics and help ensure reporting needs are met.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Good communication and customer service skills for supporting internal teams.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and comfort learning new reporting tools.
Working knowledge of HR processes such as payroll, benefits, and recruiting.
Experience with Dayforce (HR, Payroll, WFM) preferred; exposure to iCIMS or similar platforms a plus.
2–4 years of experience working with HR systems or HR operations.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
Relevant certifications
Compensation: $33.65-$40.87
*Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.
Working Conditions Environment
- This job operates in a remote or office-based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following:
- Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting.
- Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc.
- Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair and equitable processes, based on merit, free from any discrimination.
Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek’s operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status)in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek’s commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action.
Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization.
