About The Kennedy Center
"I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit." - President John F. Kennedy
The Kennedy Center is the nation's cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.
At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.
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Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts.
Why Join Us
We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all full-time employees including:
- Staff offers for discount tickets
- Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment)
- Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
- Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA)
- Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA
- Flexible work arrangements
- We like to have fun! Check out the staff video!
Job Description
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts strives to deliver efficient and effective technology solutions across a wide range of disciplines and departments. Our success is largely dependent on the stellar ability of the Human Resources and Information Technology teams. We're currently searching for an experienced Senior Project Manager, HRIS to join our team.
The ideal candidate should also have experience implementing and project managing HRIS systems (UKG is preferred) and proven ability to strategize and implement high-level program and project initiatives. The Senior Project Manager, HRIS must have a strong talent for project coordination and delegation and remain at the forefront of industry trends and practices. The Senior Project Manager, HRIS will be able to motivate and lead teams of diverse individuals with a variety of experience levels and skill sets and ultimately nurture program success from inception to completion to system ownership.
Objectives of this role:
The position is responsible for engaging with and managing stakeholders across the enterprise to gain a strong understanding of the Kennedy Center's HRIS business needs in partnership with IT and how software and technology can enable and improve Kennedy Center operations to deliver high quality HRIS solutions. This position requires hands-on experience in all aspects of HRIS program management. The Senior Project Manager, HRIS must be proficient in building and leading HR organizational applications and systems such as Payroll, Workforce Management, Recruiting, Onboarding, Compensation, Performance Management, and Document Management. The Senior Project Manager, HRIS will also be expected to:
- Strategize, implement, and maintain program initiatives that adhere to KC organizational objectives
- Develop program assessment protocols for evaluation and improvement
- Maintain organizational standards of satisfaction, quality, and performance
- Collaborate with teams to define & enforce data hygiene practices
Key Responsibilities
The Senior Project Manager, HRIS will be responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the Kennedy Center's Human Resource Information System (HRIS) powered by the UKG platform, ensuring smooth data management, system updates, user access control, and overall system functionality across all HR functions within the organization; essentially acting as the primary administrator for the UKG HR system.
- System Implementation and Upgrades - Overseeing the implementation of new UKG features, updates, and system upgrades, ensuring seamless transition and training for users
- System Administration - Managing user access, security settings, data integrity, and system configurations within the UKG HRIS platform
- Data Management - Maintaining accurate employee data, including personal details, employment history, performance reviews, benefits selections, and time and attendance records
- Reporting and Analytics - Generating reports and dashboards to analyze workforce trends, identify insights, and inform strategic HR decisions
- Troubleshooting - Identifying and resolving system issues, data discrepancies, and user errors within the UKG HRIS
- User Training - Providing training and support to HR staff on how to effectively utilize the UKG HRIS system features and functionalities
- Compliance Management - Ensuring the UKG HRIS system adheres to relevant labor laws and regulations regarding data privacy and security
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) preferably in a HR business-related field. At least 5-10 years of experience in HRIS management. 3+ years' experience with project management and delivery.
- Experience working within a highly complex organization as a HRIS manager and enterprise IT environments
- Project Management experience preferred
- Outstanding knowledge of change management principles
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present data and systems management information to a non-technical audience
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Detail-oriented and able to perform in a high-pressure environment
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office