George Mason University
Director of HR Systems, Data, & AI Strategy
George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032
Director of HR Systems, Data, & AI Strategy
Department:
Human Resources
Classification:
Administrative Faculty
Job Category:
Administrative or Professional Faculty
Job Type:
Full-Time
Work Schedule:
Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location:
Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type:
Hybrid Eligible
Sponsorship Eligibility:
Not eligible for visa sponsorship
Salary:
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check:
Yes
About The Department The Human Resources division supports the university by designing and implementing people-centered policies, systems, and programs that enhance the employee experience and improve operational effectiveness. The unit promotes a culture of data-driven decision-making, continuous improvement, and strategic enablement.
About The Position The Director, HR Systems, Data, & AI Strategy leads the strategic planning, implementation, governance, and continuous improvement of enterprise human resource information systems (HRIS) and HR data management functions. This position ensures the effective and secure use of HR technologies to support talent management, compliance, and business operations.
This Role Oversees Two Core Teams HRIS Team: Responsible for system strategy, administration, configuration, integrations, reporting, and enhancements.
HR Data Management Team: Responsible for all personnel data entry into internal and external systems, benefits deductions and data entry audits, and ensuring compliance with strict parameters for HR data usage and access.
The Director also leads HR’s audit and reconciliation functions, ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and compliance across all HR systems. Additionally, they guide the implementation of an HR AI strategy, identifying opportunities to use AI to enhance HR service delivery, working in partnership with other HR areas to design, pilot, and deploy solutions.
This position serves as a primary liaison to IT, institutional data governance bodies, and external technology vendors.
Responsibilities HRIS Strategy and Systems Management
Leads the design, implementation, and optimization of scalable enterprise HR systems, including HCM and related HR technology platforms, to ensure alignment with business needs in workforce administration, talent acquisition, performance management, learning, and compensation
Serves as product owner for ERP and third-party solutions, including vendor management and lifecycle planning
Manages system configuration, upgrades, integrations, and workflow enhancements in partnership with IT and HR stakeholders
Acts as the HR Risk and Security Officer for HR systems, ensuring compliance with institutional, state, and federal data security standards
Oversees access management protocols, monitors system security risks, and collaborates with IT security teams to mitigate vulnerabilities
Establishes policies and controls that protect sensitive personnel data and maintain audit readiness
Team Leadership and Supervision
Supervises and develops staff in HRIS and HR Data Management teams, as well as audit/reconciliation functions
Defines objectives, monitors progress, and provides coaching and professional development
Fosters a culture of service excellence, collaboration, and innovation within the team
Data Management, Governance, and Integrity
Ensures accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of people data entry into internal and external systems
Oversees audits and reconciliations for benefits deductions, payroll data, and system records
Enforces data governance policies, access controls, and usage guidelines to safeguard HR data
AI Strategy and Technology Innovation
Partners with HR functional leaders to identify AI‑enabled opportunities to enhance service delivery, automate routine processes, and improve employee experience
Oversees the implementation and integration of AI tools for enhanced HR service delivery, support, and other applicable functions
Reporting, Analytics, and Insights
Leads design and automation of standard and ad hoc HR reports and dashboards
Uses workforce analytics to support strategic decision‑making, compliance, and predictive insights
Training, Support, and Change Management
Provides training and support to HR and university users on HR systems and data governance
Leads change management initiatives for system rollouts and enhancements
Assesses system performance and resolves end‑user challenges with a service mindset
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Significant progressively responsible HRIS experience, including system administration, reporting, and project leadership (typically seven or more years)
Experience managing confidential data, audits, and complex reporting requirements
Experience leading cross‑functional initiatives and teams
Knowledge of ERP/HRIS systems functionality and configuration (e.g., Banner, Workday, Oracle)
Skill in data governance, audit, and reconciliation processes, and data quality assurance
Ability to lead multi‑team operations, balancing technology, data management, and compliance
Ability to lead cross‑functional AI and technology adoption initiatives
Skill in project management and lifecycle systems implementation
Ability to analyze complex business processes and translate them into effective technology solutions
Demonstrated skill in SQL reporting, data integration, and advanced Excel techniques
Ability to supervise technical and professional teams, manage priorities, and deliver complex projects
Strong communication skills and ability to present technical information to non‑technical stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in related field
Certification in systems or project management (e.g., Workday Pro, PMP, SHRM‑SCP)
Extensive professional experience in HR technology and data governance leadership roles within higher education or large, complex organizations (typically ten or more years)
Experience implementing or upgrading ERP systems in large organizations
Experience with vendor negotiation, data governance frameworks, and compliance regulations (e.g., GDPR, VITA standards)
Experience implementing or managing AI‑enabled tools in an HR or service environment
Knowledge of higher education or large public sector HR systems
Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI); and
Project management experience
Instructions To Applicants For full consideration, applicants must apply for the
Director of HR Systems, Data, & AI Strategy
at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent and Resume for review.
Posting Open Date:
November 3, 2025
For Full Consideration, Apply by:
November 17, 2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Equity Statement George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Campus Safety Information Mason’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/
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Human Resources
Classification:
Administrative Faculty
Job Category:
Administrative or Professional Faculty
Job Type:
Full-Time
Work Schedule:
Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location:
Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type:
Hybrid Eligible
Sponsorship Eligibility:
Not eligible for visa sponsorship
Salary:
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check:
Yes
About The Department The Human Resources division supports the university by designing and implementing people-centered policies, systems, and programs that enhance the employee experience and improve operational effectiveness. The unit promotes a culture of data-driven decision-making, continuous improvement, and strategic enablement.
About The Position The Director, HR Systems, Data, & AI Strategy leads the strategic planning, implementation, governance, and continuous improvement of enterprise human resource information systems (HRIS) and HR data management functions. This position ensures the effective and secure use of HR technologies to support talent management, compliance, and business operations.
This Role Oversees Two Core Teams HRIS Team: Responsible for system strategy, administration, configuration, integrations, reporting, and enhancements.
HR Data Management Team: Responsible for all personnel data entry into internal and external systems, benefits deductions and data entry audits, and ensuring compliance with strict parameters for HR data usage and access.
The Director also leads HR’s audit and reconciliation functions, ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and compliance across all HR systems. Additionally, they guide the implementation of an HR AI strategy, identifying opportunities to use AI to enhance HR service delivery, working in partnership with other HR areas to design, pilot, and deploy solutions.
This position serves as a primary liaison to IT, institutional data governance bodies, and external technology vendors.
Responsibilities HRIS Strategy and Systems Management
Leads the design, implementation, and optimization of scalable enterprise HR systems, including HCM and related HR technology platforms, to ensure alignment with business needs in workforce administration, talent acquisition, performance management, learning, and compensation
Serves as product owner for ERP and third-party solutions, including vendor management and lifecycle planning
Manages system configuration, upgrades, integrations, and workflow enhancements in partnership with IT and HR stakeholders
Acts as the HR Risk and Security Officer for HR systems, ensuring compliance with institutional, state, and federal data security standards
Oversees access management protocols, monitors system security risks, and collaborates with IT security teams to mitigate vulnerabilities
Establishes policies and controls that protect sensitive personnel data and maintain audit readiness
Team Leadership and Supervision
Supervises and develops staff in HRIS and HR Data Management teams, as well as audit/reconciliation functions
Defines objectives, monitors progress, and provides coaching and professional development
Fosters a culture of service excellence, collaboration, and innovation within the team
Data Management, Governance, and Integrity
Ensures accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of people data entry into internal and external systems
Oversees audits and reconciliations for benefits deductions, payroll data, and system records
Enforces data governance policies, access controls, and usage guidelines to safeguard HR data
AI Strategy and Technology Innovation
Partners with HR functional leaders to identify AI‑enabled opportunities to enhance service delivery, automate routine processes, and improve employee experience
Oversees the implementation and integration of AI tools for enhanced HR service delivery, support, and other applicable functions
Reporting, Analytics, and Insights
Leads design and automation of standard and ad hoc HR reports and dashboards
Uses workforce analytics to support strategic decision‑making, compliance, and predictive insights
Training, Support, and Change Management
Provides training and support to HR and university users on HR systems and data governance
Leads change management initiatives for system rollouts and enhancements
Assesses system performance and resolves end‑user challenges with a service mindset
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Significant progressively responsible HRIS experience, including system administration, reporting, and project leadership (typically seven or more years)
Experience managing confidential data, audits, and complex reporting requirements
Experience leading cross‑functional initiatives and teams
Knowledge of ERP/HRIS systems functionality and configuration (e.g., Banner, Workday, Oracle)
Skill in data governance, audit, and reconciliation processes, and data quality assurance
Ability to lead multi‑team operations, balancing technology, data management, and compliance
Ability to lead cross‑functional AI and technology adoption initiatives
Skill in project management and lifecycle systems implementation
Ability to analyze complex business processes and translate them into effective technology solutions
Demonstrated skill in SQL reporting, data integration, and advanced Excel techniques
Ability to supervise technical and professional teams, manage priorities, and deliver complex projects
Strong communication skills and ability to present technical information to non‑technical stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in related field
Certification in systems or project management (e.g., Workday Pro, PMP, SHRM‑SCP)
Extensive professional experience in HR technology and data governance leadership roles within higher education or large, complex organizations (typically ten or more years)
Experience implementing or upgrading ERP systems in large organizations
Experience with vendor negotiation, data governance frameworks, and compliance regulations (e.g., GDPR, VITA standards)
Experience implementing or managing AI‑enabled tools in an HR or service environment
Knowledge of higher education or large public sector HR systems
Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI); and
Project management experience
Instructions To Applicants For full consideration, applicants must apply for the
Director of HR Systems, Data, & AI Strategy
at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent and Resume for review.
Posting Open Date:
November 3, 2025
For Full Consideration, Apply by:
November 17, 2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Equity Statement George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Campus Safety Information Mason’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/
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