HR Technology & Analytics Specialist (Contractor) at Accela (United States)HR Technology & Analytics Specialist (Contractor)

Accela is looking for an HR Technology & Analytics Specialist to provide hands-on support across HR systems, reporting, process improvement, AI-enabled efficiency, and data/document management. Reporting to the Principal, AI Enablement & HR Analytics, this role will support key HR technology projects and help maintain recurring reporting and HR systems activities during a temporary leave period. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working independently across multiple HR systems, and able to leverage technology and AI tools to simplify work and improve process efficiency.

This is a 6-8 month contract position.

• Support Greenhouse and ADP reporting, system administration, and process improvements, including opportunities to automate or streamline existing workflows.
• Run recurring and ad hoc reports from Greenhouse, ADP, and other HR systems and validate data for accuracy.
• Leverage approved AI and automation tools to improve process efficiency, reporting, documentation, and recurring HR workflows.
• Identify manual or repetitive processes and recommend practical opportunities for automation or AI-enabled improvement.
• Update and reorganize HR SharePoint sites to improve content, structure, and usability.
• Support migration of HR files and folders from Box to OneDrive/SharePoint, including file organization and validation.
• Conduct audits of employee files and identify missing, incomplete, duplicate, or incorrectly stored documentation.
• Maintain existing HR reports, dashboards, trackers, and recurring processes.
• Troubleshoot routine HR system or data issues and document key processes to support continuity.
• Partner with HR, Recruiting, IT, Finance, and other teams as needed.

• 3+ years of experience in HR technology, HRIS, HR analytics/reporting, or a related HR function.
• Experience with HRIS and/or applicant tracking systems; ADP and Greenhouse experience preferred.
• Strong Excel, reporting, and data-validation skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency using generative AI and productivity tools to improve efficiency, analyze information, create documentation, or streamline workflows.
• Ability to use AI tools responsibly when working with confidential or sensitive information.
• Experience with process improvement, workflow automation, or HR system enhancements.
• Experience with SharePoint, OneDrive, Box, or similar document-management tools preferred.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple assignments and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

For nearly 20 years, Accela has been an industry leader in designing and delivering government software to improve efficiency, increase citizen engagement and enable the development of thriving communities. Today, citizens are savvy to how services should be delivered, and expect a consistently convenient, openly transparent view into their local government. While government agencies struggle to do more with less, our mission has never been more critical. Accela provides a robust, cloud-based platform of government software solutions that accelerate growth, efficiency, and transparency in communities of all sizes. From planning, to building, to service request management and more, Accela’s SaaS offerings level the playing field for small and medium governments and enable smaller agencies to leverage larger city technologies. Our open and flexible technology helps agencies address specific needs today, while ensuring they are well prepared for the emerging challenges of the future.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION Accela believes in developing and nurturing a workplace community where our differences are celebrated, and everyone feels a sense of psychological safety and belonging. Accela is committed to putting resources and attention towards evolving our practices, policies, and philosophies to enable diversity to thrive and to support equity in opportunity for everyone.

The hourly pay range for this full-time position is $50.00/hour to $55.00/hour (less applicable taxes). The actual pay offered may be adjusted based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, location, education, skills, training, and experience.

Accela is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and will respond to requests for job accommodations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or based on disability, gender identity, and sexual orientation

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