At Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, we deliver pure reliable water to regions serving 19 million people—and to accomplish this, we rely on a team of Talented Employees: innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators who make it all possible. 

In this role, you’ll serve as the Principal HRIS Analyst - PeopleSoft. As the Human Capital Management (HCM expert)—you will help shape how critical HR processes run across the organization. You’ll demonstrate your ability to translate business needs into smart system solutions, enhance functionality through thoughtful analysis, and develop reporting that drives confident decision-making. You'll partner with both HR and IT, you’ll help strengthen data integrity, streamline operations, and guide meaningful system improvements that support a mission-driven organization. 

What You’ll Do 

• Blend deep functional knowledge with technical expertise of PeopleSoft HCM applications such as Workforce Management, Base Benefits, Benefits Administration, Position Management, and/or Classification and Compensation. 

• Act as the primary PeopleSoft subject matter expert to ensure our system supports accurate data, reliable reporting, and well-structured HR processes. 

• Develop standard and ad hoc reports to support HR, IT, Payroll, and operational decision-making. 

• Work closely with IT developers and HR stakeholders to translate business needs into clear system requirements, conduct fit/gap analyses, and prepare documentation that supports system enhancements, updates, and issue resolution.  

• Analyze current processes to identify opportunities for improved functionality to support operations. 

• Prepare detailed specifications that guide technical builds or configuration updates. 

• Prepare PeopleSoft yearly open enrollment. This position involves configuring, managing, and executing the annual benefits selection process within PeopleSoft HCM, with a strong focus on ensuring data accuracy, adherence to eligibility rules, and precise cost calculations 

Who We’re Looking For 

• A PeopleSoft subject matter expert. 

• A detail-oriented analyst skilled in maintaining data integrity across complex systems. 

• An effective communicator who can collaborate with teams and leadership to articulate system behavior and business impacts. 

• A collaborative expert who can work effectively with IT and HR partners to translate business needs into clear, actionable system requirements. 

• Experience in gathering and documenting business requirements for systems enhancements, performing fit/gap analysis, and writing functional/technical specifications based on requirements.   

• Troubleshooting experience 

What You’ll Find Working Here  

• Be part of Metropolitan’s mission to ensure safe and reliable water for the region, not just for today, but for generations ahead.  

• This position is located in a remote location in the desert.   

• You’ll help sustain life for millions while working alongside passionate professionals dedicated to innovation, environmental stewardship, and community impact.  

• In addition to a meaningful mission, Metropolitan offers competitive starting salaries, comprehensive benefits options, pension through CALPERS and more (see below for the full benefits list) 

This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.  

 
To view the full job description click here: Principal HRIS Analyst 

Schedule: 9/80 Monday through Friday /Every other Friday off. Monday through Thursday 9 hours per day, 8 hours per day every other Friday. Start times are no earlier than 6 am and end times are no later than 6 pm. 

Hybrid: Metropolitan’s current practice in this position is a hybrid work schedule. This typically includes two days a week in person and the other days remote. This is subject to change dependent on organizational needs. In addition, a telework policy is scheduled for negotiations and once completed and implemented, will provide final direction on the hybrid schedule. 

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Education and Experience:  
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, and eight years of relevant experience. 

Relevant experience is defined as: Functional and technical experience/skills in PeopleSoft HCM (Workforce Management, Base Benefits, Benefits Administration, or Position Management).  

Desirable Qualifications 

• Project management 

• PeopleSoft Time and Labor and Absence Management modules 

• QA / Testing experience in PeopleSoft updates and new modules implementation. 

CLOSING 

Benefits:  

• Competitive compensation  
• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans.  
• Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.  
• Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System  
• Tuition reimbursement  
• Training and advancement opportunities  
• Excellent working environment  

• On-site fitness center  

• Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis 

• Public transportation reimbursements  

For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link: Benefits Regular Full Time Employee (Represented) 

ABOUT MWD 

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a state-established cooperative that, along with its 26 cities and retail suppliers, provides water for 19 million people in six counties. The district imports water from the Colorado River and Northern California to supplement local supplies, and helps its members to develop increased water conservation, recycling, storage and other resource-management programs. 

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities, who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please call (213) 217-7738 or email: jobs@mwdh2o.com.