HR Data Analyst

About The Company

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is a premier research institution dedicated to applying scientific and technological expertise to address some of the most pressing national security challenges. Our workforce is composed of some of the brightest talents globally, working collaboratively to develop innovative solutions that enhance security, safety, and sustainability. We foster a culture that values diversity, individual talents, ideas, and perspectives, recognizing their vital role in advancing our mission. Located at the forefront of scientific discovery, LLNL offers a dynamic environment where employees can contribute to impactful projects that make a tangible difference in the world.

About The Role

We are seeking a skilled HR Data Analyst to join our Human Resources (HR) Directorate. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining advanced workforce analytics solutions that inform strategic HR decisions. Your primary responsibilities will include building comprehensive dashboards in MicroStrategy and Oracle HCM, performing detailed data validation across multiple HR systems such as Oracle, PeopleSoft, and related datasets, and delivering actionable insights on workforce trends including attrition, internal mobility, retirement risk, and hiring patterns. You will collaborate closely with HR stakeholders and IT partners to define analytical requirements, improve data quality, and create scalable business intelligence products that support executive decision-making. This position offers a full-time remote work schedule, with occasional on-site meetings to meet business needs. The role is flexible and can be filled at either the H07.3 or H07.4 level, depending on experience and qualifications, with additional responsibilities assigned at the higher level.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in developing advanced workforce or people analytics solutions with measurable impact.
• Strong proficiency in SQL for data extraction, transformation, and validation, with solid data modeling fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience building and maintaining HR reports in Oracle HCM (OTBI, BI Publisher) or comparable enterprise HCM platforms.
• Proficiency with MicroStrategy or similar BI tools for dashboard design, interactivity, and performance tuning.
• Deep understanding of HR data structures such as recruiting, job/position, workforce movement, compensation, and organizational hierarchy.
• Experience validating and reconciling data across multiple systems and supporting user acceptance testing (UAT) and testing processes.
• Ability to independently lead projects, translate ambiguous stakeholder needs into clear reporting requirements, and communicate findings effectively.
• Strong documentation discipline with a focus on data quality and governance practices.
  
  

Additional Qualifications At The H07.4 Level Include

• Proven ability to lead enterprise-level reporting or analytics projects independently.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL, data modeling, and Oracle HCM reporting tools.
• Experience designing complex, user-friendly dashboards with strong UX principles in MicroStrategy or equivalent BI tools.
• Track record of producing predictive or advanced analytics such as forecasting, risk scoring, or regression analysis.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting insights to senior leadership and executive audiences.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end development of enterprise workforce analytics products and dashboards, including scoping, design, implementation, and delivery to Laboratory leadership.
• Develop and maintain HR operational and analytical reports in Oracle HCM (OTBI, BI Publisher) and related datasets, supporting functions such as Talent Acquisition, Compensation, HR Business Partners, and Employee Relations.
• Perform structured data validation and reconciliation across Oracle, MicroStrategy, and other systems, documenting logic and collaborating with IT to resolve discrepancies.
• Translate complex and ambiguous business questions into clear technical reporting requirements, ensuring alignment with HR stakeholders and system capabilities.
• Proactively identify emerging workforce trends, risks, and opportunities, framing analytic questions that support strategic workforce decisions.
• Design and evolve scalable, user-friendly BI solutions using MicroStrategy, Power BI, or Tableau, enabling self-service access to trusted metrics and insights.
• Mentor and guide analysts on SQL, data visualization, analytics, and storytelling, promoting best practices and consistency across projects.
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, IT, and leadership to establish metric definitions, access controls, and data governance standards that uphold data integrity and security.

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• Manage reporting requests through platforms like ServiceNow, automate recurring reports where feasible, and maintain comprehensive documentation of report logic and definitions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including leading complex analytics projects at the higher level (H07.4).
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary range with potential for growth based on experience and performance.
• Flexible remote work schedule with occasional on-site meetings.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plans such as 401(k) with company match.
• Relocation assistance and education reimbursement programs.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment committed to professional development.
• Access to cutting-edge research and technology projects that impact national security and scientific advancement.
• Participation in a culture that values individual talents, ideas, and perspectives.
  
  

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.