With more than 1000 sworn and civilian members, the Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) requires an HRIS Programmer/ Analyst. The WRPS delivers exceptional police services to more than 575,000 residents. The Waterloo Region is a vital and prosperous community in Southern Ontario that offers the unique combination of a growing urban centre surrounded by four rural communities. You will work in a community proud of its diversity, and within an organization focused on its people.

As the HRIS Programmer/ Analyst…  

You Will:

• Act as the technical subject matter expert in the configuration, integration and maintenance of the HRIS. Provides system administration and technical support for the HRIS and all other applications that connect to the HRIS, including all interfaces to these systems; continuously identifies opportunities for improvement;


• Oversee the technical implementation of the HRIS system functionality and system upgrades, including test case development, testing, and maintenance; assesses the impacts of the new releases on current configuration and business processes;


• Partner with the Human Resources Branch and Payroll staff to facilitate the identification, analysis, and documentation of business needs and requirements; provides input into the creation of technical specifications, design documentation, and testing strategies for system optimization;


• Provide guidance to the Human Resources Branch and the Finance Branch regarding system administration, system rules and application functionalities referencing policies, collective agreements, and legislation;


• Collaborate with vendors and the Region of Waterloo to resolve configuration issues or system errors requiring technical support;


• Consult with members to ensure that new system configuration, procedures, and tools are functioning as programmed and are being utilized accurately. Facilitates end-user understanding of HRIS capabilities and available data through appropriate training and guidance of application functionalities and reporting tools;


• Develop complex database queries designed to provide data and information;


• Develop and maintain customized reports and dashboards functions in the HRIS;


• Create and maintain technical documentation of existing applications architecture, including process flows, diagrams, and operational procedures;


• Investigate new system functionality; research, review and analyse proposals, conducting research to understand the effect of potential changes on current processes and systems; and


• Performs any other related duties as assigned.

You Have:

• Successful completion of a three (3) year community college program in Computer Systems Technology, Computer Programming and Analysis, Computer Science, or related field;


• Three (3) years working with Human Resource Information systems, payroll, time and attendance tracking systems, or other related Human Resource systems is required. Previous experience working with the SAP HRIS is considered an asset;


• Experience with the System Development Life Cycle methodology, including the discovery, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of the solution and module delivery of business solutions using information technology systems and governance;


• Previous experience with implementing an enterprise-based system;


• Demonstrated skill in developing complex queries on relational database using developer tools;


• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, such as Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project and Word;


• Working knowledge of programming languages, such as Visual Studio suite (ASP.Net, C#, MVC), T-SQL, and ETL tool;


• Proficient using reporting and business intelligence technologies, such as Power BI, Crystal Reports, and Microsoft Visual Studio Reporting Services;


• Self-motivated and organized with a well-developed sense of time, projects, and priority management;


• Analytical skills and problem-solving skills to identify process inefficiencies and areas of optimization, develop solutions and make recommendations; and


• A valid Class “G” Driver’s License with no more than six (6) demerit points required to travel within and outside the Region.

You Are:

• Able to acquire knowledge of WRPS policies, procedures, system configuration requirements and limitations;


• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills;


• Able to participate as an effective team member to support and project values compatible with the organization; and


• Able to meet the testing and police security requirements for the position.

Why join WRPS? 

• Hybrid work arrangement 


• Ongoing professional development


• Excellent benefits and pension


• Dynamic, exciting work environment


• Strong, supportive leadership


• Employee fitness and wellness programs


• 2023 annual salary: $93,331.32 - $109,801.55

If you’re interested in this position, please apply online by February 10, 2023 at 3pm.

Please ensure all profile fields are completed before submitting an application.

Please ensure you provide all supporting information from current and past employment (if applicable) to specify how you meet the requirements for this position in your online profile. You will be assessed based on the information provided in your application.

As a condition of employment all new members of the Waterloo Regional Police Service are required to provide proof of full vaccination, prior to commencing their employment, for any virus or communicable diseases arising from a declared pandemic/epidemic (e.g. Covid-19), and must do so for any vaccinations required after their first date of employment. Applicants who are not able to be fully vaccinated as a result of an accommodation requirement pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code, are required to disclose this to the Human Resources Advisor coordinating the hiring process, and to provide any information requested in support of an exemption request.

If you require accommodation in completing the application process, or with any portion of the application process or interview, please email the WRPS at HumanResources@wrps.on.ca.

Diversity through inclusion – we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected to move forward will be contacted.