Manager of People Technology (HRIS)

UW Credit Union is hiring a Manager of People Technology to lead the strategy, implementation, and ongoing evolution of our People systems. In this influential role, you’ll provide leadership to a talented team responsible for ensuring the tools and systems supporting the employee lifecycle are intuitive, scalable, and aligned with UWCU’s people-first culture. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the digital employee experience and advance the way our People Tech Team delivers value across the organization.

A day in the life of the Manager of People Technology might include coaching a team member through a technical system enhancement, collaborating with stakeholders on a roadmap for a new performance management platform, analyzing vendor demo feedback, or translating organizational needs into system configurations that streamline workflows and improve data visibility. You’ll balance strategic vision with hands-on problem solving, operating as both a people leader and a functional expert. If you're energized by building cross-functional partnerships, guiding systems change, and leading a team through complexity, this role is for you.

This is a hybrid position based in Madison, WI. 

As the Manager of People Technology, you will:

• Lead, coach, and develop a collaborative HRIS team, fostering a culture of growth, ownership, and solution-oriented thinking.
• Oversee UW Credit Union’s People Technology ecosystem, including systems supporting HR, Talent, Learning & Development, Total Rewards, and People Experience—ensuring alignment with strategic and operational goals.
• Serve as the primary business owner of core People systems (currently UKG for timekeeping, payroll, and benefits), ensuring system integrity, continuous improvement, and long-term scalability.
• Drive system implementation and optimization efforts, from planning and configuration through launch, training, change management, and ongoing support—particularly as we transition to new Learning, Performance, and Compensation platforms.
• Establish and lead strong partnerships across the People Tech Team, Technology Solutions, and vendors to gather requirements, prioritize enhancements, and drive projects forward with clarity and accountability.
• Manage vendor relationships and system contracts, including participating in RFP processes, evaluating vendors, and facilitating demos and stakeholder feedback.
• Ensure data quality and governance, overseeing data audits, system security, and access controls while supporting compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational policies.
• Advance data reporting and analytics capabilities, enabling leaders to make informed people decisions through accessible, accurate, and insightful dashboards and reports.
• Champion the digital employee experience, identifying opportunities to streamline processes, reduce administrative burden, and create user-friendly experiences across the employee lifecycle.
• Serve as a change leader for key cross-functional initiatives, ensuring timely communication, stakeholder engagement, and user adoption throughout system changes or upgrades.
• Collaborate closely with peers in Total Rewards, Talent, Learning & Development, and DEIB to integrate technology into broader People strategies and processes in a way that amplifies impact and equity.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience working with HRIS or People technology systems
• 2+ years of experience leading people, projects, or cross-functional initiatives
• Strong background in system administration, vendor management, or business analysis
• Proven ability to coach, develop, and empower others
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience implementing or optimizing HR technologies (e.g., Learning, Performance, Compensation, Talent Management platforms)
• Expertise with UKG Pro or similar HRIS platforms
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum practices
• Demonstrated ability to drive change and manage competing priorities
• Experience supporting HR or People Operations in mid-to-large sized organizations

Why work for UW Credit Union?

Join one of Wisconsin’s premier financial institutions, a National Top Workplace and multi-year recipient of Madison Magazine’s Best Places to Work, Wisconsin State Journal’s Top Workplaces, and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s Top Workplaces to receive:

• 21.5 days of annual time off (accrued per pay period)
• 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
• 2.5 weeks paid new child parental leave
• 2 days paid volunteer time
• 10 paid holidays (including your birthday!)
• 401k company match of up to 5%, plus approximately 4% discretionary match
• Variable bonus reward
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, including domestic partner eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

UW Credit Union is dedicated to cultivating a workplace that fosters a sense of belonging for all individuals and proudly upholds the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We highly value the unique perspectives and qualities that each person brings to our organization. Our recruitment, hiring, development, and promotion processes are based on an individual’s qualifications and demonstrated abilities. Our policy is to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email employment@uwcu.org.