[Hiring] Senior HRIS Functional Advisor @Kentro

Role Description

Kentro is hiring for an experienced Senior HRIS Functional Advisor to provide part-time support to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Office of Human Resources (OHR) and its enterprise Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) environment. This role serves as a trusted functional and technical advisor, providing hands-on support for mission-critical federal HR and payroll systems, including HRConnect and the National Finance Center (NFC) payroll system.

The Senior HRIS Functional Advisor will work at the intersection of HR operations, technology, policy, and program delivery—partnering with OHR leadership, the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), the Department of Commerce (DOC), the Department of the Treasury, NFC, and other stakeholders to:

• Resolve complex HR systems issues
• Evaluate regulatory and program changes
• Support reliable day-to-day operations

As the individual gains deeper knowledge of the USPTO environment, contract priorities, and client relationships, the role is expected to assume broader program and team leadership responsibilities in partnership with existing contract leadership.

Location: Remote - This position can be performed remotely within the United States and will support Eastern Time working hours.

Compensation Range: The pay range for this position is $60-$70/hourly. Kentro determines compensation by evaluating current government contracting and commercial market conditions, as well as the role’s specific requirements.

This Job Description reflects the primary duties of the role; however, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team members may be asked to take on additional responsibilities in alignment with customer expectations, business needs, and Kentro’s culture of collaboration and adaptability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience in Human Resources, HR information systems, federal HR operations, payroll, or related business systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting federal HR programs, personnel processing, payroll operations, HR technology, or related federal HR functions.
• Demonstrated experience supporting HR information systems, including functional support, data analysis, troubleshooting, system administration, or business-process support.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal HR policies, regulations, personnel processes, and payroll practices.
• Experience independently analyzing complex HR, payroll, policy, or system issues and developing recommendations for clients or leadership.
• Experience retrieving, analyzing, validating, and reporting HR or system data.
• Experience working across HR, technical, business, and leadership teams to resolve complex operational or system issues.
• Strong analytical, organizational, written, verbal, and client-facing communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with limited supervision and independently manage responsibilities within a part-time work schedule.

Requirements

• Direct experience supporting HRConnect and/or the National Finance Center (NFC) payroll system.
• Experience supporting HR systems or HR operations within USPTO, the Department of Commerce, or another federal agency.
• Experience serving in a senior advisor, functional lead, deputy lead, or similar capacity, with demonstrated ability to assume increasing responsibility for program coordination and team leadership.
• Experience coordinating with federal shared-service providers or external agencies to resolve HR or payroll system issues.
• Experience supporting HRIS implementations, system enhancements, testing, change management, or operational readiness.
• Experience developing HRIS procedures, standard operating procedures, user guidance, or training materials.
• Experience representing an organization in cross-functional, interagency, or stakeholder working groups.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more.
• Education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.
• Flexibility for professional growth and networking opportunities.
• Commitment to incorporating fun into every day with activities such as happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations.
• Support for community engagement through charity galas/events.