NorthWestern Energy

Human Resources Systems & Data Analyst

LocationMontana, MT
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$55,600-$99,200

About This Job


Human Resources Systems & Data Analyst

Work Location: Location negotiable within our South Dakota & Montana major office locations

Starting pay range: $55,600 to $99,200, with career advancement up to $125,400 per year


Employment Status: Regular Full-time


External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com


Internal candidates apply through iConnect.


About this position:

The HR Systems & Data Analyst is responsible for supporting and maintaining core HR technologies, including Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), Learning Management Systems (LMS), and performance management tools. This role combines strong technical expertise with a foundation in HR processes to provide critical reporting, ensure data integrity, and support compliance and decision-making through data analysis. The ideal candidate will collaborate across teams, contribute to ongoing process improvement, and help drive business objectives through HR system insights and training content.


We offer great benefits:

NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,500 amazing people and serve 775,300 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Continued Education reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays

Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.


About this job:

Administer and support HRIS and LMS platforms, including configuration, troubleshooting, user support, and maintenance
Design and deliver accurate, timely, and visually effective reports and dashboards on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
Identify opportunities to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies to improve HR processes, analytics, and user experiences
Collect and analyze data from multiple sources (internal systems, databases, and industry reports) to identify trends, support decision-making, and recommend solutions
Ensure HR data compliance and support federal and state reporting, including Affirmative Action reporting coordination with external vendors
Monitor and report on HR departmental budgets and assist with annual budget preparation
Develop and maintain departmental scorecards and dashboards using tools such as AI, Excel, Tableau, and/or Power BI
Interpret HR data and recommend actions based on analysis; alert stakeholders to process issues and help develop corrective actions
Respond to internal/external data inquiries, surveys, and benchmarking requests
Maintain data protocols and support departmental self-audits to ensure data quality and internal control compliance
Coordinate with Records and HR stakeholders to ensure proper data and document management practices
Support HR projects and process improvement initiatives as a subject matter expert in data and systems
Assist with the creation, editing, and deployment of interactive e-learning modules using training design software
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Information Systems or similar field of study
Two years of related experience with Human Resource Management Systems or HR analytics
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Prefer experience with SAP, Tableau and PowerBI
Capacity to apply discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail
Must be able to demonstrate and maintain a good safety record


Requisition #4760

Posting Dates: May 2, 2025 through May 18, 2025


Department/Division: Human Resources


Employment Physical: Not Required


Drug Test: Required


Background Check: Required


Relocation Benefit: Negotiable

Telecommuting: Part-time Negotiable within NorthWestern Energy Service Territory

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com.


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