Director, HR Information Technology
Chipotle Mexican Grill
CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD
Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast‑food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.
Opportunity
As the Director, HR Information Technology (HRIT), you will lead the direction, delivery, and support of technology solutions that enable our HR, Payroll, and Talent and Operations functions. You will oversee the enterprise HR systems landscape, ensuring scalability, data integrity, security, and continuous improvement for Chipotle’s growing global workforce.
Location
This position will be based in our Columbus, OH or Newport Beach, CA offices 4 days per week (with work from home on Friday). Remote work is not available for this role.
Responsibilities
- Work with stakeholders to define and execute the HR technology roadmap aligned with business strategy and workforce priorities.
- Drive governance and lifecycle management of HR systems, including Workday, UKG, and Paradox.
- Evaluate emerging HR technologies to support scalability, automation, and employee experience.
- Serve as the business technology owner for Workday, UKG Payroll, and Paradox, ensuring operational stability and data accuracy.
- Lead system enhancements, upgrades, and integration strategies across HR, Finance, and IT systems.
- Oversee system access controls, configuration governance, and compliance with privacy and security standards (SOX, GDPR, CCPA).
- Build and mentor an HRIT team of system analysts and integration engineers.
- Partner with HR, Talent, Workforce Management, Compliance and Payroll leaders to continuously optimize HR business processes through technology.
- Lead vendor relationships with Workday, UKG, and Paradox; manage service‑level agreements and performance metrics.
- Oversee system implementation partners and consultants to ensure successful delivery of enhancements and integrations.
- Manage the HRIT budget, including forecasting, resource planning, and cost optimization.
- Partner with Cybersecurity, Internal Audit, and Legal to ensure HR system compliance and risk mitigation.
- Drive consistent data governance practices across HR systems and reporting tools.
- Ensure adherence to PCI and payroll compliance requirements and HR data privacy regulations.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.10+ years of IT or HR technology leadership experience, including 5+ years managing enterprise HR systems teams.Deep expertise in Workday HCM and UKG Payroll administration, configuration, and integrations.Experience implementing or managing Paradox or similar conversational recruiting platforms.Strong understanding of HR, payroll, benefits, and talent management business processes.Proven experience leading complex, cross‑functional technology projects.Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to translate technical information into business context.Vendor management, budgeting, and program governance experience required.Compensation and Benefits
Estimated base pay range : $178,000–$259,000. Eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based on performance and other factors. This position includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), sick leave, vacation time, and more. For more details on benefits, visit https : / / jobs.chipotle.com / benefits.
EEO Statement
Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people‑first company rooted in values, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and / or certain state or local laws. Please contact ADAaccommodations@chipotle.com if you need an accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in the hiring process.
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