Configure and maintain Workday modules, including Core HCM, Absence, Compensation, Talent, and Benefits.
Design and implement business processes, condition rules, calculated fields, validation rules, notifications, and security groups to meet evolving HR and business requirements.
Configure and maintain Workday reports and dashboards to meet business needs, leveraging advanced reporting tools, calculated fields, matrix reports, and discovery boards.
Partner with HR process owners to analyze current workflows, identify improvement opportunities, and implement configuration changes to enhance system functionality.
Lead configuration for semi-annual Workday releases — assess new features, conduct impact analyses, and recommend adoption strategies.
Ensure configuration documentation is accurate, up to date, and aligned with governance standards.
Develop and execute unit, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT) plans for new configurations and release.
Configure and maintain Workday security roles, domains, and policies to ensure proper segregation of duties and data confidentiality.
Conduct regular security audits and collaborate with IT and compliance teams to align with organizational and regulatory standards.
Partner with HR leadership to deliver actionable insights through metrics and analytics.
Provide training and guidance to HR and business users.
Evaluate and implement Workday enhancements, new modules, and advanced configuration opportunities to improve HR operations.
Recommend configuration solutions to streamline processes, reduce manual work, and enhance automation using forward thinking AI technologies.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field required.
4+ years of Workday experience
2+ years experience configuring multiple Workday modules such as Benefits, Compensation, Talent, or Absence.
Experience managing configuration documentation, test scripts, and release management processes.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly language.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple configuration projects simultaneously.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
Customer-service mindset with strong attention to detail and process efficiency.
Experience building or maintaining Workday integrations (EIB, CCB) a plus.
Workday Pro Certification(s) or completed Workday courses preferred.
Experience with BI Tools such as Microsoft Power BI preferred.
Benefits
healthcare insurance
pension/retirement matching
comprehensive life insurance
employee assistance program
time off plans
paid company holidays
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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