Senior People Operations Analyst

Data Innovations LLC

. Serve as a primary Workday administrator and subject matter expert, responsible for ongoing configuration, maintenance, optimization, and support across HR modules (e.g., Core HCM, Recruiting, Compensation, Performance, Learning, Reporting) .

Posted 5/7/2026full-timeRemote • Vermont • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $110,600 - $142,200 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a primary Workday administrator and subject matter expert, responsible for ongoing configuration, maintenance, optimization, and support across HR modules (e.g., Core HCM, Recruiting, Compensation, Performance, Learning, Reporting)
Design, configure, and maintain Workday business processes, approvals, security roles, data validations, and calculated fields
Manage Workday releases and enhancements, including requirements gathering, impact analysis, testing, deployment, and communication
Troubleshoot system issues, monitor integrations, resolve configuration challenges, and partner with vendors or Workday support as needed
Ensure data integrity, compliance, and a strong user experience for employees, managers, and HR
Design, implement, and optimize end-to-end people operations processes, leveraging Workday where appropriate, but not limited to Workday-based solutions
Analyze current workflows across the employee lifecycle and redesign processes to improve efficiency, clarity, scalability, and employee experience
Maintain a deep understanding of HR workflows, policies, procedures, business objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry practices to anticipate and respond to changing needs
Identify and implement process improvement opportunities that streamline People Operations and promote innovation
Manage people operations and systems-related initiatives through the full lifecycle: requirements gathering, configuration, testing, implementation, and adoption
Provide data analysis across talent attraction, development, performance, and retention to answer key business questions
Identify key analytics and insights to improve workforce planning, operational effectiveness, and employee experience
Design dashboards and reports, assess usage, and enable data self-service for the business
Design and implement surveys for candidates, new hires, and employees, including the annual employee engagement survey
Develop training materials, presentations, job aids, and documentation to support process and system understanding
Remain current on HR systems, data strategies, and best practices to continuously improve how technology supports the business.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 4+ years of hands-on Workday administration and configuration experience
Strong knowledge of HR information systems, with deep expertise in Workday
Demonstrated experience designing and improving people operations processes beyond system configuration
Solid understanding of core HR functions (recruiting, leave of absence, performance management, compensation, learning, etc.)
Strong project management, written, and verbal communication skills
Data-driven and analytical; enjoys identifying metrics and insights to solve business problems
Ability to handle confidential information with judgment and discretion
Ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of business stakeholders
Demonstrated learning mindset and adaptability
Proficiency with Microsoft tools, including Outlook, Word, MS Forms, Power BI, PowerPoint, and advanced Excel
Must comply with company vaccine policy
Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
basic life insurance
paid holidays
paid time off
401(k) matching plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

Workday administrationWorkday configurationHR information systemsdata analysisprocess improvementdashboard designreportingdata validationsystem troubleshootingrequirements gathering

Soft Skills

project managementwritten communicationverbal communicationdata-drivenanalytical thinkingrelationship buildingadaptabilitylearning mindsetjudgmentdiscretion