Workday Administrator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Oversee the configuration of the Workday tenant, including business processes and system settings.

• Direct the implementation of Workday updates, releases, and system improvements.

• Keep documentation, configuration manuals, and training resources up to date.

• Assess and introduce new features within Workday.

• Act as the technical escalation point for intricate Workday issues.

• Provide training and support to Tier 1 and Tier 2 support teams.

• Manage ticket queues and address complex system challenges.

• Chair the Workday change control committee in collaboration with HR, Finance, and IS stakeholders.

• Guide decision-making for system modifications and enhancements.

• Relay updates, obtain approvals, and execute changes affecting the organization.

• Encourage the adoption of Workday changes and effective communication around them.

• Oversee vendor relationships and third-party support services.

• Plan and execute system upgrades and go-live events.

• Provide support to over 2,000 users across various business units.

• Manage integrations, reporting, and system security at scale.

• Work in collaboration with HR, Finance, and IT leadership to promote organizational change and operational excellence.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Information Technologies, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Skilled in troubleshooting, tier-3 support, report creation, and system documentation.

• Over 7 years of practical experience in Workday administration.

• Proficient in Workday tenant management, business processes, security roles and access control, integrations (EIB, Core Connect, APIs, Workday Studio), reporting, and release management.

• Familiarity with cloud platforms, enterprise integrations, Microsoft Office 365, and data reporting/analytics tools (Prism, calculated fields, dashboards).

• Eagerness to pursue Workday certifications and keep abreast of best practices.

• Experience managing integrations with third-party systems, Workday security management, identity and access management systems, and IT security best practices.

• Knowledgeable in cybersecurity, data privacy, disaster recovery, and compliance.

• Background in application administration, interface management, committee leadership, and supporting system implementations.

• Candidates must possess legal authorization to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

• This position does not provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.

• Strong capabilities in troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, analytical thinking, project management, and change management.

🏝️ Benefits

• Regular training with vendors and a dedicated training budget.

• Flexible work schedule.

• 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service.

• PTO that increases with tenure.

• Options for PTO donation.

• Paid sick leave.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Dental coverage available for domestic partners.

• Pet insurance options.

• Supplemental insurance choices.

• Flexible spending and health savings accounts (FSA and HSA).

• 100% company-paid long-term disability and life insurance.

• National brand discounts.

• Employee referral program.

• Employee assistance program.

• Access to Tapcheck (receive 50% of your pay before payday).

• Opportunities for internal job mobility nationwide.

• Training for Workday certifications provided.