HR Systems Architect

Job Description

The Human Resources (HR) Systems Architect develops, maintains, and enhances processes for technical solutions and best practices to improve and leverage a higher education client's HR systems, primarily Workday Human Capital Management (HCM), to support organizational objectives. Partnering with stakeholders across the organization, this individual creates and iterates on technology opportunities that streamline processes and create an exceptional employee experience. This position is responsible for maintaining the Workday HCM user experience and leading the HR System Administration Team.

The HR Systems Administration Team is responsible for managing a broad portfolio of HR applications, integrations, and reports delivered primarily through Workday HCM.

Major Responsibilities:

Maintains and enhances processes to design, develop, implement, optimize, and support Workday HCM configurations that align with business processes, capabilities, and needs. Serves as the product owner for Workday HCM security and system-wide configurations. In collaboration with HR leadership, develops and manages a strategic roadmap for HR systems with input from key stakeholders across the organization. Acts as the Scrum Master for the HR Systems Administration Team, including identifying and removing roadblocks, coaching team members, supporting role clarity, and promoting an agile mindset. Identifies key risks and ensures mitigation plans reduce exposure to acceptable levels. Oversees total quality assurance for Workday HCM, including configuration standards, peer reviews, test case design and execution, and test script management. Ensures effective end-user support processes, including hypercare support for major releases. Provides support and guidance to other analysts and ensures timely implementation of Workday HCM release items. Maintains knowledge of audit requirements and compliance practices related to system configurations across multiple tenant environments. Identifies process inefficiencies, recommends enhancements, and presents proposals for Workday improvements. Coordinates with other Workday architects and participates in governance, committee, and release meetings. Maintains relationships within the Workday community and user groups to stay current on new functionality and best practices. Proactively learns emerging technologies, standards, and applications to remain current with industry trends. Researches, conceptualizes, and develops prototypes to validate architectural concepts. Optimizes systems for performance, scalability, reliability, extensibility, and total cost of ownership. Develops and fosters a culture of talent development aligned with business objectives and strategy.

Skills and Requirements

• Must possess a minimum of five (5) years of progressive analysis, technical business analysis, and/or project management experience with a minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Professional experience with Workday HCM required.
• Must have a strong HR background with experience of one or more ERP implementation(s) and/or configuration(s) while maintaining a rigorous commitment to quality, security, and attention to detail.
• Workday Certification is a requirement of the position, and maintaining certification is required; candidates who are not certified will be considered for the position; however, they will need to successfully pass Workday certification as well as ongoing successful re-certification as an ongoing condition of employment.
• Must demonstrate a strong understanding of data design and management.
• Must be familiar with Agile methodologies and principles; preferably Certified ScrumMaster (CSM).
• Strong experience in HR Enterprise Applications.
• Must demonstrate a strong foundation in analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must demonstrate the ability to analyze and document processes, procedures, etc.
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Must be able to effectively lead and manage a team and be highly collaborative with other teams and stakeholders.
• Must demonstrate the ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees and in which every individual feels respected and valued.
• Willingness to learn new functions and technologies required.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].