HRIS Administrator, Workday

PACIFICSOURCE

. Maintain and enhance the Workday platform, workflows, configurations, security, reporting, integrations, and data integrity .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,297 - $111,005 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Workday administration, configuration, and reporting while ensuring data integrity and compliance with HIPAA regulations. Proven ability to manage complex HRIS projects and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

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Workday AdministrationHRIS Project ManagementData AnalysisHIPAA ComplianceCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Workday ConfigurationWorkday ReportingWorkday IntegrationsData Integrity ManagementSystem TestingHR Workflow AnalysisProject ExecutionTroubleshootingData ImportSecurity Role Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationLeadershipCoachingProblem-SolvingTraining

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesEEO ReportingAffirmative Action PlansLegal ComplianceConfidentialityProtected Health Information

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain and enhance the Workday platform, workflows, configurations, security, reporting, integrations, and data integrity
Manage existing Workday modules and evaluate new functionality and modules
Configure and update business processes, security roles, and integrations
Prepare, test, and execute annual Workday projects, including reviews, 9-boxing, bonus and merit processes, engagement, data integrity, and open enrollment
Analyze, validate, and audit system data for accuracy and legal compliance
Develop custom reports and dashboards and maintain scheduled report delivery
Import large-scale data changes into the HR system
Partner with HR Business Partners, SMEs, business leaders, IT, vendors, and other stakeholders
Provide leadership, coaching, training, documentation, and issue-resolution guidance to Workday users
Process Workday HR administrator tasks, including hire approvals, job/data/location changes, delegation changes, rescinded tasks, and security changes
Perform system testing for implementations, upgrades, patches, enhancements, and bi-annual releases
Research and troubleshoot non-routine HR system issues and manage vendor service requests
Manage multiple HRIS projects, build project plans, and ensure schedules and specifications are met
Oversee annual Affirmative Action Plans and required federal and state reporting such as EEO and Vets
Follow PacificSource privacy policies and HIPAA requirements
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 4 years of experience working in Human Resources
Prior HR-system experience including implementation, administration, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and/or technical support
Experience leading and executing projects from start to finish
Bachelor’s degree required; an associate’s degree plus 2 years of relevant experience, or a high school diploma plus 4 years of relevant experience, may be considered
Prior experience with Workday strongly preferred
Strong understanding of HR workflows and system dependencies
Ability to manage multiple complex projects and changing priorities
Experience analyzing data for HR Business Partners, business or functional leaders, legal teams, and external parties
Experience working cross-functionally to conduct business needs analysis and deliver project results
Ability to present to all levels of leadership
Knowledge of HIPAA laws, confidentiality, and protected health information security
Ability to read and comprehend written and spoken English
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Eligible candidates must reside in or relocate to OR, ID, MT, WY, UT, KS, MO, IN, TN, VA, NC, SC, GA, or FL
Workday administration, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, reporting, security, integrations, and data analysis knowledge

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work-from-home arrangement for eligible state residents
Travel approximately 5% of the time
Equal opportunity workplace
Training, coaching, and professional development opportunities
Participation in Workday user-group meetings, trainings, and conferences