Senior Specialist, Human Resources

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. Own administration, optimization, and continuous improvement of the HR technology ecosystem, primarily SAP SuccessFactors .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in SAP SuccessFactors administration, including Recruiting, Performance & Goals, and Learning, while ensuring compliance with HR regulations and optimizing HR technology processes. Proficient in data analysis, reporting, and project management to enhance HR operations and support organizational goals.

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SAP SuccessFactors AdministrationHRIS Platform SupportData Analysis and ReportingProject ManagementCompliance and Audit Support

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Hard Skills

SAP SuccessFactorsADP Workforce NowData ValidationReporting ToolsMicrosoft ExcelWorkflows ConfigurationPerformance ManagementLearning AdministrationTalent ManagementHR Business Processes

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCustomer-Service OrientationDetail-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

Power BISharePoint

Certifications & Qualifications

SAP SuccessFactors Certification

Industry Keywords

HR TechnologyCompliance TrainingEmployee DevelopmentTalent AcquisitionInternal Audit

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own administration, optimization, and continuous improvement of the HR technology ecosystem, primarily SAP SuccessFactors
Serve as functional owner and subject-matter expert for SuccessFactors Recruiting, Performance & Goals, and Learning
Configure, maintain, test, and optimize module settings, workflows, forms, templates, permissions, notifications, and business rules
Partner with Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners, managers, Learning and Development, IT, Information Security, Internal Audit, and other stakeholders
Administer recruiting requisition workflows, candidate management, interview processes, offer workflows, and user access
Own Performance & Goals processes, including goal plans, performance forms, review cycles, calibration support, routing maps, and communications
Administer SuccessFactors Learning, including assignments, learning plans, compliance training, user records, reporting, and learner support
Manage role-based permissions, data integrity, security controls, and user access
Provide functional support, troubleshooting, training, and guidance to employees, managers, recruiters, HR partners, and administrators
Produce and maintain reports and dashboards; analyze HR data and ensure reporting accuracy
Support ADP Workforce Now reporting, data validation, and HR/payroll data coordination
Process routine HRIS transactions and daily system activities
Lead or support HR technology projects involving enhancements, integrations, automation, AI-enabled solutions, and process optimization
Maintain system documentation, configuration records, process guides, and training materials
Safeguard confidential employee information and support audit, compliance, and data-governance requirements
Monitor releases and emerging HR technologies; recommend upgrades and process improvements
Coordinate audit activities and compliance with applicable employment regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum of 6 years of experience supporting HRIS platforms or comparable enterprise business systems
U.S. citizenship is required
Hands-on SAP SuccessFactors administration experience, with deep expertise in Recruiting, Performance & Goals, and Learning
Experience configuring and supporting SuccessFactors workflows, forms, templates, role-based permissions, notifications, business rules, reporting, and user access
Strong understanding of end-to-end talent processes, including recruiting, candidate management, performance management, goal setting, learning administration, compliance training, and employee development
Experience supporting SuccessFactors release management, testing, documentation, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives
Working knowledge of ADP Workforce Now, including basic report creation, recurring reporting, data validation, and HR/payroll data support
Experience partnering with HR, Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, IT, Information Security, and Internal Audit
Strong project management skills
Strong analytical skills
Proficiency with analytics and reporting tools such as Power BI
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, PivotTables, Power Query, and macros
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with ability to manage competing priorities
Strong understanding of HR business processes, including recruiting, payroll, benefits, talent management, learning, performance management, and compliance
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong customer-service orientation
Knowledge of HR regulations and employment compliance requirements
Preferred: SAP SuccessFactors certification; SuccessFactors integrations, data imports/exports, reporting, and cross-module dependencies; cross-platform automations or AI-driven workflows; SharePoint administration; HR technology transformations, implementations, or major module enhancements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Where applicable, annual bonus eligibility
Paid vacation, sick and personal leave
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k)-retirement plan
Other benefits programs