Job Description
Job Description Job Title Workday HCM System Administrator
Location Hybrid - 50% onsite in Cleveland, OH; or Chicago, IL
Employment Type Full-time, Permanent
Salary Range $80,000-$125,000/year
Work Hours 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST
Visa Sponsorship / C2C / H1B Not accepted; U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders only
Background/Reference Checks Required
Interview Process Multi-step process including video interviews and final onsite discussion
Role Overview We are seeking a highly technical Workday HCM System Administrator to serve as the primary owner of Workday configuration, security, and business process design. This role sits within the IT department and requires hands-on expertise in Workday system administration, data governance, and technical troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will operate autonomously as the internal Workday expert and collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and IT teams.
Key Responsibilities System Administration & Configuration
- Serve as the primary technical administrator for Workday HCM, ensuring stability, security, and performance across all modules (Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Recruiting, Absence)
- Configure and maintain business processes, calculated fields, notifications, and security roles
- Manage user access, domain policies, and role-based security frameworks
- Perform EIB data loads, audits, and validations to maintain data integrity
- Troubleshoot system issues and manage integrations with internal and external systems
- Monitor system performance and resolve escalated Tier 2/3 support issues
Data Management & Reporting
- Maintain data accuracy and compliance with governance standards
- Support data migration and validation for new features or module rollouts
- Build and maintain advanced reports and dashboards for HR, Finance, and Payroll
- Collaborate with Finance on position management and cost center hierarchies
Collaboration & Change Management
- Partner with HRIS, Finance, Payroll, and IT teams to deliver scalable solutions
- Manage change control processes, including configuration tracking and stakeholder communication
- Lead testing and documentation for Workday semi-annual updates and enhancements
- Provide user training and create documentation to promote adoption
Continuous Improvement
- Stay current on Workday Community updates and best practices
- Lead or support enhancement projects and new module implementations
- Drive process improvements and promote system optimization
Required Qualifications - Minimum 3 years of experience as a Workday HCM System Administrator or HRIS Analyst
- Strong hands-on experience with Core HCM and related modules (Compensation, Benefits, Absence)
- Proven ability to configure business processes, security roles, calculated fields, and perform EIB data loads
- Experience maintaining data governance standards and ensuring compliance
- Demonstrated success partnering with Finance and Payroll for data alignment
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lead testing and documentation for Workday updates
Preferred Qualifications - Workday certifications in Core HCM, Reporting, or Security
- Experience supporting Workday implementations or new module rollouts
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related technical field; HR or Accounting background a plus
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Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, H1b, Visa sponsorship,