Human Resources Information System Administrator

POSITION SUMMARY The HRIS Administrator (Workday) is responsible for the full-cycle administration, configuration, security, and optimization of the Workday platform. This role serves as the technical subject matter expert, ensuring system integrity, scalable configuration, advanced reporting, and strong data governance across the HR technology ecosystem. This position requires deep, hands-on expertise in Workday backend configuration, advanced reporting, and security administration, along with the ability to partner cross-functionally to support business needs and drive continuous improvement. The role reports to the SVP, Human Resources and works in close partnership with Payroll and Finance. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Workday System Administration & Configuration • Serve as primary Workday system administrator across Workday modules, including but not limited to, HCM, Time Tracking, Benefits, Absence, Recruiting, and Payroll. • Configure and maintain business processes, calculated fields, condition rules, notifications, and validations. • Lead system optimization efforts to improve automation, data integrity, and user experience. • Manage tenant configuration, releases, and feature adoption planning. • Troubleshoot complex system issues and partner with Workday Support as needed. • Maintain system documentation, configuration workbooks, and change logs. Security Administration & Governance • Design, implement, and maintain Workday security framework (role-based and user-based). • Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments. • Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX, and data privacy requirements. • Manage domain security policies, business process security, and segregation of duties. • Support internal and external audit requests and maintain security documentation. Reporting & Analytics • Develop and maintain advanced Workday reports, dashboards, and calculated fields. • Build complex and composite reports to support HR, Finance, and business leaders. • Ensure reporting accuracy, performance, and data integrity. • Support data extracts, integrations, and downstream reporting needs. Integrations & External Vendor Data Connections • Manage and monitor Workday integrations and data connections with external vendors. • Partner with IT and vendors on integration design, testing, and issue resolution. • Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and reliability of data flows across systems. • Proactively identify and remediate integration risks. Data Governance & Access Management • Safeguard the confidentiality, integrity, and appropriate use of HRIS data. • Govern Workday access provisioning, role design, and conduct periodic access audits. • Oversee intake and prioritization of Workday reporting and data requests. • Promote data governance standards and best practices across stakeholders. Release Management & Continuous Improvement • Support Workday biannual releases, including impact analysis and testing, and recommend adoption strategy. • Drive continuous improvement and automation initiatives. • Lead testing cycles (unit, regression, UAT). • Provide Tier 2/3 production support. Stakeholder Partnership • Serve as technical advisor to HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT partners. • Translate business requirements into scalable Workday solutions. • Provide guidance on best practices and system capabilities. • Support training for HR and Payroll power users as needed. Other Duties as Assigned • This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, tasks, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this position. Duties, responsibilities, tasks, and activities of this position are subject to change at any time with or without notice. QUALIFICATIONS Required • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Information Systems, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience). • 5–7+ years of hands-on Workday administration experience. • Deep expertise in: • Workday business process configuration • Workday Calculated fields • Workday reporting (advanced & composite) • Workday security administration • Experience with Workday releases and tenant management. • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. • Strong ability to work independently and operate as a sole contributor. • Strong ability to partner cross-functionally with various corporate functional leaders to support business needs and drive continuous improvement. • Demonstrated experience supporting production environments. Preferred • Active Workday certification(s) strongly preferred, such as: • Workday HCM • Workday Report Writer • Workday Security • Workday Integrations • Experience with: • EIB and Core Connectors • Workday Studio • Prism Analytics • Workday Extend • Experience in multi-state, multi-entity, and complex business structure environments. • Experience supporting Workday implementations or major optimizations. • Knowledge of SOX controls and audit support. Working Conditions The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this role, consistent with ADA guidelines. This position operates in a primarily remote professional environment, with occasional onsite or in-person meetings as business needs require. Duties are primarily performed using a computer and may include extended periods of sitting or standing, participating in virtual meetings, and preparing and reviewing documents and data. Frequent communication occurs through video, phone, and digital collaboration tools. Compensation & Benefits Point Quest proudly offers competitive compensation and benefits for staff members at all levels. Full-time staff are offered a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Pay Range The posted salary range represents the national average compensation for this position. The base salary offered will vary based on location, experience, skills, and knowledge. The pay range does not reflect the total compensation package. Our rewards may include an annual bonus, flexible work arrangements, and many other region-specific benefits. Actual salary offered is dependent on the selected candidate’s skills, experience, and education at time of offer. Pre-Employment Requirements All offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of the Company’s onboarding process, including verification of eligibility and authorization to work in the United States. This employer participates in the E-Verify Program in order to verify the identity and work authorization of all newly hired employees. Equal Employment/Anti-Discrimination We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job