Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Compassus is a healthcare organization committed to compassionate care and supporting its team members. The People Systems Analyst serves as a strategic partner by configuring, optimizing, and supporting Workday and other People Systems, particularly Core HCM and Advanced Compensation. The role also develops reports, resolves system issues, supports integrations, provides training, and contributes to cross-functional systems projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead configuration, testing, release management, and maintenance of Workday, specifically in Core HCM and Advanced Compensation modules
- Serve as a Workday subject matter expert and primary point of contact for production support and issue resolution
- Drive Workday updates and semi-annual feature release testing, partnering with People Systems, People Analytics, People Partner, and Recruiting teams
- Monitor system performance and proactively identify and resolve configuration issues or process inefficiencies
- Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze requirements, translate business needs into system solutions, and implement those solutions through configuration or reporting
- Develop, maintain, and deliver custom Workday reports, dashboards, and calculated fields where necessary
- Recommend and implement process improvements by leveraging new Workday features or best practices
- Perform root cause analysis on system issues and incidents, developing preventive solutions
- Support integrations between Workday and third-party systems where applicable (e.g., background check, candidate messaging)
- Maintain clear documentation of configurations, business processes, and training materials
- Provide training and support to end users and internal teams to promote Workday adoption and efficiency
- Participate in and sometimes lead cross-functional projects, including mergers, acquisitions, audits, and compliance initiatives
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, Business, or related field; or equivalent work/military experience
- Minimum of 2 years' experience supporting Workday as a systems analyst, administrator or consultant
- Experience with Workday Recruiting, Talent, Core HCM modules (configuration and support)
- Proven ability to manage configuration changes, testing cycles, and production deployments in Workday
- Proficiency in Workday reporting tools, calculated fields, condition rules, advanced reporting and matrix reporting
- Deep understanding of Workday's structure, configuration, and data relationships
- Ability to effectively translate business problems into Workday solutions
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across functional areas
- A continuous improvement mindset and commitment to process optimization
- Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds
- Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
- Workday Pro certification in Core HCM, Advanced Compensation, or other relevant modules
- Familiarity with Agile methodology, JIRA, or similar tools for tracking work and managing enhancements
- Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills, including formulas, data transformation, and reporting
- Experience with Workday integrations (EIBs, Core Connectors, or Studio) is a plus
Benefits
- Fully remote work arrangement
- Leadership pathways
- Mentorship
- Personalized professional development
- Flexible time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness programs
- Recognition programs that honor contributions
- A supportive team using the latest tools and technologies
- A culture of belonging where team members are valued for their unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion
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