Senior HRIS Analyst; Salt Lake , Utah

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The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

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• Plays a key role in configuring, enhancing, and supporting various Workday modules, including HCM, Advanced Compensation, Recruiting, Talent/Performance, Benefits, and HCM Integrations.
• Manages and administers Workday security groups, foundational tables, and Workday inbound and outbound HCM integrations.
• Partners and consults closely with leaders, business, and support teams to understand system end-user needs and provide recommendations to keep Workday business processes simple and efficient. Communicates system-related enhancements, releases, and upgrades.
• Leads continuous improvement projects, such as improving Workday processes, workflows, integrations, and data integrity.
• Ensures accuracy and integrity of organizational data within the HCM.
• Manages Workday releases and updates, which include researching functionality, conducting testing, and communicating options for changes or enhancements, as applicable.
• Provides end-user troubleshooting, issue remediation, technology request assistance, and escalation management, using ticketing or tracking systems. Monitors recurring issues, system, data, or process gaps, and proactively identify potential sources of increased efficiency and enhancements.
• Broadens internal knowledge of Workday through job aids and other training materials.
• Regularly supports People & Talent initiatives and projects by researching technology solutions and executing deliverables on time.
• Works closely with other team members to brainstorm, strategize, and complete ad hoc requests creatively, effectively, and efficiently.
• Serves as subject matter expert, mentors team members, and assists with training new team members.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

This job description provides a general representation of job requirements, rather than a comprehensive list of all required responsibilities or work activities. The contents of this document or related job requirements are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.

• Must currently reside in, or be willing to relocate to, the Salt Lake City, Utah area within 90 days of offer acceptance.

• Ability to work on-site at the Salt Lake City office four (4) days per week, with the option of working remotely on Fridays as scheduled by the department.
• Work Location:
  
  This position is based in the Salt Lake City office and follows a hybrid schedule. While onboarding may include some remote flexibility, the role is expected to be primarily in-office moving forward.

• Knowledge of HR systems maintenance and support, including the execution of system changes (updates, integrations, new configurations) and system testing.
• Practical knowledge of verifying data for import into systems or for use in reports, spreadsheets, graphs, and flow charts.
• Advanced knowledge of…