Workday Analyst

About Audubon

The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at www.audubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Workday Analyst for a 9-month, term-limited role with the potential for renewal, to support the optimization of our Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) and Recruiting modules. This role will focus on translating business process improvement and configuration recommendations into system configuration, testing, and deployment.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, HRIS hands-on role ideal for someone who can partner closely with People Operations and Talent Acquisition teams to improve system functionality, streamline workflows, and ensure successful implementation of enhancements.

This position is classified as hybrid, in accordance with Audubon’s “Where We Work” Policy. Hybrid employees are expected to work in an Audubon office every Monday and Tuesday and an additional two days each month of the employee’s choosing. Candidates should be located within commuting distance of Audubon's offices in Washington, DC or New York, NY.

Compensation:

• $80,000 - $90,000 / year = Washington, DC

• $88,000 - $100,000 / year = New York, NY

Essential Functions:

• Configure, test, and deploy Workday enhancements across HCM and Recruiting, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery.

• Partner with People Operations and Talent Acquisition stakeholders to optimize business processes, translating functional recommendations into system configurations within Workday

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, data quality, and user experience across Workday processes

• Partner with stakeholders to validate system changes and ensure alignment with business needs

• Troubleshoot system issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions.

• Develop comprehensive documentation including standard operating procedures, configuration guides, and training materials to support adoption and system usage.

• Maintains and fosters culture of safety.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 3–5+ years of hands-on Workday experience, with strong configuration experience in:

  • HCM

  • Recruiting

  • Security

• Demonstrated ability to apply systems thinking to Workday configuration, anticipating how changes impact interconnected modules and cross-functional workstreams, and recommending solutions that optimize the platform holistically

• Experience implementing system enhancements and process improvements

• Experience documenting processes and SOPs

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable solutions

• Proven ability to clearly communicate system changes, enhancements, and impacts to stakeholders in a way that is easily understood, driving alignment and adoption

• Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.

• Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.

National Audubon Society Competencies: This role will also be accountable to apply and develop the following competencies.

Fostering Relationships: Build trust, mutual respect, and understanding through regular and genuine interactions while promoting a positive and inclusive environment. 

Analytical Thinking: Recognize and value diverse perspectives and experiences in data analysis to foster a more comprehensive and equitable approach to problem-solving. 

Creativity and Innovation: Leverage creativity and imagination to generate new insights and solutions while embracing diverse ideas and approaches that foster innovation. 

Facilitating Change: Work with others to explore innovative approaches to problem-solving while promoting inclusivity, equity, accessibility, and belonging in the change process. 

Team Leadership: Communicate vision and engage others or the team to solve problems while valuing diverse perspectives and fostering inclusivity. 

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.

Accessibility Statement

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