Workday Functional Analyst

Easterseals Southern California transforms lives every day. For over a century, Easterseals has championed inclusion and independence—delivering essential services like early childhood programs, autism services, employment and independent living support to more than 29,000 people each year. Through advocacy and education, we break barriers and create opportunities for the one-in-four Americans with disabilities. 

The Workday Analyst is responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of our HRIS systems, with a focus on the Workday platform, ensuring that the HR systems meet the needs of the organization and provide efficient solutions for HR processes & automation. Analyze, designs, implements, and supports Workday HCM solutions to ensure the effective management of employee data, payroll, benefits, recruitment, performance management, and learning.

Starting Salary Range: $87k - $110k / yr.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION: Responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of our HRIS systems, with a focus on the Workday platform, ensuring that the HR systems meet the needs of the organization and provide efficient solutions for HR processes & automation. Analyze, designs, implements, and supports Workday HCM solutions to ensure the effective management of employee data, payroll, benefits, recruitment, performance management, and learning.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

• Configures and customizes the Workday HCM module to align with business needs.
• Regularly update and maintain the system for compliance, feature enhancements, and process improvements.
• Oversees data integrity and ensure consistent data standards within Workday HCM.
• Supports data migration efforts during implementations or updates.
• Creates and manages custom reports, dashboards, and analytics within Workday to provide insights for HR and management teams.
• Ensures data accuracy and provide real-time access to key metrics.
• Collaborates with HR and business stakeholders to gather requirements and design solutions that meet organizational goals.
• Provides recommendations on system optimizations and integrations.
• Conducts testing for new configurations, integrations, and system updates.
• Troubleshoots and resolves technical issues, escalating to Workday support as necessary.
• Provides end-user training and support for HR teams and managers.
• Develops documentation, guides, and training materials for Workday HCM users.
• Leads or supports Workday HCM implementation projects, including project planning, milestone tracking, and resource coordination.

EDUCATION:

Requires Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant work experience

EXPERIENCE:

• 4+ years in HR Systems support, with 2 - 3+ years specifically in Workday HCM support
• Workday HCM configuration/troubleshooting experience within multiple fields (HCM, Recruitment, Benefits, Payroll, Learning, Performance management modules)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• In-depth knowledge of Workday HCM modules, such as Core HCM, Payroll, Talent Management, and Absence Management.
• Familiarity with Workday reporting, security configurations, business process frameworks, and integrations.
• Strong ability to analyze HR processes and data, as well as to design and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to collaborate with HR teams, IT, and business stakeholders, and effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical users.
• Experience in leading projects, organizing tasks, and meeting deadlines.

Carrying/Lifting: Occasional
Standing: Occasional
Sitting: Constant
Walking: Occasional
Repetitive Motion/Activity: The working conditions are generally favorable. Lighting andtemperatures are adequate
Visual Acuity: The working conditions are generally favorable. Lighting andtemperatures are adequate
Travel: 10% of the time
Environmental Exposure: None