1099 Workday Administrator | Integrations, Studio & Projects

About Nava Nava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation working to make government services simple and effective. Since 2015, federal, state, and local agencies have trusted Nava to help solve highly scrutinized technology modernization challenges. As a client services company, we guide agencies constrained by legacy systems to a future with sharp user experiences built on secure, reliable, fault-tolerant cloud infrastructure. We bill for our time, offering our expertise and problem-solving approach to help our government partners enhance their digital products and services. People are at the heart of our work, from members of the public who rely on benefit programs to government agency staff. Through human-centered design and modern engineering best practices, we help our government partners understand user needs and deliver on their missions more effectively. This focus gives everyone at Nava the opportunity to do work that is meaningful, impactful, and deeply connected to public good. Position type: Hourly, full-time Contract type: 1099 independent contractor Reports to: HCM Manager Location: Remote (U.S.based) Contract duration: 6 months with possible conversion to direct hire Start date: ASAP Position summary We are hiring for a Workday Administrator who will focus on Integrations, Studio & Projects: own integrations, Studio development, and the Projects module. This Administrator will partner closely with other Workday Administrators and the HCM Manager to translate approved architectural and business decisions into working Workday configuration, and to keep Nava's Workday environment reliable, audit-ready, and continuously improving. Success in either role requires more than responding to tickets, we're looking for people who proactively identify data quality issues, process gaps, and configuration or integration improvements within their area, and elevate changes that impact core architecture. What you'll do Build and configure Business Processes (BPs), condition rules, and notifications within the architectural standards set by the HCM Manager Administer approved Workday security changes, including role- and user-based security groups, domain and business process security; perform periodic access reviews and **escalate** exceptions to the HCM Manager Build and maintain standard and custom reports, calculated fields, and dashboards for day-to-day operational needs Perform recurring data audits, validation, and reconciliation across Workday and connected systems; investigate discrepancies and remediate data quality issues Support data loads (EIBs) and mass data updates, following data standards set by the HCM Manager Monitor Workday releases and delivered functionality; perform impact analysis, configuration and regression testing, and coordinate UAT Provide first-line technical support, troubleshooting, and end-user training/job aids for the teams in their functional area Own day-to-day Workday incidents and service requests within their area from intake through resolution; triage by severity and business impact Support internal and external audit requests related to Workday configuration, access, reports, integrations, and HR data Integrations, Studio & Projects Monitor and support inbound and outbound Workday integrations, including EIBs, Core Connectors, Studio integrations, APIs/Web Services, scheduled file feeds, and vendor interfaces Build and maintain Workday Studio integrations; partner with IT and third‑party vendors on integration troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis Serve as lead administrator for the Workday Projects module (Finance SKU), configuring Business Processes, security, and reporting to support Staffing and Program Management Make recommendations about additional Workday SKUs or Projects features Nava could invest in Additionally, for Integrations, Studio & Projects Hands‑on experience with Workday Studio and integration development (EIBs, Core Connectors, APIs/Web Services) Ability and willingness to learn and administer the Projects module within the Finance SKU Experience with system integrations and API management Required skills Minimum 3–5 years of hands‑on Workday administration experience Workday certification in HCM Demonstrated ability to build reports and configure Business Processes across multiple Workday modules Experience with data loads (EIBs) and data migration Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Ability to execute effectively within an established architecture/governance framework, and **escalate** appropriately to the HCM Manager Excellent communication skills for technical and non‑technical audiences Experience with agile project methodologies Preferred skills Workday Pro or Workday Partner Certifications relevant to the role's focus area Hands‑on experience developing advanced reports, calculated fields, and dashboards; RaaS experience a plus (Payroll/Benefits/Talent focus) Experience integrating Workday with third‑party enterprise systems (Integrations/Studio/Projects focus) Experience in a high‑growth or consulting environment Please note: Consultants/Contractors are not eligible for Nava benefits unless hired in a full time capacity. Compensation

$65—$65 USD

Other requirements All roles at Nava require the following: Legal authorization to work in the United States Ability to meet any other requirements for government contracts for which candidates are hired Work authorization that doesn’t require visa sponsorship, now or in the future May be subject to a government background check or security clearance, depending on the contract Perks working with Nava Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs Insurance coverage — Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost Time off — vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays to rest and recharge Company holidays — enjoy 12 paid federal holidays each year on top of your regular PTO Annual bonus — when Nava meets its goals, eligible employees receive a performance‑based annual bonus Parental leave — paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home Wellness program — full platform offering physical, mental, & emotional health resources & support tools Virtual care — see doctors online with no copay through a virtual visit program (depending on available providers) Sabbatical leave — earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest 401(k) match — Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan Flexible work — remote‑first environment with flexibility built around your schedule and responsibilities Home office setup — company laptop & setup assistance provided via Staples for remote work needs Utility support — monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses Learning opportunities — internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills Development opportunities — LinkedIn Learning access & an annual allowance for courses, tuition, & certs Referral bonus — get rewarded when you refer great people who join the Nava team Commuter benefits — pre‑tax commuter programs to support in‑office travel when applicable Supportive culture — A collaborative and remote‑friendly team environment where people genuinely care Location We have fully remote options if you reside in one of the following states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, DC, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin *If you are not living in one of the states listed above, unfortunately, you will not be considered for a position at this time. Stay in touch Sign up for our newsletter to find out about career opportunities, new partnerships, and news from the broader civic tech community. Please contact the recruiting team at if you would like to request any form of reasonable accommodation during the application or interviewing process. We participate in E-Verify. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. This role requires you to work from the contiguous United States. Equal Employment Opportunity Nava is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, gender and/or gender identity or expression, color, creed, religion, religious creed, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, reproductive health autonomy, pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, domestic violence victim status, marital status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Nava prohibits any such discrimination or harassment. This policy applies to all employees, applicants, contractors, and temporary workers of Nava. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nava Public Benefit Corp.