Senior Workday HCM Analyst

$101.23k - $138.41k

Arvada, CO

# Senior Workday HCM AnalystApplylocations: Arvada Annex Buildingtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 4 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: July 31, 2026 (9 days left to apply)job requisition id: 2026-0158**Internal Candidates must apply through Jobs Hub in Workday.****All positions close Friday morning at 12:01am.**Apply to join our team today! The City of Arvada promotes Equal Pay for Equal Work. Starting salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity. **The range listed reflects the entire range and typical placement is entry to mid range.**Pay Range: $101,228.82-$138,414.89 AnnualThis position begins with working in the office five days per week while you learn the role, our systems, and our team. Upon successful completion of onboarding and training, you'll be eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a minimum of three days per week in the office.Are you a Workday expert who enjoys turning technology into better business outcomes? The City is seeking a **Senior Workday HCM Analyst** to serve as the lead functional and technical expert for Workday HCM. In this highly collaborative role, you'll manage configuration, optimization, and governance for Human Resources while partnering with Payroll, Finance, Information Technology, and departments across the organization to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions.As the Human Resources Workday subject matter expert, you'll lead complex system initiatives, enhance business processes and ensure the integrity and performance of critical HR data and technology. This role offers the opportunity improve the employee experience and help shape the future of HR technology through continuous improvement and strategic innovation.Essential Job Functions* Serves as the lead analyst and subject matter expert for Workday and related HR technology systems, ensuring optimal functionality, security, performance, and compliance.* Configures and maintains complex Workday business processes, organizational structures, workflows, notifications, and system settings.* Leads the evaluation, design, implementation, testing, and deployment of system enhancements, upgrades, new functionality, and process improvements.* Partners with Human Resources, Payroll, Finance, Information Technology, and departmental leaders to analyze business needs and develop technology solutions that support organizational objectives.* Leads HRIS projects and initiatives, including system implementations, module deployments, process redesign efforts, data conversions, and integration projects.* Develops and maintains workforce analytics, dashboards, key performance indicators, and strategic reports to support data-driven decision-making.* Oversees human resources data governance practices and conducts audits to ensure data integrity, consistency, security, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.* Provides advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis.* Researches and evaluates new Workday functionality and emerging HR technologies and recommends solutions that improve efficiency, automation, and user experience.* Leads system testing efforts, including regression, integration, and user acceptance testing, ensuring successful implementation of changes.* Establishes and maintains HRIS standards, procedures, governance practices, and documentation.* Develops reporting strategies and ensures compliance with internal reporting requirements and external regulatory reporting obligations.* Provides technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to HR staff, system users, and less experienced analysts.* Collaborates with vendors and consultants to resolve issues, implement enhancements, and optimize system performance.* Develops and delivers training programs, user resources, and communication materials to support system adoption and continuous improvement.* Maintains confidentiality of employee, compensation, medical, and organizational information.Other Job Functions* Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities* Advanced principles and practices of Human Resources Information Systems administration.* Workday architecture, functionality, business processes, reporting, security, and integrations.* Human Resources operations, including compensation, benefits, payroll, talent acquisition, performance management, learning, and workforce planning.* Data governance, data management, reporting, and workforce analytics methodologies.* Systems implementation, project management, and change management principles.* Information security, privacy standards, and access control practices.* Business process improvement and organizational effectiveness principles.* Applicable federal, state, and local employment regulations affecting HR systems and records.* Advanced Workday administration and configuration.* Workforce analytics, dashboard development, and data visualization.* Business process analysis and workflow optimization.* Complex problem-solving and root cause analysis.* Project leadership and cross-functional collaboration.* Data validation, auditing, and quality assurance.* Technical documentation and process mapping.* Presenting technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.* Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.* Lead complex HR technology projects and initiatives.* Translate business requirements into effective technology solutions.* Analyze large data sets and develop actionable recommendations.* Manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.* Exercise independent judgment and decision-making.* Influence partners and build collaborative partnerships.* Communicate effectively with executives, managers, employees, vendors, and technical staff.* Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism.* Adapt to changing technologies and organizational priorities.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred * Workday Pro Certifications or equivalent Workday training.* Experience administering multiple Workday modules.* Familiarity with municipal government of public sector HRIS environments.Licenses and Certifications* Valid Colorado Driver's License and acceptable driving record. Other Qualifications* Must obtain and maintain a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Certification.* Must pass a criminal background check and a driving record check, if required by the position.Education Degree* Bachelors Degree (BA, BS, BBA)Education Major* Computer Science, Human Resources or related field.Education Required* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.Work Experience Related* Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in a Human Resources environment administering, configuring, and optimizing Human Resources Information Systems.* Three (3) years of advanced Workday administration experiencePhysical Demands* Minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.Hazards* Minimal exposure to hazards are typically found in general office environment where there is rarely to no exposure to injury or accident.Work Environment* Exposure to routine office noise and equipment.The City of Arvada offers a robust Total Rewards package. To find out more details, select here.**Vision:** We Dream Big and Deliver**Mission:** We are dedicated to delivering superior services to enhance the lives of everyone in our community.**Values:*** *Innovation*: We excel in creativity, flexibility and the use of best practices while valuing diverse backgrounds, ideas and perspectives.* *Passion*: We are a high performing, inclusive team inspiring each other to pursue excellence.* *Opportunity*: We value our diversity, embrace possibilities, face challenges, persevere and take action to deliver quality results.The City’s Core values are in every employee’s individual Performance Plan which helps us to reinforce our expectations for living and working by our Core Values.Every City employee is expected to perform his/her job to the highest professional standards. This includes upholding the City’s values with integrity and accountability, acting in a manner that is respectful and inclusive towards others, and adhering to the City’s policy on employee conduct as detailed in the personnel rules sec. 70-143.
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