1099 Workday Administrator | Integrations, Studio & Projects

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. Through human-centered design and modern engineering best practices, we help our government partners understand user needs and deliver on their missions more effectively. Hourly, full-time Contract type: 1099 independent contractor Location: Remote (U.Contract duration: ASAP 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 escalate changes that impact core architecture. Administer approved Workday security changes, including role- and user-based security groups, domain and business process security; 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; 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; 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 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 Experience with agile project methodologies 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) Consultants/Contractors are not eligible for Nava benefits unless hired in a full time capacity. Legal authorization to work in the United States 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 Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost 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 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) earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest 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 monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills LinkedIn Learning access & an annual allowance for courses, tuition, & certs Referral bonus — pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care We have fully remote options if you reside in one of the following states: Sign up for our newsletter to find out about career opportunities, new partnerships, and news from the broader civic tech community. com if you would like to request any form of reasonable accommodation during the application or interviewing process. 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