Director of HRIS (Workday)

This role provides strategic leadership for the organization's HR technology ecosystem, including Workday HCM. This role is responsible for HRIS governance, workforce analytics, system optimization, data integrity, compliance, and digital transformation initiatives that support business objectives and enhance the employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the HR technology roadmap aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead HRIS governance, data management, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, Benefits, Learning & Development, and Recruiting to optimize processes and data flow.
• Support organizational growth, restructuring, acquisitions, and strategic workforce initiatives.
• Manage HR technology vendor relationships and service delivery.

HRIS & Systems Management

• Oversee Workday configuration, security, business processes, integrations, and system performance.
• Lead system enhancements, releases, testing, and implementation of new functionality.
• Maintain HR data security, access controls, audit readiness, and system governance.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and process improvements.

Analytics & Reporting

• Develop and maintain workforce analytics, dashboards, and executive reporting.
• Provide insights to support workforce planning, turnover analysis, compensation planning, and organizational effectiveness.
• Establish reporting standards and ensure data accuracy across HR systems.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop HRIS team members.
• Drive a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead change management and user adoption efforts for HR technology initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Advanced Workday HCM expertise, including configuration, security, reporting, and integrations.
• Strong knowledge of HR technology strategy, governance, and process improvement.
• Experience with HRIS architecture, business processes, and system optimization.
• Proficiency in reporting and analytics tools, including Power BI.
• Strong understanding of HR, Payroll, Benefits, Talent, Learning, and Leave functions.
• Proven leadership, project management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning abilities.
• Commitment to data security, privacy, and compliance.

Education & Experience

• Required: Extensive Workday experience with administration, configuration, security, reporting, and integrations.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Information Systems, or a related field required; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• 7+ years of progressive HRIS experience.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing teams, projects, or enterprise HR technology initiatives.
• Experience supporting multi-state organizations and leading system implementations and enhancements.

Benefits We Offer

• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health and Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Care.com Membership & Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Coverage (Disability, Critical Illness, Accident)
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities

This position is eligible for remote work in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin.