HRIS Analyst - Workday (Open to hiring at the senior level)

Company Description

Why Wellmark: We are a mutual insurance company owned by our policy holders across Iowa and South Dakota, and we’ve built our reputation on over 85 years’ worth of trust. We are not motivated by profits. We are motivated by the well-being of our friends, family, and neighbors–our members. If you’re passionate about joining an organization working hard to put its members first, to provide best-in-class service, and one that is committed to sustainability and innovation, consider applying today! 

Job Description

Are you a natural problem solver with a propensity for digging deeper into the “what-ifs” of a complex situation? We are looking for an HRIS professional; one who is an active participant and analyst, asking all the right questions and thinking up and down stream in partnership with collaborative teams. If you love thinking more broadly and are passionate about working cross-functionally with others to ensure comprehensive solutions to multifaceted problems, this might be the role for you.  Ideally, you will also have Workday HCM experience, supporting configurations, upgrades, and annual HR processes.  

You will be responsible for overall system performance, configuration, troubleshooting, maintenance, security, upgrades, user experience and testing of 3rd party applications that support core Human Resources functions. This includes optimizing performance of our systems, gathering data and making recommendations based on business needs, reporting, issue resolution, integrations, maintenance and other HR/technical projects. 

Qualifications

Preferred Experience:  

• Experience with Workday HCM 
• Experience with Smart Recruiters and/or Cornerstone  
• Knowledge of Agile ways of working (SAFe)  

HRIS Analyst Required Experience to be considered: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field, or direct and applicable work experience. 
• 2+ years experience supporting an HRIS system, including: 
  • Testing and troubleshooting. 
  • Developing user documentation. 
  • Training end users. 
  • Capturing stakeholder requirements and building/developing reports accordingly. 
  • Strong functional knowledge of key HR business processes (onboarding, compensation, benefits, payroll, performance management, etc.). 
  • Consulting and translating technical information for stakeholders to understand system processes, issue resolution options, and general functionality. 
  • Experience applying problem-solving methodologies. 
  • Documenting processes and performing diagnostic tests and audits. 
• Effective communication, both verbal and written, with the ability to consult with all levels of the organization. 
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze situations and provide clear, logical information and innovative solutions. 
• Strong technical acumen with the ability to learn new systems quickly. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft products, especially advanced functions in Excel. 
• Exceptional discretion and judgment to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data. 

Senior HRIS Analyst required experience to be considered:  

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field and/or equivalent work experience. 
• 4+ years experience supporting an HRIS system including: 
• 1+ years experience with Workday HCM  
• Researching and implementing new systems, capturing and mapping system requirements, and reviewing requirements for system selection. 
• Key contributor in the successful implementation of at least one significant HRIS module or change initiative (e.g., applicant tracking, payroll, learning management). 
• Testing and troubleshooting HRIS systems. 
• Developing comprehensive user documentation. 
• Training end users. 
• Leading interface with an external (3rd party) vendor (hosted solution). 
• Capturing and consulting on stakeholder requirements, and building and developing solutions accordingly. 
• Functional knowledge of key HR business processes (employee life cycle, compensation, benefits, payroll, and supporting operations). 

Additional Information

a. Provide analytical and technical support for general maintenance, data integrity, issue resolution and process improvements to optimize system functionality and ensure successful outcomes.

b. Serve as a subject matter expert and HRIS technical resource for implementation of annual HR programs and business processes, such as compliance reporting, open enrollment, performance management and compensation administration activities. This includes development of related electronic interfaces, data reporting requirements, te