HR Data & Onboarding Associate: Workday Specialist

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plans

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a HR Data and Onboarding Associate to support our Data Team on HR data processing in Workday and onboarding workflows. This role involves handling payroll-related transactions, verifying records for compliance, and ensuring deadlines are met.

The position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and teamwork in a fast-paced university environment, with opportunities to grow within HR operations and payroll processes.

Qualifications

• Sensitivity in handling confidential information.
• Commitment to handling questions and concerns with speed, accuracy, and professionalism.
• Sound judgment and discretion in referring inquiries to other HR staff members or units.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to adapt and change in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively as an individual contributor and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Process Human Resources and Payroll transactions into our Workday system.
• Handle transactions such as terminations, job changes, graduate assistant appointments, compensation changes, one-time payments, and background checks.
• Ensure timely processing in accordance with payroll deadlines for all employee types.
• Review and verify employee records and documentation for compliance with university policies and regulations.

Skills

Confidentiality

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organized

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

2+ years HR experience

Tools

Workday

Office 365 Suite

Job description

Penn State University is seeking a HR Data and Onboarding Associate to support our Data Team on HR data processing in Workday and onboarding workflows. This role involves handling payroll-related transactions, verifying records for compliance, and ensuring deadlines are met.

The position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and teamwork in a fast-paced university environment, with opportunities to grow within HR operations and payroll processes.