HRIS Analyst II - Workday New Norfolk, VA

The New York Times Company; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable pay

Restricted stock

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

The New York Times Company in Norfolk, VA is seeking an HRIS Analyst II to optimize Workday Benefits, Core HCM, and HR reporting. You will configure systems, troubleshoot issues, analyze data, and support production tasks while partnering with senior HRIS analysts.

This hybrid role requires at least 2 years of Workday experience, a strong Excel/Sheets skillset, and the ability to translate technical findings for non-technical partners.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in an HRIS Analyst role or comparable HR systems position.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience using Workday.
• Professional experience in HR, Payroll, and Benefits operations.
• Experience with Workday report writing and generation.
• Background in maintaining Workday business processes, security protocols, system releases, notifications, and automated mass operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, macros, modeling.
• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, collaboration.
• Experience conveying complex technical concepts and data findings into clear, accessible recommendations for non-technical partners.

Responsibilities

• Be subject matter expert for the Workday Benefits module, with expertise extending to core HCM, Payroll, and/or Absence and Time Tracking.
• Lead the system configuration for Benefits Annual Enrollment.
• Be the primary contact for benefits-related vendor integrations and resolution of technical issues.
• Deliver technical and user support for Workday, handling questions, troubleshooting, and resolving issues across supported modules.
• Execute assigned production support tickets and project tasks with high accuracy and within target deadlines.
• Maintain HCM production support processes, encompassing monitoring, detailed analysis, and issue resolution.
• Define, refine, and maintain business process configurations.
• Configure, schedule, and oversee automated mass actions and system alert notifications.
• Participate in Workday's biannual feature update cycles.
• Collaborate with the Workday Security team to configure and maintain domain and business process security policies.
• Design and deploy Workday solutions tailored to meet functional requirements and improve operational efficiency.
• Test, and implement new feature enhancements, analyzing impacts across HCM, Benefits, Payroll, reporting, and integrations.
• Audit and validate system data and reports to preserve data integrity and maintain internal control standards.
• Review end-user data entry practices to identify process gaps and strengthen data governance controls.
• Provide HRIS system maintenance, solution implementations, and module troubleshooting.
• Partner with senior HRIS analysts to achieve shared goals, exchange technical knowledge, and foster skill growth.
• Engage with HR partners to lead new module functionality, enhancements, and broader HCM programs.
• Communicate technical insights, analytical findings to non-technical partners.
• You will report to the HRIS Senior Manager.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Workday

Google Sheets

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for.

About the Role, Mission or Department Overview

The HRIS Analyst II reports directly to the HRIS Senior Manager and is important for optimizing and supporting Workday Benefits, Core HCM, HR reporting, and related areas. Primary responsibilities include system configuration, issue troubleshooting, data analysis, testing, production support, and creating mid-level reports. Working with senior HRIS analysts, the HR operations team, and partners, you will guide enhancements to provide HR technology solutions.

This is a hybrid role based in our Norfolk, VA office. You can typically expect to come into the office 2+ days/week.

Responsibilities:

• Be subject matter expert for the Workday Benefits module, with expertise extending to core HCM, Payroll, and/or Absence and Time Tracking.
• Lead the system configuration for Benefits Annual Enrollment.
• Be the primary contact for benefits-related vendor integrations and resolution of technical issues.
• Deliver technical and user support for Workday, handling questions, troubleshooting, and resolving issues across supported modules.
• Execute assigned production support tickets and project tasks with high accuracy and within target deadlines.
• Maintain HCM production support processes, encompassing monitoring, detailed analysis, and issue resolution.
• Define, refine, and maintain business process configurations.
• Configure, schedule, and oversee automated mass actions and system alert notifications.
• Participate in Workday's biannual feature update cycles.
• Collaborate with the Workday Security team to configure and maintain domain and business process security policies.
• Design and deploy Workday solutions tailored to meet functional requirements and improve operational efficiency.
• Test, and implement new feature enhancements, analyzing impacts across HCM, Benefits, Payroll, reporting, and integrations.
• Audit and validate system data and reports to preserve data integrity and maintain internal control standards.
• Review end-user data entry practices to identify process gaps and strengthen data governance controls.
• Provide HRIS system maintenance, solution implementations, and module troubleshooting.
• Partner with senior HRIS analysts to achieve shared goals, exchange technical knowledge, and foster skill growth.
• Engage with HR partners to lead new module functionality, enhancements, and broader HCM programs.
• Communicate technical insights, analytical findings to non-technical partners.
• You will report to the HRIS Senior Manager.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in an HRIS Analyst role or comparable HR systems position.
• Minimum 2 years of hands‑on experience using Workday.
• Professional experience in HR, Payroll, and Benefits operations.
• Experience with Workday report writing and generation.
• Background in maintaining Workday business processes, security protocols, system releases, notifications, and automated mass operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, macros, modeling.
• Exceptional problem‑solving, analytical, collaboration.
• Experience conveying complex technical concepts and data findings into clear, accessible recommendations for non-technical partners.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands‑on experience managing Workday benefits, Workday Time Tracking and Absence modules.
• Familiarity with additional Workday modules and teams, such as Security, Integrations, and Prism Analytics.
• Experience with benefits management and Annual Enrollment.

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Additional Compensation and Benefits:

For roles in the U.S., dependent on your role, you may be eligible for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock. Benefits may include medical, dental and vision benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s), a company-matching 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.

For roles outside of the U.S., information on benefits will be provided during the interview process.

The annual base pay range for this role is between:

$75,000 - $95,000 USD

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