Human Resources Business Systems Analyst II

Washington County, Oregon; United States; On-site; USD 91,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County in Oregon seeks a skilled HRIS Analyst to support and optimize the Workday HCM platform, focusing on end-user support, system health, and data integrity across HR functions, with a primary emphasis on recruitment workflows.

You will collaborate with Talent Acquisition and IT partners to configure processes, manage security, develop reports, and assist with upgrades, integrations, testing, and enhancements to ensure Workday serves operations effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, technology, human resources, or related field with 2+ years HRIS hands-on experience.
• Associate degree in business, technology, human resources or related field with 4+ years HRIS hands-on experience.
• Six years of HRIS hands-on experience or equivalent across data management, input, ad hoc reporting, and system support.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical contact for recruiting and core HCM processes.
• Act as a project manager for HRIS projects and initiatives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve HRIS/system issues.
• Configure Workday business processes.
• Support report development.
• Manage user security.
• Assist with system upgrades, testing, integrations, and enhancements.

Skills

HRIS experience

Data management

Ad hoc reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/technology/HR or related field

Associate degree in business/technology/HR or related field

Six years of hands-on HRIS experience

Tools

Workday HCM

Workday ATS

Job description

Job Details

Note: This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the end date listed.

Job Type: Regular Pay Range: $90,615.36 - $115,626.24 Salary Department: Human Resources (HR) FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Analyst to support and optimize our Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) platform. This role is responsible for providing high volume end user support, maintaining system health, and ensuring data integrity across key HR functional areas, with a primary focus on collaborating with our Talent Acquisition Team to enhance our use of Workday’s Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

The Workday Analyst will:

• Serve as a technical point of contact for recruiting and core HCM processes;
• Act as a project manager for assigned HRIS projects and initiatives;
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues;
• Configure business processes;
• Support report development;
• Manage user security;
• Assist with system upgrades, testing cycles, integrations, and enhancement deployments.

This position will work closely with HR stakeholders, IT partners, Talent Acquisition partners and subject matter experts from across Washington County to ensure Workday effectively supports operational and strategic HR and Recruiting needs.

Preferred experience includes:

• Public sector HR operations
• Workday HCM and ATS support
• Business process configuration
• Workday report writing (including dashboards and scheduled reports)
• Managing Workday security roles
• Project management
• Stakeholder engagement
• End-user training and documentation

Candidates should bring strong analytical skills, a commitment to excellent customer service, and the ability to translate business requirements into effective system solutions.

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

HR data management practices, including research, data collection, documentation methods, and Workday report writing to support data integrity and system reliability Workday functional areas, especially HCM Core and Recruiting, with the ability to support configuration, business processes, and system troubleshooting Interpreting federal, state, and local laws, regulations, labor contract provisions, and HR policies related Skill in interviewing and collaborating with stakeholders to accurately gather information and translate business needs into effective system and process solutions Ability to perform research and analysis to assess system issues, identify customer needs, and develop logical, data-driven recommendations Skill in preparing clear narrative and statistical reports and communicating information effectively in individual and group settings Ability to develop user guidance and training materials and clearly explain HRIS processes, workflows, and system functionality to staff with varying technical knowledge Ability to independently manage HRIS projects and ensure assigned initiatives progress on schedule and align with organizational and stakeholder requirements

To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: HR Business Systems Analyst II Job Classification

Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in business, technology, human resources, or related field, and a minimum of two (2) years of hands on HRIS experience or applicable business systems including data management, input, ad hoc reporting, and system support; OR Associate degree in business, technology, human resources or related field, and a minimum of four (4) years of hands on HRIS experience or applicable business systems including data management, input, ad hoc reporting, and system support; OR Six (6) years of hands on HRIS experience or applicable business systems including data management, input, ad hoc reporting, and system support.

Selection Process:

You can review our standard selection process here.

Our commitment to you:

Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.

Veterans' Preference:

If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or email: [e-mail] at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Status of Your Application:

You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.

Notice:

Washington County is currently undergoing a comprehensive classification and compensation study. The purpose of this project is to create new job descriptions and create new classification and compensation systems. Outcomes of the project will include changes to classification titles, which could impact compensation structures. No one will have their pay rate lowered because of this project. For represented positions, appropriate bargaining processes will be utilized prior to implementation.