Workday Analyst: HR Systems & Process Optimizer

Patterson Companies; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Patterson Companies is seeking an HR Technology Analyst to support and optimize the Workday platform. You will act as the technical go-to for HR Workday modules, ensuring accurate configuration, data integrity, and user-friendly processes across Talent, Learning, Recruiting, and Benefits.

You will partner with HR and business stakeholders to drive improvements, manage releases, and document configurations while staying current with Workday roadmaps and industry trends.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on Workday configuration experience in one or more modules (Talent, Learning, Recruiting, Absence, Benefits).
• Strong understanding of Workday architecture, security model, and business process framework.
• Ability to translate business needs into system requirements and document solutions clearly.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical expert for assigned Workday modules, understanding functionality, dependencies, user experience, and documentation needs.
• Provide day-to-day support by troubleshooting issues, resolving system errors, analyzing process flaws, and handling routine operational activities.
• Prepare for and support semi-annual Workday releases, including regression testing and implementing required updates.
• Configure and maintain Workday functionality across one or more modules (Talent, Learning, Advanced Compensation, Recruiting, or Benefits).
• Collaborate with HR leaders to design, test, and implement process improvements.

Skills

Workday configuration

Advanced Excel

Requirements gathering

Documentation & training

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

HR systems knowledge

Job description

Patterson Companies is seeking an HR Technology Analyst to support and optimize the Workday platform. You will act as the technical go-to for HR Workday modules, ensuring accurate configuration, data integrity, and user-friendly processes across Talent, Learning, Recruiting, and Benefits.

You will partner with HR and business stakeholders to drive improvements, manage releases, and document configurations while staying current with Workday roadmaps and industry trends.