Workday Specialist (Entry-Level)

Role Overview

This entry-level Workday Specialist position in Houston, TX supports global HR technology operations on the Workday platform. The role works closely with the Senior Global Workday Administrator to help with system setup, reporting, user training, data maintenance, security administration, issue resolution, and release readiness.

Key Duties

• Assist the Senior Global Workday Administrator with setting up business processes, fulfilling ad hoc reporting requests, delivering training to end users, and maintaining global Workday data.
• Help manage Workday security roles and access permissions so that data access remains appropriate and compliant.
• Carry out scheduled and one-off data audits and quality checks, and partner with regional teams to correct discrepancies at the source.
• Review and investigate system errors reported by employees around the world, with support from the Senior Global Workday Administrator.
• Support HR teams worldwide in preparing for Workday releases by reviewing release notes, identifying impacts, communicating updates, and coordinating testing.
• Take part in the full system lifecycle when needed, including design, testing, documentation, and deployment of enhancements and new features.
• Help research, diagnose, and resolve system issues while providing global user support.
• Work with the Senior Global Workday Administrator to adjust and tailor Workday, and to test new applications and functionality.
• Perform additional related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

The ideal candidate should have strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical ideas to non-technical audiences. You should be comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment, converting business needs into system configurations, and working with a high degree of accuracy. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving ability are important for this role.

Familiarity with HR policies and procedures is needed to ensure the Workday platform supports organizational requirements. Hands-on knowledge of Workday HCM and Workday Payroll is expected, along with the ability to work independently as well as with cross-functional teams across regions. The role also requires discretion with confidential information and proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar tools.

Experience and Education

This position calls for 1 to 2 years of practical experience with Workday HCM and Payroll. A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related discipline is required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.