HRIS Analyst
Barefoot Student · San Jose, CA · Yesterday
Human Resources$91k–$120k/yrFull-time
About the role
This newly established HRIS Analyst role sits within HR Operations and builds a dedicated systems-support capability as the function scales. It is an individual-contributor position designed for someone early-to-mid career in HR systems who wants to build deep Workday expertise. The role works closely with the Process Optimization Program Manager, Workday, and partners regularly with Payroll, Compensation, Learning & Development, Talent Acquisition, and IT.
Responsibilities
- Process routine data changes, mass updates, and business process configuration in Workday, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established standards.
- Monitor data quality and flag inconsistencies or errors for correction, escalating complex issues as needed.
- Support user access and security role administration, including periodic audits.
- Build and maintain standard and ad hoc Workday reports and dashboards to support HR and business stakeholders.
- Respond to data requests from HR functional teams, ensuring accuracy and appropriate turnaround time.
- Support recurring workforce reporting and compliance-related data submissions.
- Execute test scripts and support UAT and regression testing for Workday releases, configuration changes, and enhancements.
- Document test results and defects clearly, and support triage of issues identified during testing cycles.
- Serve as a front-line resource for end-user questions and issues related to Workday, resolving routine requests and escalating complex ones appropriately.
- Maintain job aids, process documentation, and standard operating procedures to support consistent system use across HR Operations.
- Contribute to training materials for new features, releases, or configuration changes.
- Support the intake and documentation of Workday configuration and enhancement requests as part of the broader HR Operations request pipeline.
- Assist in identifying opportunities for process or system improvement based on day-to-day system use and data trends.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 3 years of experience working with an HRIS platform (Workday strongly preferred); prior HR coordinator or HR generalist experience with systems exposure also considered.
- Strong Excel skills; comfort working with data sets, basic reporting tools, and business process workflows.
- High attention to detail, particularly around data accuracy and confidentiality.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to explain system processes to non-technical users.
- Ability to manage multiple routine requests simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
- Workday certification a plus, but not required at this level.
Working Conditions
- General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending.
- Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.
- Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.
- We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.
- Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.
Benefits
- ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership
- 401(k)
- Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
- 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
- 3 days of paid sick leave each year
- 3 days of paid Bereavement leave each year
- 3 days of paid Jury Duty
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Bonding Leave
- Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Disability Income Protection Insurance
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
- Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation
Pay
$91,200.00–$119,700.00 Annual. The pay range is based on qualifications, experience, skills, and education; actual pay may vary by location.