HR Operations Specialist

Stride, Inc.•US - VA - Remote, VA

2d•$69,907 - $100,000•Remote

About The Position

The HR Operations Specialist plays a key role in supporting HR initiatives through a combination of project coordination and HRIS partnership. Sitting at the intersection of HR Operations and HRIS, this role helps drive execution of recurring HR programs, system-related work, Workday enhancements, reporting and dashboard development, and process improvement initiatives across the HR organization. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building and managing project plans, coordinating cross-functional work, understanding how HR processes and systems connect, and partnering closely with HRIS on activities such as requirements gathering, testing coordination, business process documentation, and Workday-related support. Success in this role requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to connect day-to-day work to broader operational goals, system impacts, and business priorities.

Requirements

Five (5) + years of experience supporting HR operations, HR systems, or delivery‑focused program or project work within an HR environment
Hands‑on experience supporting Workday or similar HR platforms
Strong understanding of how HR functional areas and systems intersect (e.g., Compensation, Payroll, Talent, Compliance, HRIS)
Demonstrated experience in project management and change management within an HR environment
Comfort interacting with and supporting senior stakeholders, including preparing materials and communicating updates
Strong communication, organization, and prioritization skills
Interest in HR systems, process improvement, and operational design
Proficient in Office 365 and strong functional experience in Workday
Ability to clear required background check

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field
Project Management Institute (PMI) certification such as Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP)
Workday Pro certification or equivalent Workday functional training
Prosci Change Management Certification

Responsibilities

Lead planning and execution of HR projects, including recurring annual cycles and system-related work, by managing timelines, dependencies, risks, and cross-functional alignment across HR teams and systems
Manage the Workday enhancement process through sprint planning and backlog management, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to define priorities, requirements, scope, and delivery timelines
Partner closely with HRIS to support system-related initiatives, including gathering and validating requirements, facilitating testing activities, and documenting current and future state business processes and workflows in Visio
Evaluate, prioritize, and facilitate resolution of HR Operations and Workday-related requests through Fresh service, ensuring alignment with operational priorities, system impacts, and business needs
Lead documentation of current and future states for key HR business processes in Visio
Drive change management activities, including stakeholder communications, training, and readiness
Identify and lead opportunities to improve HR processes, operational workflows, and Workday utilization, supporting implementation of those changes across HR Operations and Workday
Develop and deliver reporting, dashboards, and operational insights through Smartsheet and related tools to provide visibility into project progress, risks, outcomes, and key operational metrics for stakeholders and leadership teams
Workday operations support including EIB data loads, provide support for internal and external audit requests (system walk through, provide evidence, support Kainos).