People Systems Senior Specialist (Workday Talent Management and Performance)

AAA • Costa Mesa, CA

5d • $92,600 - $123,600 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a People Systems Specialist who will support Workday Talent Management – Performance and Succession Planning, ensuring accurate configuration, optimized business processes, and effective end-user support.

Requirements

• Bachelors equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 3-5+ years of experience in a Workday HCM role, with specific expertise in Talent and Performance.
• Strong experience configuring Workday Talent Management functionality, including performance, goals, succession planning, talent review, and career development tools.
• Strong understanding of Workday business process frameworks, calculated fields, reporting, testing, and translating HR business requirements into scalable configuration solutions.
• Experience with EIBs (Enterprise Interface Builders) for data loads and mass updates.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to assess business needs, identify process improvement opportunities, and support sustainable system design.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills, along with demonstrated organizational skills and time management skills required.
• Ability to translate business requirements and architect sustainable solutions.
• Advanced proficiency with standard Windows PC software including the Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of our Workday Talent Management and Performance functional areas, including performance reviews, goals, succession planning, talent assessments, calibration, and career development tools.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and provide technical control and support for Workday designed to obtain, record, and process various types of employee information.
• Devise and/or modify methods and programs to solve complex data reporting needs, also provides technical consulting on complex projects.
• Configure, test, and maintain Workday Talent Management and Performance functional areas, including performance review cycles, goal-tracking frameworks, talent assessments, calibration workflows, talent pools, succession plans, and career development tools.
• Support all testing activities for system enhancements, new feature rollouts, and Workday's bi-annual updates, including developing test plans and coordinating user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex Talent Management and Performance issues, ensuring data integrity, system reliability, and effective end-user experience across employee lifecycle processes.
• Create and maintain detailed functional documentation, process flows, and SOPs.
• Deliver training to end-users and HR team members.
• Effectively manage People Service Center support tickets and cases within required timeframes and according to department policy to maintain service delivery standards.
• Provide escalated support for the People Service Center to assist employees throughout the Enterprise with problem tickets or inquiries.

Benefits

• Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
• 401(K) saving plans with company match AND Pension
• Tuition assistance
• Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior