Senior Human Capital Management (HCM) Specialist, Workday

Brown Advisory • Baltimore, MD

89d • $150,000 - $175,000

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior HCM Specialist, Workday to lead and support the optimization, configuration, and maintenance of our Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) system. This role will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in Workday HCM modules, providing strategic guidance, technical expertise, and hands-on support to HR, IT, and business stakeholders. The ideal candidate for this position must possess deep understanding of HR processes, regulations and policies combined with strong hands-on experience configuring Workday HCM modules.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Workday HCM, including configuration and support.
• Experience with Workday modules such as Core HCM, Compensation, Talent Management, Absence, and Time Tracking.
• Strong proficiency in Workday configuration working with Report Writer, EIBs, Calculated Fields, Business Processes and Security.
• Familiarity with Workday Studio, Workday Extend, or Prism Analytics is a plus.
• Understanding of HR data structures, workflows, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional technical initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Workday HCM Certification (Core HCM, Compensation, Talent, etc.)
• PMP or Agile certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, configuration, testing, and deployment of Workday HCM modules (Core HCM, Compensation, Talent, Absence, Time Tracking, etc.).
• Identify opportunities for system enhancements and automation to improve HR processes and user experience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define scope, and ensure timely delivery.
• Provide advanced support for Workday HCM issues, including root cause analysis and resolution.
• Serve as Tier 2/3 support for Workday-related inquiries and incidents.
• Develop and maintain complex reports and dashboards using Workday Report Writer and Calculated Fields.
• Provide data insights and analytics to support HR strategy and decision-making.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and controls.
• Train HR and business users on Workday functionality and best practices.
• Create and maintain user guides, SOPs, and training materials.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness program participation incentive
• Financial wellness program
• Fitness event fee reimbursement
• Gym membership discounts
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Telemedicine Program (for those enrolled in Medical)
• Adoption Benefits
• Daycare late pick-up fee reimbursement
• Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Paid parental leave
• Group Long Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) (50% employer match up to IRS limit, 4 year vesting)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees