1099 Workday Administrator

Nava PBC

3d•Remote

About The Position

Nava is hiring two Workday Administrators to support and evolve our Workday environment. Administrators partner closely with each other and with the HCM Manager to translate approved architectural and business decisions into working Workday configuration, and to keep Nava's Workday environment reliable, audit-ready, and continuously improving. Success in either role requires more than responding to tickets, we're looking for people who proactively identify data quality issues, process gaps, and configuration or integration improvements within their area, and escalate changes that impact core architecture.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on Workday administration experience
Workday certification in HCM
Demonstrated ability to build reports and configure Business Processes across multiple Workday modules
Experience with data loads (EIBs) and data migration
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Ability to execute effectively within an established architecture/governance framework, and escalate appropriately to the HCM Manager
Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
Experience with agile project methodologies
Additionally, for Payroll, Benefits & Talent: Hands-on experience configuring and administering Payroll and Benefits
Additonally, for Integrations, Studio & Projects: Hands-on experience with Workday Studio and integration development (EIBs, Core Connectors, APIs/Web Services)
Ability and willingness to learn and administer the Projects module within the Finance SKU
Experience with system integrations and API management
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Ability to meet any other requirements for government contracts for which candidates are hired
Work authorization that doesn’t require visa sponsorship, now or in the future
May be subject to a government background check or security clearance, depending on the contract

Nice To Haves

Workday Pro or Workday Partner Certifications relevant to the role's focus area
Hands-on experience developing advanced reports, calculated fields, and dashboards; RaaS experience a plus (Payroll/Benefits/Talent focus)
Experience integrating Workday with third-party enterprise systems (Integrations/Studio/Projects focus)
Experience in a high-growth or consulting environment

Responsibilities

Build and configure Business Processes (BPs), condition rules, and notifications within the architectural standards set by the HCM Manager
Administer approved Workday security changes, including role- and user-based security groups, domain and business process security; perform periodic access reviews and escalate exceptions to the HCM Manager
Build and maintain standard and custom reports, calculated fields, and dashboards for day-to-day operational needs
Perform recurring data audits, validation, and reconciliation across Workday and connected systems; investigate discrepancies and remediate data quality issues
Support data loads (EIBs) and mass data updates, following data standards set by the HCM Manager
Monitor Workday releases and delivered functionality; perform impact analysis, configuration and regression testing, and coordinate UAT
Provide first-line technical support, troubleshooting, and end-user training/job aids for the teams in their functional area
Own day-to-day Workday incidents and service requests within their area from intake through resolution; triage by severity and business impact
Support internal and external audit requests related to Workday configuration, access, reports, integrations, and HR data
Focus area 1: Payroll, Benefits & Talent: Build and configure Business Processes, condition rules, and notifications for Payroll, Benefits, and Performance/Talent
Process and complete routine configuration requests from the Payroll, Benefits, and Talent teams
Perform recurring Payroll and Benefits data audits, validation, and reconciliation; investigate and remediate discrepancies
Partner with People Operations and Talent stakeholders to identify recurring pain points, manual processes, and automation opportunities
Focus area 2: Integrations, Studio & Projects: Monitor and support inbound and outbound Workday integrations, including EIBs, Core Connectors, Studio integrations, APIs/Web Services, scheduled file feeds, and vendor interfaces
Build and maintain Workday Studio integrations; partner with IT and third-party vendors on integration troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
Serve as lead administrator for the Workday Projects module (Finance SKU), configuring Business Processes, security, and reporting to support Staffing and Program Management
Make recommendations about additional Workday SKUs or Projects features Nava could invest in

Benefits

Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs
Insurance coverage — Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost
Time off — vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays to rest and recharge
Company holidays — enjoy 12 paid federal holidays each year on top of your regular PTO
Annual bonus — when Nava meets its goals, eligible employees receive a performance-based annual bonus
Parental leave — paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home
Wellness program — full platform offering physical, mental, & emotional health resources & support tools
Virtual care — see doctors online with no copay through a virtual visit program (depending on available providers)
Sabbatical leave — earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest
401(k) match — Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan
Flexible work — remote-first environment with flexibility built around your schedule and responsibilities
Home office setup — company laptop & setup assistance provided via Staples for remote work needs
Utility support — monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses
Learning opportunities — internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills
Development opportunities — LinkedIn Learning access & an annual allowance for courses, tuition, & certs
Referral bonus — get rewarded when you refer great people who join the Nava team
Commuter benefits — pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable
Supportive culture — A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care