Workday HCM Specialist

Booz Allen Hamilton•McLean, VA

1d•$77,600 - $176,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Workday HCM Specialist configures and optimizes Workday business processes, leads special projects in Human Capital Management (HCM), and supports day-to-day operations. The role combines project management, business analysis, and functional process expertise to implement new functionality and processes within project timelines. It defines solutions for business requirements using Workday HCM functionality and maintains documentation of requirements, technical file specifications, end-to-end processes, and project artifacts. The specialist performs system configuration, unit testing, and defect management for operational and project work; supports User Acceptance Testing (UAT); and helps respond to inquiries and resolve issues, including Help Desk incidents. The role is hybrid and requires U.S. citizenship due to the nature of the work performed at the facility.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience with HCM systems.
At least 2 years of experience as a Workday HCM Core administrator or analyst.
Knowledge of HR processes and digital touchpoints with other functional areas.
High school diploma or GED.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with project management.
Experience with Workday reporting, compensation, or other related functionalities.
Experience with Jira.
Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience with process development.
Analytical thinking ability.
Proactive approach.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent consultative, organizational, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Configure and optimize Workday business processes.
Lead special projects within the Human Capital Management area and support day-to-day operational functions.
Define solutions and options to support business requirements using Workday HCM functionality.
Ensure new functionality and processes are implemented successfully within project timelines.
Maintain documentation of requirements, technical file specifications, end-to-end processes, and other project artifacts.
Perform system configuration, unit testing, and defect management for operational and project tasks.
Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
Respond to inquiries and help resolve issues, including Help Desk incidents.