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Workday HCM Administrator

National Multiple Sclerosis Society
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, New York, New York
733 3rd Avenue (Show on map)
Feb 03, 2026
WHO WE ARE: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society mobilizes people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS. To fulfill this mission, the Society funds cutting-edge research, drives change through advocacy, facilitates professional education, collaborates with MS organizations around the world, and provides programs and services designed to help people with MS and their families move their lives forward. We partner with volunteers to accomplish our work. Staff members engage volunteers through effective and timely communications, facilitating meaningful opportunities, and continually seeking and providing feedback for reciprocal growth and learning. Job Summary: The Workday HCM System Administrator supports the ongoing optimization and administration of our Workday platform. In this role, you'll ensure the system operates smoothly and securely while collaborating with stakeholders in our People & Culture (HR) department to implement quick wins and improve Workday processes. Main Responsibilities: System Administration & Configuration Serve as the primary technical administrator of the Workday HCM system, ensuring stability, security, and performance across all HCM modules (Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Recruiting, Absence, Time Tracking, Talent Optimization, Learning, and Payroll). Configure and update business processes, calculated fields, notifications, and security settings based on business needs. Partner with the Technology & Operations team and HRIS to troubleshoot system issues, manage & build integrations, and coordinate system updates and feature rollouts. Perform data audits, mass data uploads/updates (EIBs), and regular validation to maintain accuracy and compliance with data governance policies. Monitor system performance, resolve errors, and manage escalated user support issues (Tier 2/3) Data Management & Reporting Oversee data integrity and accuracy within the HCM system, ensuring all employee and organizational data is complete, accurate, and secure. Support data migration, validation, and compliance with internal and external reporting requirements. Build, enhance, and maintain custom and advanced reports and dashboards to support HR, Finance, and Payroll operations. Collaborate as needed with Finance on position management, cost center hierarchies, and payroll audit reporting. Cross-Functional Support Assist with user training and documentation to promote effective system use across departments What We're Looking For: Minimum 3 years of experience as a Workday HCM System Administrator or Workday HRIS Analyst Strong demonstrated hands-on experience with Core HCM and related modules Proven ability to configure business processes, security roles, and calculated fields, and perform EIB data loads. Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a collaborative environment. Comfortable leading testing and documentation of Workday semi-annual updates and system enhancements Preferred Qualifications: Workday certification(s) in Core HCM, Reporting, Payroll, or Recruiting Experience supporting Workday implementations or new module rollouts. Familiarity with & aptitude to learn 2-3 more modules. Location Requirements Remote - Flexible Location Work is primarily performed remotely, however, when possible and necessary, teams meet in person to conduct the business of the organization and build team relationships. Compensation \| Benefits: The estimated hiring compensation range for this role is $65,000 - $80,000. Final offers will be based on the candidate'sgeographic location, consider career experience and may vary from this range due to these and other factors. You will have the opportunity for a highly competitive, comprehensive benefit package that the Society provides to employees. Your benefits include a considerable Paid Time Off Plan; Paid Holidays; 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match; Commuter Benefit Plan; Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Disability Coverage, Spring Health Membership offering free therapy and professional coaching, as well as additional voluntary benefit offerings. Not to mention, you will join an incredible mission focused team of people! We're committed to supporting the growth of every employee through a structured and transparent approach to career development. We use Talent Portraits to define clear expectations, development opportunities, and advancement paths - whether you're growing as a people leader or deepening your expertise as an individual contributor. Each role is thoughtfully placed within one of these pathways (Leadership or Partner) to help you understand how it fits into our broader organization and your potential career journey. This position is classified as Partner- Professional. The National MS Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We need you and your unique talents and perspectives to help us write the last chapter on MS. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: We appreciate your consideration of our job opportunities and strive to make it as effortless as possible to apply for our positions. With only a few required sections and the option to use our resume parsing tool, we aim to streamline the application experience, saving you time and effort. Additionally, if you wish to include a cover letter with your application, please feel free to attach it along with your resume, and any other documents required, to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience page. We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to receiving your application! Important: You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it. The "My Experience" page is the only opportunity to add your cover letter and supporting document attachments. If you experience any trouble submitting your materials, please check out our FAQ & Contact Us page.