Workday HCM Specialist

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About Slate

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love — and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

Who we are looking for:

Slate is looking for a Workday HCM Specialist to join our growing Human Resources team.  In this highly dynamic and visible role, you will be responsible for leading the design and configuration, defining the access control, coordinating integrations, and managing the implementation of Workday HCM system.  You will act as a key partner to HR process owners and colleagues in the development of modern and innovative HCM solutions. You will be responsible for the HCM strategy as the company grows and evolves.  The role offers a balance of strategic opportunity to help drive our HR technology initiatives throughout our organization aligned to the business plan, and significant operational responsibility and execution.  You will also lead the reporting, dashboard adoption, and use of AI tools within the Workday HCM for the organization.

What you get to do:

• Partner with HR process owners, IT, and functional experts to lead and execute the implementation of Workday HCM system for the company, ensuring that the system meets the business needs and the requirements of the organization.
• Provide subject matter expertise and functional leadership on HCM system.
• Gather process and technical requirements, facilitate business process discussions, map them to the product functionality, and lead the solution design, architecture, and documentation.
• Perform fit gap analysis, configuration, testing, implementation, end user support, post-implementation, and release cycle management activities.
• Partner with stakeholders and vendors to develop, troubleshoot, and deploy technical system integrations of varying complexity.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy and provide support to end-users in resolving production support issues related to the HCM system.
• Analyze and optimize HCM HR processes and system workflows to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Create and maintain system documentation, including user guides, training materials, and system configuration documentation.
• Train team members and clients on HCM functionality, concepts, and processes.
• Develop reporting strategy using various tools available, including dashboards.
• Review and test HCM release enhancements, identifying where the organization can benefit and embrace new functionality.
• Perform change control in collaboration with IT to monitor scope and requirements.

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Human Resources, Business, Information Technology, or a related field is required.
• 8+ years of experience working within Workday HCM platform. May consider alternative SaaS HCM platforms, but Workday is highly preferred.
• 5+ years of experience deploying Workday HCM reporting capabilities.
• Hands on experience with Workday HCM platforms configuration.
• Experience with at least 2 full life cycle implementations and launches of a new HCM platform, including configuration, design / specification, development, test, integrations, training, and support.
• Experience managing projects, leading teams, and driving deliverables to ensure project timelines are met, including monitoring project issues and sound judgement for escalation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams and managing stakeholders, including technical staff, senior management, and third parties.
• Highly adaptable and proactive, excelling in fast-paced start-up environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Attributes:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
• Formal business process improvement methodology certification is preferred (e.g., Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).

Physical Requirements:

• Must have the ability to travel, both domestic and international (up to 10%).
• Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must have the ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

Why Join Team Slate?

We’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail.  Slate’s start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness moves our business forward.  Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate. 

• Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.  We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences.  Or for any other reason.
• Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures.  If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].