Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.
One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.
We’re seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative HR Technology Analyst to support, maintain, and enhance our Workday platform. In this role, you’ll serve as a technical point-of-contact for the HR team, ensuring our systems are configured effectively, data remains accurate, and HR technology supports the evolving needs of our business.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, optimizing processes, and partnering with HR and business stakeholders to drive meaningful improvements in our Workday ecosystem.
What You’ll DoSystem Expertise & Support
Act as the technical expert for assigned Workday modules—understanding functionality, dependencies, user experience, and documentation needs.
Provide day-to-day support by troubleshooting issues, resolving system errors, analyzing process flaws, and managing routine operational activities.
Prepare for and support semi-annual Workday releases, including regression testing and implementing required updates.
Configuration & Enhancements
Configure and maintain Workday functionality across one or more modules (e.g., Talent, Learning, Advanced Compensation, Recruiting, or Benefits).
Translate business needs into system requirements and recommend solutions that align with best practices and system capabilities.
Collaborate with HR functional leaders to design, test, and implement process improvements.
Stakeholder Partnership
Facilitate working sessions to gather requirements and communicate complex technical concepts in clear, accessible language.
Create and maintain documentation that enables strong understanding and adoption of system capabilities.
Continuous Improvement
Stay current with Workday roadmaps and HR technology trends by participating in Workday Community, user groups, and networking opportunities.
Support cross-functional Workday projects and partner with HR teams to identify opportunities for process and system optimization.
At least 2 years of hands-on Workday configuration experience in one or more modules: Talent, Learning, Recruiting, Absence, or Benefits.
Strong understanding of Workday architecture, security model, and business process framework.
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, and v-lookups.
Experience gathering requirements, designing solutions, and facilitating discussions with business stakeholders.
Ability to create clear, user-friendly documentation and explain technical concepts in business terms.
Strong problem-solving and customer-service orientation, with the ability to manage both planned and unplanned daily operational needs.
Foundational knowledge of HR processes, data, and annual business cycles.
Preferred Qualifications
Background supporting production environments in Agile/Scrum settings.
What's In It For You:
We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:
Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program
401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays
Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
Educational Assistance Program
Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program)
Patterson Perks Program
The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.
$68,300.00 - $88,766.67EEO StatementPatterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.
Top Skills
What We Do
Patterson strengthens the oral and animal health markets in North America and the United Kingdom. From small, private practices to large group networks and production operations, we guide our customers with bold solutions and a personal touch. We are much more than a distributor – we are an indispensable partner.
Patterson Dental has strengthened the dental industry since our company’s founding in 1877. Today, Patterson Dental continues to partner with dental practices of all sizes to provide expertise, products, technologies and services needed to grow productive, modern practices, and keep them running smoothly.
No other company supports the animal health market like Patterson. We entered the animal health industry in 2001 with our acquisition of Webster Veterinary and expanded with our 2015 acquisition of Animal Health International, Inc. We provide all the technology, products, expertise and solutions needed to deliver exceptional animal care and drive profitability across the companion, production and equine markets.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
As a people-first company, Patterson promotes a culture that embodies and celebrates diversity and inclusivity. We believe our employees’ unique experiences and differences are what strengthen us and drive our success. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
We are Patterson. We welcome you.
Disability Accommodation
If you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the hiring process, you may submit your request to HR by calling 1-866-234-2165 or by email to [email protected]. You can also mail your request to Patterson Companies, Inc. Attn: HR EEO Coordinator, 1031 Mendota Heights Rd, St. Paul, MN, 55120. Information received will be routed to a representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration of your request.
