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Workday HRIS Analyst

Gensler
profit sharing
United States, California, Oakland
2101 Webster Street (Show on map)
Aug 15, 2025
At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We're not just designers. We're tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve the world's most challenging problems, like designing a more resilient, inclusive, and equitable future for our communities and cities. Our people-centered, "People First" culture and "One Firm-Firm" philosophy promotes integrated teams that unite to shape the future of cities. Gensler's vision is to "Create a Better World through the Power of Design," and we do that by our deep commitment to our clients and by fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment that enables our people to create impactful solutions together. Your Role The Information Systems team is looking for an experienced Workday HRIS Analyst to continue to grow the Workday platform into a world class solution, with a primary focus on Benefits, Onboarding and core HCM. This position will be an integral part of the HRIS Team, working on design and maintenance of the system. You will collaborate with Human Resources, Finance and other stakeholders across the firm. Our current Workday landscape includes Core HCM, Benefits, Time Tracking, Recruiting, Performance and Development, Learning and Absence Management. This position is based out of our Oakland office 5 days a week What You Will Do Support Workday Benefits, Onboarding and Time Tracking Participate in the ongoing requirements gathering, design, test, deployment, and maintenance of Workday configuration for new functionality or enhancements. Support Open Enrollment activities, including configuration, testing, issue resolution, and stake holder assistance. Troubleshoot and resolve production support issues and resolve defects timely and with exceptional customer service Demonstrate an ability to teach others how to use Workday effectively Collaborate with HR teams around process efficiencies, and advocate needs to drive solutions Support configuration, deployment, and maintenance of Workday Participate in Workday's bi-annual releases Assist with Workday HRIS operations including enhancements, customizations, upgrades, testing and maintenance. Effectively collaborate with other related teams such as HR, Recruiting, Finance, IT, Data Platform, Payroll and others to provide support for requests Monitor Workday community to stay abreast of the best practices, new features and Implement value added features. Create functional and technical systems documentation, including clear step-by-step process guides for stakeholders and HR teams Your Qualifications 5+ years of relevant configuration and support experience in Workday Broad knowledge of various HR areas of practice Possesses a strong work ethic for working with confidential information. Working knowledge of Workday operations and administration International set up and configuration experience desired Intermediate knowledge of Workday reporting Creative and analytical thinking with demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, handle and prioritize simultaneous requests and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization Experience with JIRA and Agile methodologies Knowledge of ServiceNow Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills are essential Excellent analytical skills, including an ability to explain systems and solutions in simple terms to stakeholders across the business. Strong track record of owning end to end initiatives Workday Pro Benefit Certification The compensation range for this role in Oakland, CA is estimated to be between $100k-$120k plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. Life at Gensler We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and wellness programs. We also offer profit sharing and twice annual bonus opportunities. As part of the firm's commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future. #LI-MR1