Workday HCM - Systems Administrator

Hampton Roads Transit is looking for dynamic, customer‑service oriented, and energetic people to become part of a committed team providing excellent and effective public transportation to the Hampton Roads region.

We offer unparalleled benefits and competitive wages in a stimulating and rewarding environment.

This position does not require any type of immigration sponsorship and requires on‑site presence in the Hampton Roads, VA offices.

• Manage all levels of system administration support for Workday HRMS.
• Manage release and change management processes.
• Manage upgrades and updates, coordinate database performance monitoring, and maintain system integrations.
• Maintain software licenses, user access, security, and provide troubleshooting support.
• Coordinate with Microsoft to resolve issues and provide administrative support for other ERP systems.
• Assist with development and reporting efforts in Workday HRMS.
• Work with functional and technical teams to gather requirements and design and develop modifications and extensions to the HRMS system.
• Use Workday HRMS development and reporting tools to design, develop, test customizations, integrations, and create supporting documentation.
• Perform maintenance and development work consistently with company standards and ensure ongoing security and support.
• Manage records created and received in compliance with Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policies and Procedures.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Technical experience in Workday HRMS systems administration, configuration, and development.
• Knowledge of Workday technical functions in HR, payroll, benefits, recruiting, or time reporting.
• Logical troubleshooting of technical problems and strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Collaboration, analytical, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to mentor team members and share knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, self‑motivation, self‑direction, multitasking, quality orientation, flexibility, and commitment to on‑time completion of tasks.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows products (Excel, Word, Access).
• Basic problem‑solving skills for software applications used in the role.

BS in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Systems, or a related technical field.

• 3+ combined years as a Workday HRMS system administrator.
• 3+ years of proven expertise in system auditing for Workday HRMS solutions.
• 3+ years of experience setting up and managing Workday HRMS integrations.
• 3+ years of proven expertise in user authentication, user authorization, and data security.
• 3+ years of proven development (or application extension) expertise.
• 3+ years of proven experience creating custom reports using Workday HRMS reporting tools.
• 4+ years of superior technical proficiency with SQL for data review, troubleshooting, user report development, and source‑system validation.

• Valid driver’s license; must acquire a Virginia driver’s license within 60 days after hire if not already a resident.

This position is classified as essential personnel.

Exempt.

Requires high‑speed keyboard operation and occasional lifting and transferring of computer equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work involves meeting multiple timely demands.

Hampton Roads Transit is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you need reasonable accommodations to complete the HRT employment application and/or the interview, contact HRT Human Resources at (757) 222‑6000 or email careers.

Our mission is to connect Hampton Roads with transportation solutions that are reliable, safe, efficient, and sustainable.