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We are looking for an experienced HRIS Architect to support a growing organization in Chicago, Illinois with advanced Workday expertise across time, absence, and payroll-connected processes. This Contract position will focus on strengthening system design, improving data reliability, and resolving issues that affect compliance and workforce administration. The ideal candidate will bring a practical approach to optimizing an existing Workday environment and partnering with leadership to build a more scalable HRIS foundation.
Job Responsibility
Assess the current Workday setup and redesign configurations related to Time Tracking, Absence, payroll-connected workflows, and organizational rules to improve overall system performance
Analyze accrual structures across more than 150 clinic locations and refine setup to align with varied policy requirements and eligibility rules
Investigate system issues that are driving manual intervention and implement configuration improvements that reduce risk and increase consistency
Enhance absence management processes by identifying pain points, correcting functionality gaps, and improving the employee experience
Troubleshoot time entry and accrual calculation problems, including issues influenced by hours worked and related payroll impacts
Develop stronger reporting capabilities and improve the accuracy of HRIS data used for operational and compliance decision-making
Collaborate with HR, benefits, payroll, and business leaders to recommend practical solutions that stabilize and optimize the post-go-live Workday environment
Establish a more sustainable and scalable Workday architecture by identifying foundational design weaknesses and prioritizing targeted improvements
Requirements
Demonstrated experience configuring and optimizing Workday, with deep knowledge of Absence, Time Tracking, and payroll-integrated processes
Proven ability to work within an existing Workday environment and improve functionality after implementation rather than building from scratch
Strong understanding of accrual logic, employee eligibility rules, compliance considerations, and related HRIS design challenges
Experience diagnosing root-cause configuration issues and recommending effective solutions that avoid unnecessary full-system rebuilds
Ability to partner effectively with cross-functional stakeholders, including HR and benefits leadership, to align system changes with business needs
Hands-on background in HRIS analysis, Workday integration support, and data-driven troubleshooting within complex organizations
Strong reporting and data validation skills with a focus on improving accuracy, consistency, and operational visibility
What we offer
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance