Maintain and enhance Workday business processes and condition rules.
Support ongoing optimization across HCM, Finance, and Student modules
Review and test Workday releases
Assist with testing and implementing available Workday modules and functionality
Diagnose & Solve
Investigate and resolve end-user, business process, security, and integration issues
Perform configuration analysis, testing, and scenario recreation
Identify process improvements and recommend innovative solutions (aligned with governance standards)
Partner with the Business
Collaborate with HR, Finance, Student, and campus stakeholders to understand operational needs
Translate business requirements into technical configurations
Serve as liaison between departments and Information Technology Services
Lead & Support Projects
Assist in defined-scope projects and new functionality implementations
Review release notes, assess impacts, and guide rollout planning
Partner with ITS Project Managers to support on-time delivery
Reporting & Data Stewardship
Develop reports for notifications, questionnaires, and operational needs
Build and maintain calculated fields
Maintain strong data integrity standards
Support analytics and decision-making through reliable system outputs
Support Workday Prism data sets and reporting
Stay Current
Actively engage in the Workday Community
Monitor trends and product developments
Participate in user groups and professional forums
What You Bring
Education & Experience
BA/BS required (CIS, MIS, or related field preferred) or equivalent HRIS experience
3-5 years configuring and maintaining Workday
Experience with:
Condition rules
Security fundamentals
Workday integration fundamentals
Request Framework, forms, questionnaires
Custom objects
Knowledge of Workday Extend a plus
Knowledge of Workday Drive and Worksheets a plus
Functional Knowledge
Strong understanding of HR and Finance core processes
Knowledge of Student systems a plus
Ability to translate business requirements into operational solutions
Technical & Professional Strengths
Experience building and executing test scripts
Strong analytical and troubleshooting capability
Comfort managing multiple high-priority projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High discretion handling confidential data
Service-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail
Why This Role Matters
Workday is the operational engine of the University. The solutions you build will:
Improve employee and student experience
Enhance financial transparency
Strengthen compliance and governance
Increase operational efficiency
You will work in a collaborative environment where technology is viewed as a strategic enabler-not just infrastructure.
Please note this is not a fully remote position and will require coming in to our campus located in Waltham, MA.
Why Brandeis?
Located in Waltham, Massachusetts, Brandeis is a nationally recognized research university known for academic rigor, social justice, and intellectual inquiry. Our ITS professionals are trusted partners in advancing the institutional mission.
You will join a team that values:
Collaboration
Continuous improvement
Innovation
Service excellence
If you are ready to apply your Workday expertise in a mission-driven academic environment and make a measurable impact, we encourage you to apply.
Pay Range Disclosure
Equal Opportunity Statement
Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic i
Benefits
Remote work optionsEquity / stock options
Additional Information
Workday ITS Analyst
Waltham, MA | Full-Time
Hiring Range: $82,900 - $94,700
Build the Backbone of a Research University
At Brandeis University , technology powers everything from student success to financial stewardship and workforce excellence. We are seeking a Workday ITS Analyst who thrives at the intersection of systems, strategy, and service.
This is not a ticket-taking support role. It is a hands-on technical and functional position where you will configure, enhance, optimize, and support the Workday platform across HCM, Finance, and Student modules-directly impacting how the University operates every day.
If you enjoy translating business needs into system solutions, diagnosing complex issues, and continuously improving enterprise systems, this role offers meaningful impact in a collaborative academic environment.
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