Workday HRMS SME

Workday HRMS SME

Posted 1 day ago by 1755079600

Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA

Summary: The Workday HRMS Subject Matter Expert (SME) role involves providing hands-on support and training for employees using the Workday HR system, focusing on effective communication and user assistance. This position is fully remote, requiring candidates to be located in specific states. The role is contract-based for six months and emphasizes interpersonal skills alongside technical knowledge. The SME will assist in the rollout and stabilization of the HRMS, ensuring users can navigate the system confidently.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide friendly, real-time assistance to employees using the new Workday-based HR system, both virtually and in person.
  • Schedule and coordinate virtual and onsite support sessions with staff.
  • Guide employees step-by-step through HR processes in Workday, ensuring they feel confident using the system.
  • Assist with entering information, navigating screens, and correcting errors as needed.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues, escalating unresolved concerns when appropriate.
  • Track questions, follow up on open issues, and ensure employees receive timely answers.

Key Skills:

  • Experience with HRMS, preferably Workday (Time Tracking & Work Schedule).
  • Experience supporting end users with large-scale system rollouts or transitions.
  • Background in customer service, user support, training, or help desk work.
  • Excellent communication and listening skills, with the ability to explain processes in clear, simple language.
  • Familiarity with the rollout of State Government HR Systems or similar government systems.
  • Ability to work with unique or non-standard work schedules, especially in public sector environments.
  • Experience creating or updating user-friendly support materials, such as guides or FAQs.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Role: Workday HRMS SME

Location: 100% remote (must be currently located in either ME, NH, MA, RI, CT)

Duration: 6 months contract

Looking for someone strong in end user trainings Communication and personality will be a big part of getting this job So need great communicators

Skills Needed
-Experience with HRMS, preferably Workday (Time Tracking & Work Schedule).
-Experience supporting end users with large-scale system rollouts or transitions.
-Background in customer service, user support, training, or help desk work.
-Excellent communication and listening skills, with the ability to explain processes in clear, simple language.
-Familiarity with the rollout of State Government HR Systems or similar government systems.
-Ability to work with unique or non-standard work schedules, especially in public sector environments.
-Experience creating or updating user-friendly support materials, such as guides or FAQs.

Job Description:
The Project Management Office (PMO) for our client is seeking up to 4 detail-oriented and people-focused Business SMEs to join a resource pool for assignment across various departments within the client, based on emerging needs. One such immediate assignment involves supporting the rollout and stabilization of the soon-to-be-launched Human Resources Management System using the Workday platform.

This is a hands-on role that combines technical familiarity with strong interpersonal skills. You will work directly with employees both virtually and in person (Augusta, ME) to help them understand, navigate, and successfully use the new system.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide friendly, real-time assistance to employees using the new Workday-based HR system, both virtually and in person.
Schedule and coordinate virtual and onsite support sessions with staff.
Guide employees step-by-step through HR processes in Workday, ensuring they feel confident using the system.
Assist with entering information, navigating screens, and correcting errors as needed.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues, escalating unresolved concerns when appropriate.
Track questions, follow up on open issues, and ensure employees receive timely answers.
Qualifications
Experience supporting users during a Workday rollout or role implementation.
Background in customer service, user support, training, or help desk work.
Excellent communication and listening skills, with the ability to explain processes in clear, simple language.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Experience using online meeting tools such as Microsoft Teams.
Ability to adapt to different needs and work effectively with diverse groups of people.
Preferred Skills
Experience supporting large-scale system rollouts or transitions.
Ability to work with unique or non-standard work schedules, especially in public sector environments.
Experience creating or updating user-friendly support materials, such as guides or FAQs.
Familiarity with HR or payroll processes is helpful but not required.
Willingness and flexibility to travel to Augusta Maine, as required.