Director of Workday Student (Remote)
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Closing Date:
05/19/2025
Type of Position:
Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas System
Since its inception, the University of Arkansas System has developed a tradition of excellence that includes the state's 1871 flagship, land-grant research university; Arkansas's premier institution for medical education, treatment and research; a major metropolitan university; an 1890 land-grant university; two regional universities serving southern and western Arkansas; five community colleges; two schools of law; a presidential school; a residential math and science high school; a 100 percent-online university and divisions of agriculture, archeology and criminal justice. The individual entities of the UA System maintain cooperative strength as well as diverse offerings that exhibit unmatched economic and social impact to the state.
The UA System provides communities in Arkansas with access to academic and professional opportunities, develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students and provides knowledge and research skills to an ever-changing society. The system enrolls more than 60,000 students, employs over 17,000 employees, and has a total budget of over $2 billion. An intrinsic part of the texture and fabric of Arkansas, the UA System is a driving force in the state's economic, educational and cultural advancement.
Department:
Enterprise Services
Department's Website:
https://projectone.uasys.edu
Summary of Job Duties:
Workday Support Services is a department within the UA System Information Technology department responsible for the maintenance, support and innovation of Workday ERP/SIS system and other systemwide solutions. This team works closely with all central offices at our 22 institutions to ensure our Workday system is designed and support their campus business operations. The Workday Support Services teams strives to be visionary and technical, strategic and hands-on.
This position functions as the Director of Workday Student on the Workday Support Services team. Responsibilities include managing the software configuration, development, testing, as well as supporting the refinement and innovation the following modules: Workday Recruiting and Admissions, Academic Foundation, Student Records, Financial Aid, Advising and work collaboratively on configuration touchpoints with Student Finance, Finance/Procurement, and Human Capital Management.
Key Responsibilities:
• Leadership & Team Management - Lead and develop a high-performing cross-functional team while driving the future vision of Workday Student.
• Functional Expertise - Design, configure, and optimize Workday Student to align with institutional needs.
• Issue and Risk Management - Identify, analyze, and mitigate risks while resolving system-related issues effectively.
• Training & Change Management - Ensure effective communication, training, and user adoption of Workday Student changes.
• Quality Assurance - Maintain high-quality system performance through testing, compliance, and ongoing improvements. Ensure quality standards are adhered to by the team.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
• The educational equivalent of Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least five years of experience leading or managing complex projects within the area of Student
• At least three years of supervisory experience
• Experience configuring complex systems and applications, translating business needs into effective technical solution
• Must be able to work collaboratively and travel throughout the State to various UA campuses as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
• The educational equivalent of Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Significant experience in strategic planning, risk management and/or change management
• Experience with change management related to student information systems or other large enterprise system deployments
• Experience configuring student information systems, translating business needs into effective technical solution
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of the process being transformed and an understanding of how the process/system integrates with other processes and initiatives
• Strong presentation, oral, and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and task management skills
• Strong technical aptitude
• Solid analytical skills
• Effective management and team skills
• Ability to make decisions at the project team level and properly escalate those decisions that cannot be resolved on a timely basis
• Ability to structure work efficiently
• Ability to provide direction and use interpersonal influences to gain goal alignments with results versus activity-oriented outcomes
• Ability to understand complex requirements and translate those into technical solutions
• Quick learner
Salary Information:
$131,115
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Additional Information:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Nathan Nolen, Associate Vice President, [email protected]
Shannon Phillips, Sr. Director of Workday Support Services, [email protected]
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting
Frequent Physical Activity:
Hearing, Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Driving, Standing, Walking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
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All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page.
Closing Date:
05/19/2025
Type of Position:
Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas System
Since its inception, the University of Arkansas System has developed a tradition of excellence that includes the state's 1871 flagship, land-grant research university; Arkansas's premier institution for medical education, treatment and research; a major metropolitan university; an 1890 land-grant university; two regional universities serving southern and western Arkansas; five community colleges; two schools of law; a presidential school; a residential math and science high school; a 100 percent-online university and divisions of agriculture, archeology and criminal justice. The individual entities of the UA System maintain cooperative strength as well as diverse offerings that exhibit unmatched economic and social impact to the state.
The UA System provides communities in Arkansas with access to academic and professional opportunities, develops intellectual growth and cultural awareness in its students and provides knowledge and research skills to an ever-changing society. The system enrolls more than 60,000 students, employs over 17,000 employees, and has a total budget of over $2 billion. An intrinsic part of the texture and fabric of Arkansas, the UA System is a driving force in the state's economic, educational and cultural advancement.
Department:
Enterprise Services
Department's Website:
https://projectone.uasys.edu
Summary of Job Duties:
Workday Support Services is a department within the UA System Information Technology department responsible for the maintenance, support and innovation of Workday ERP/SIS system and other systemwide solutions. This team works closely with all central offices at our 22 institutions to ensure our Workday system is designed and support their campus business operations. The Workday Support Services teams strives to be visionary and technical, strategic and hands-on.
This position functions as the Director of Workday Student on the Workday Support Services team. Responsibilities include managing the software configuration, development, testing, as well as supporting the refinement and innovation the following modules: Workday Recruiting and Admissions, Academic Foundation, Student Records, Financial Aid, Advising and work collaboratively on configuration touchpoints with Student Finance, Finance/Procurement, and Human Capital Management.
Key Responsibilities:
• Leadership & Team Management - Lead and develop a high-performing cross-functional team while driving the future vision of Workday Student.
• Functional Expertise - Design, configure, and optimize Workday Student to align with institutional needs.
• Issue and Risk Management - Identify, analyze, and mitigate risks while resolving system-related issues effectively.
• Training & Change Management - Ensure effective communication, training, and user adoption of Workday Student changes.
• Quality Assurance - Maintain high-quality system performance through testing, compliance, and ongoing improvements. Ensure quality standards are adhered to by the team.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
• The educational equivalent of Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least five years of experience leading or managing complex projects within the area of Student
• At least three years of supervisory experience
• Experience configuring complex systems and applications, translating business needs into effective technical solution
• Must be able to work collaboratively and travel throughout the State to various UA campuses as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
• The educational equivalent of Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Significant experience in strategic planning, risk management and/or change management
• Experience with change management related to student information systems or other large enterprise system deployments
• Experience configuring student information systems, translating business needs into effective technical solution
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of the process being transformed and an understanding of how the process/system integrates with other processes and initiatives
• Strong presentation, oral, and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and task management skills
• Strong technical aptitude
• Solid analytical skills
• Effective management and team skills
• Ability to make decisions at the project team level and properly escalate those decisions that cannot be resolved on a timely basis
• Ability to structure work efficiently
• Ability to provide direction and use interpersonal influences to gain goal alignments with results versus activity-oriented outcomes
• Ability to understand complex requirements and translate those into technical solutions
• Quick learner
Salary Information:
$131,115
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Additional Information:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Nathan Nolen, Associate Vice President, [email protected]
Shannon Phillips, Sr. Director of Workday Support Services, [email protected]
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting
Frequent Physical Activity:
Hearing, Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Driving, Standing, Walking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Apply Now