Manager, HR Technology
Children's National Hospital
Summary
The Manager, HR Technology is responsible for the strategy, optimization, and ongoing management of the organization's HR technology environment, with a primary focus on Workday HCM. This role develops and executes the HR technology roadmap, leads system optimization and transformation initiatives, and ensures HR technology effectively supports organizational priorities, HR processes, employee experience, and data-driven decision-making.
Job description
The Manager serves as a key liaison between HR, IT, and business stakeholders, translating business requirements into scalable technology solutions. The role provides functional leadership across Workday capabilities, including Core HCM, Talent Management, Compensation, Benefits, and Absence, while maintaining a hands-on role in resolving complex issues and advancing HR technology capabilities.
Functional Accountabilities
- Lead the strategic planning, implementation, and ongoing optimization of Workday HCM modules
- Manage system enhancements, upgrades related to Workday HCM modules, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Provide expert guidance and support to resolve complex issues and optimize Workday HCM functionality
- Supervise HRIS analyst and/or senior individual contributors, providing coaching, performance management, development planning, and guidance to support team effectiveness
- Develop and implement best practices, standards, and policies for the use of Workday HCM modules across the organization
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and laws governing HR processes and data management
- Lead training sessions and provide ongoing support to end-users on Workday HCM functionality
- Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies related to Workday HCM to drive innovation and process improvements
- Collaborate with vendors, consultants, and internal IT teams to address technical challenges and optimize system performance
- Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor on Workday HCM matters to senior leadership and stakeholders
- Promote a collaborative, inclusive, customer-focused team culture that encourages accountability, continuous learning, and operational innovation
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field
- 8 years of experience
- 5 years of experience in implementing, configuring, and supporting Workday HCM modules
- 3 years of experience leading teams, projects and/or programs
- Knowledge of core HR processes, talent management, compensation, and benefits administration within the Workday platform
- Experience leading Workday HCM projects and driving organizational change initiatives
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Proven leadership abilities with experience managing teams and driving results in a dynamic environment
- Ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Workday HCM certification or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with Workday Report Writer, Calculated Fields, and EIBs preferred
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Services
- Infertility Services
- Transgender Health Services
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Leave
- Holidays
- 401(k) Plan
- Healthcare Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Assistance
- Fitness Resources
- Employee Assistance Program
- Commuter Benefits
Company overview
Children's National Hospital is a premier pediatric healthcare institution located in Washington, D.C., recognized as one of the top children's hospitals in the United States. Founded in 1870, it serves as the region's primary pediatric academic medical center, providing comprehensive care across all pediatric specialties. The hospital operates a 323-bed facility and offers advanced medical services including neonatal intensive care, pediatric surgery, oncology, cardiology, and neurology. As an academic medical center affiliated with the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Children's National is deeply involved in pediatric research, medical education, and clinical innovation. The institution is particularly renowned for its Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation and its leadership in pediatric genomics and precision medicine. Children's National consistently ranks among the top pediatric hospitals nationally, with specialties in cancer, cardiology, neurology, and neonatology receiving particular recognition for excellence in patient care and outcomes.