What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workday Analyst, Cross Functional Lead for the Graduate Student Domain position at University of Maryland?
Job Description Summary & Additional Information
Organizational Summary Statement:
The University of Maryland is implementing a new student information system called Workday Student, as part of the Elevate Student program. In light of this transition, the Graduate School seeks a highly skilled professional to provide comprehensive support in Workday configurations, testing, training, and data validation specifically for the graduate student domain. Reporting to the Graduate School’s Workday Functional Lead, the Workday Analyst will serve as Cross-Functional Lead for the Graduate Student Domain and participate in multiple workstreams with other members of the Elevate team and stakeholders from across the university, ensuring effective collaboration and successful outcomes. This position is integral to Elevate Student’s Graduate Team, which includes the Graduate School’s Workday Functional Lead, other Workday Analysts, and Huron consultant, and will be based within the Graduate School.
This contractual exempt position is funded through June 2027 with potential for extension.
This position is telework eligible.
Preferences:
Education - Master’s degree
Experience
At least two years of experience supporting graduate education, preferably at UMD
Experience using UMD campus systems (e.g., SIS, TerpEngage, uAchieve) and/or Workday Student
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough understanding of the graduate student life cycle, UMD graduate policies and practices
Ceaseless and exquisite attention to detail
Excellent customer service skills; must be able to maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders across campus
Demonstrated ability to manage a high level of activity under various conditions and constraints
Analytical abilities and critical thinking competencies to support unique problem-solving
Licenses/Certifications: N/A
Physical Demands:
Office environment setting with majority of time spent working at a computer. Required close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing computer terminals, extensive reading. Ability to move about campus to attend meetings/events.
Required Application Materials: Resume, cover letter & list of references
Best Consideration Date: 4/26/26
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three (3) years of professional experience in information technology.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of business analysis principles and system support practices.Skill in problem-solving and troubleshooting.Skill in working with enterprise systems, databases, reporting tools, or integrations.
Skill in organization and documentation.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a collaborative environment.
Ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to analyze data, processes, and system functionality.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionDepartment
GRAD-Graduate SchoolWorker Sub-Type
Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)Salary Range
$67,000-$73,000Benefits Summary
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Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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