Systems Specialist

Impact the Moment

Could your creative thinking build the future? A Systems Specialist at McGraw Hill makes a difference for learners and educators across the world. Our team needs individuals with new ideas who connect with people in innovative ways.

How can you make an Impact?

McGraw Hill is seeking a Systems Specialist. This professional plays a key role in managing, configuring, and optimizing the Workday platform, focusing on Core HCM, Talent/Performance, and Compensation modules. This role ensures the system meets evolving business needs by maintaining data integrity, streamlining HR processes, and enabling effective use across the organization. The specialist partners closely with Human Resources, IT and cross-functional teams to enhance workflows, deliver meaningful insights, and align Workday functionality with strategic business objectives.

This is a remote position open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States.

What you will be doing:

• Configure and maintain Workday Core HCM, Talent/Performance, and Compensation modules; support integrations, system enhancements, testing, and release management in collaboration with IT and vendors.
• Optimize HR processes by identifying improvement opportunities, implementing efficient workflows, and automating tasks to align with business goals and data governance standards.
• Ensure data quality and reporting by monitoring data integrity, supporting audits, troubleshooting system issues, and creating custom reports to drive decision-making.
• Enable user adoption through documentation, training, and responsive support, ensuring teams understand Workday functionality and best practices.
• Stay current and strategic by researching new Workday features, evaluating system upgrades, and contributing to the technology roadmap with scalable solutions.

We're looking for someone with:

• Over 3 years of experience configuring and maintaining Workday Core HCM, Talent/Performance, and Compensation modules to ensure seamless functionality and a positive user experience.
• Deliver system solutions that align with business goals, focusing on value creation, efficiency, and long-term scalability.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, with a strong emphasis on timely delivery and measurable results.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders, providing excellent customer service and building strong partnerships.
• Apply strong analytical skills and keen attention to detail when diagnosing issues, optimizing workflows, and supporting data integrity.

Why work for us?

The work you do at McGraw Hill will be work that matters. We are collectively designing content that will build the future of education. Play your part and experience a sense of fulfillment that will inspire you to even greater heights.

The pay range for this position is between $75,000-$80,000 annually, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. Additionally, a full range of medical and/or other benefits may be provided, depending on the position offered. Click here to learn more about our benefit offerings.

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