Engineering a world of possibilities The HR and Finance Report Writer atColorado School of Mines creates and maintains custom HCM and Finance Workdayreports, visualizations, and dashboards in support of business operationsand decision-making. This includes understanding and using calculated fieldsand complex variables. The Report Writer collaborates closely with campusstakeholders to determine report requirements and clearly document processes.They also work closely with a team of data scientists and data analysts inpromoting campus-wide values around data governance and responsible datausage.
The Report Writer needs to have a strong understanding of general databasefunctionality in addition to Workday-specific field utilization. Mines has twonew positions available for Report Writers, following our recentimplementation of Workday ERP. The Report Writers are part of ourInstitutional Research and Strategic Analytics Division which rolls up toInformation Technology Services. For more on IRSA and ITS, please visit:https://its.mines.edu/organization/organizational-structure/.
This position works remote in Colorado and must be able to commute to ourcampus in Golden, Colorado at least twice per month and more as businessneeds arise, in accordance with Mines Flexible Workplace Policy.
This posting may be used to fill more than one vacancy.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
REPORT WRITING
Design, develop, implement, and maintain custom reports and dashboardsin Workday using internal Workday reporting tools.Collaborate with stakeholders to understand reporting needs and translate theminto meaningful reports and dashboards and with administrators to ensureeffective protection and integrity of data assets.Engage in testing to ensure validity and proper functioning of reports.Stay current with industry best practices and Workday updates to enhancereporting capabilities and optimize system functionality.Ensure the accuracy and reliability of existing reports and dashboards byregularly reviewing and updating them as necessary.Ensure the integrity and security of data used in reports and dashboards.Understand end user security needs to ensure proper access to reports. andcommunicate with users to clarify requirements, resolve issues, andprovidetimely updates on report development and maintenance.
ANALYSIS
Analyze complex data sets and relationships to highlight trends, patterns,and key insights.Obtain a deep understanding ofHR and Finance business processes at Mines.Investigate data quality issues, determine root cause, and designcorrective plans.
DOCUMENTATION AND TRAINING
Document report requirements, specifications, and processes for futurereference, training, and knowledge sharing.Train other campus end-users in proper usage and customization of reports.Share knowledge and expertise of Workday HCM and Finance modules.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Experience and Education:
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in computerscience, IT management/administration, instructional/educationaltechnology, or equivalent advanced technical training and experience.Individuals without a related degree may be considered if they demonstratepossession of the same knowledge level found in a degree but have attainedadvanced knowledge through a combination of work experience and intellectualinstruction using a 1:1 substitution.
2+ years of experience in custom report writing.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities and Other Attributes (KSAOs):
Advanced knowledge of Workday reporting for HCM and Finance.
Demonstrated ability to work closely with a reporting and data analyticsteam, as well as with institution-wide stakeholders in support of navigatingreport solutions.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Data analysis and interpretation skills.
Understanding of data governance principles and be t practices.
Excellent relationship-building skills across multiple constituents, andvarying levels of the organization.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Certifications and Licenses:
Certified Workday Report Writer
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities and Other Attributes (KSAOs):
Experience in HR and Finance reporting in the higher education industry.Experience creating dashboards and reports that informed change and