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HRIS Analyst III

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In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in USA
95K-139K Annually
Senior level
In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in USA
95K-139K Annually
Senior level
The HRIS Analyst III leads Workday HCM configuration, supports complex HR initiatives, ensures data integrity, and partners with teams to enhance system capabilities.
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The next part of your journey is right around the corner — with The Standard.

A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams, we’ve been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers. Our high-performance culture focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?

Job Summary
The HRIS Analyst III serves as a senior Workday HCM expert responsible for designing, configuring, and optimizing HR systems that support HR, Payroll, Compensation, Benefits, and enterprise operations. This role leads complex Workday initiatives, ensures data integrity and compliance, supports testing and documentation, and partners closely with cross‑functional teams. The position also contributes to emerging technology and AI‑enabled capabilities within Workday, helping the organization prepare for future innovation.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and deliver advanced Workday configuration and HR systems projects.
  • Maintain and optimize Workday HCM, including security, integrations, and functional configuration.
  • Develop and execute testing strategies to ensure accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.
  • Support initiatives related to AI‑enabled Workday functionality, data readiness, and governance.
  • Create and maintain documentation, reports, dashboards, and process materials for HR partners.
Skills and Background You’ll Need
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience: Five or more years supporting HR systems in Benefits, Compensation, or Payroll.
  • Experience supporting large or complex organizations with enterprise‑scale HR technology deployments.
  • Experience enabling or preparing for AI‑related Workday functionality (analytics, skills, automation, governance).
  • Demonstrated hands‑on experience configuring and supporting Workday HCM.
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate business needs into system solutions.
  • Experience collaborating with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, and vendor partners.
  • Workday Pro certification in Benefits, Compensation, Payroll, or related functional areas highly preferred. 
Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate
  • Adaptability — Sees possibilities in changing circumstances, adjusts quickly to shifting priorities, and embraces new technology.
  • Collaboration — Builds strong partnerships across HR, IT, and business teams; shares information and works toward common goals.
  • Problem Solving & Decision Quality — Uses data, logic, and system expertise to evaluate options, anticipate impacts, and recommend effective solutions.

Why Join The Standard?

We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:

  • A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

  • An annual incentive bonus plan

  • Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure

  • A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement 

  • Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance

  • An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools

In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.

  • Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.

The actual compensation for this role will be based on a combination of education and experience, knowledge and skills, position budget, internal equity, and market data.

Salary Range:

$94,500.00 - $138,500.00

Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.

Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Mortgage Investors, LLC, StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., and American Heritage Life Insurance Company and American Heritage Service Company, marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. Except where precluded by state or federal law, The Standard will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. The Standard offers a drug- and alcohol-free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on The Standard's property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation and employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. After any conditional offer of employment is made, the background check will include an individualized assessment based on the applicant’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain and correct background information. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.

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