University Park, Illinois, United States · Remote OK
$72k–$122k/yr
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Skills: Business Analysis, Requirements Management, Workday, Process Improvement, Agile
Berks, Nebraska, United States · On-site
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Skills: Lawn Maintenance, Pest Control, Chemical Application, Equipment Operation, Landscaping
University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
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Skills: Neurobiology, Chemical Ecology, Insect Behavior, Extramural Funding, Multidisciplinary Research
University Park, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$37k–$59k/yr
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Skills: Accounts Payable, Travel Expense Processing, Financial Reconciliation, Compliance Monitoring, Customer Service
University Park, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
$47k–$77k/yr
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Skills: Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Travel Coordination
University Park, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
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Skills: Poultry Nutrition, Sample Collection, Feed Mixing, Litter Management, Data Entry
University Park, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
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Skills: Grading, Canvas, Laboratory Assistance, Recitation Support, Research
University Park, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
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Skills: Tennis Instruction, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Decision Making, Group Instruction
University Park, Pennsylvania, United States · Hybrid
$66k–$95k/yr
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Skills: Clery Act Compliance, Data Collection, Policy Development, Auditing, Written Communication
Hazleton, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
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Skills: Driving, Passenger Transportation, Vehicle Safety, Navigation
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
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Skills: Basketball Coaching, Student-Athlete Development, Recruitment, Practice Planning, Game Day Strategy
York, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
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Skills: Event Production, Project Management, Customer Service, Ticketmaster, Front Of House Operations
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
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Skills: Track & Field Coaching, Student-Athlete Development, Recruitment, Practice Planning, Competition Coaching
Berks, Nebraska, United States · On-site
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Skills: Sweeping, Mopping, Dishwashing, Cleaning
University Park, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$54k–$78k/yr
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Skills: Clinical Research Coordination, Data Management, Participant Engagement, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Assessments
University Park, Illinois, United States · Remote OK
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Skills: Trace Gas Measurements, Atmospheric Modeling, Atmospheric Inversions, Numerical Weather Models, Lagrangian Particle Dispersion Models
University Park, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$66k–$95k/yr
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Skills: Project Management, Digital Scholarship, Strategic Planning, Budget Management, Staff Supervision
University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
$45k–$65k/yr
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Skills: Academic Support, Individualized Learning Plans, Student Mentoring, Time Management, Critical Thinking
University Park, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$60k–$86k/yr
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Skills: Clinical Research Coordination, Staff Supervision, Data Management, Participant Engagement, Neuropsychological Testing
University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
$37k–$59k/yr
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally throu…
Skills: Office Support, File Management, Communication, Calendar Management, Budgeting
University Park, Illinois, United States • Remote OK
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Acts as a strategic liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams to translate HR needs into effective Workday solutions. Responsibilities include documenting requirements, optimizing business processes, and supporting system enhancements and testing.
Requires a Bachelor's degree and between 3 to 6+ years of relevant experience depending on the professional level. Proficiency in business analysis methodologies and experience with enterprise HRIS platforms like Workday, Oracle, or SAP is preferred.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
Penn State IT is seeking two Business Analysts to support key Workday functional areas:
Workday Payroll, Benefits, Timekeeping, and Absence Team
Workday Recruiting and Talent Team
The Business Analyst serves as a strategic liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams, analyzing business needs, identifying opportunities for process improvement, and translating business requirements into effective Workday solutions. This position plays a critical role in enhancing HR technology capabilities, supporting operational excellence, and ensuring that Workday solutions align with university business objectives and compliance requirements.
Experience supporting Workday as a business analyst is preferred. Candidates with significant business analyst experience supporting comparable enterprise HRIS platforms (e.g., Oracle HCM Cloud, SAP SuccessFactors, PeopleSoft HCM, or UKG Pro) and the ability to quickly learn new systems are encouraged to apply.
Penn State IT is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. The location of this position is flexible and can operate fully remote within the United States (restrictions apply). Standard working hours are in the eastern time zone.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Business Analysis & Requirements Management
Partner with Human Resources, Payroll, Benefits, Talent Acquisition, and other university stakeholders to understand business objectives, challenges, and operational needs.
Elicit, document, analyze, and validate business, functional, and non-functional requirements.
Develop business process flows, use cases, user stories, functional specifications, and other project documentation.
Facilitate workshops, interviews, and requirements-gathering sessions.
Ensure requirements are clearly communicated and understood by technical teams.
Translate complex business needs into actionable Workday configuration and enhancement requirements.
Collaborate with data and analytics teams to define reporting requirements.
Workday Functional Support
Support Workday business processes, integrations, reporting, security, and system enhancements within assigned functional areas.
Collaborate with functional and technical teams to evaluate system capabilities and recommend improvements.
Assist with Workday releases by assessing impacts, testing new functionality, and supporting implementation activities.
Identify opportunities to optimize business processes using delivered Workday functionality and best practices.
Process Improvement & Solution Design
Analyze current-state and future-state business processes.
Conduct gap analyses and recommend innovative solutions that improve efficiency, user experience, and data quality.
Support continuous improvement initiatives across HR operations and technology platforms.
Develop recommendations that align with university policies, compliance requirements, and strategic goals.
Project & Change Support
Participate in and lead business analysis activities for Workday projects and enhancements.
Collaborate with project managers, system administrators, and technical teams throughout the project lifecycle.
support user acceptance testing (UAT), test planning, defect resolution, and deployment activities.
Stakeholder Engagement
Build effective working relationships with HR leaders, business partners, IT teams, and external vendors.
Act as a trusted advisor by delivering data-driven insights and solution-oriented recommendations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Strong proficiency in business analysis methodologies and frameworks.
Experience with Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid project methodologies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
Experience with business process modeling tools and requirements management software.
Familiarity with Jira or comparable tools is preferred.
Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
Serving America’s Defense, Industry, and Education Communities for Over 75 Years. #arlpsu #weare #pennstate
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation. ARL-Penn State supports national security, economic competitiveness, and quality of life through Education; Scientific discovery; Technology demonstration; and Transition to application. As a designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC), ARL-Penn State conducts essential research, development, and systems engineering in support of our nations priorities free from conflict of interest or competition with commercial industry.
Offices: Applied Research Laboratory, Main Lab, Steam Drive, State College, Pennsylvania 16804, US · 559a Freeport Road, Freeport, Pennsylvania 16229, US · 1850 Centennial Park Dr, Reston, Virginia 20191, US · 995 Newtown Rd, Warminster, Pennsylvania 18974, US · 610 Dowell St, Keyport, Washington 98345, US
Serving America’s Defense, Industry, and Education Communities for Over 75 Years. #arlpsu #weare #pennstate
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation. ARL-Penn State supports national security, economic competitiveness, and quality of life through Education; Scientific discovery; Technology demonstration; and Transition to application. As a designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC), ARL-Penn State conducts essential research, development, and systems engineering in support of our nations priorities free from conflict of interest or competition with commercial industry.
Offices: Applied Research Laboratory, Main Lab, Steam Drive, State College, Pennsylvania 16804, US · 559a Freeport Road, Freeport, Pennsylvania 16229, US · 1850 Centennial Park Dr, Reston, Virginia 20191, US · 995 Newtown Rd, Warminster, Pennsylvania 18974, US · 610 Dowell St, Keyport, Washington 98345, US
