Federal HR Subject Matter Expert

TL;DR

Federal HR Subject Matter Expert: Providing authoritative guidance on federal HR policies and translating regulatory requirements into Workday PaaS configurations with an accent on compliance, system design, and stakeholder liaison. Focus on validating configurations, supporting testing and change management, and ensuring alignment with government standards throughout implementation.

Location: Nationwide Remote (US only)

Salary: $98,614 - $167,644

Company

Global advisory and technology services provider combining expertise with technology to solve complex client challenges.

What you will do

• Provide in-depth expertise on federal HR policies, processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure Workday PaaS configurations and processes align with federal mandates and best practices.
• Translate federal HR requirements into Workday PaaS specifications and validate designs for accuracy.
• Serve as primary liaison between HR stakeholders and implementation team for clear communication.
• Support testing, training, and change management initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• 8+ years federal HR experience in policy, operations, or advisory roles
• 3+ years with cloud HR systems, including at least 1 Workday PaaS HCM or comparable implementation
• Strong knowledge of federal HR regulations (Title 5, OPM, merit principles, SES, pay/leave, labor relations)
• Experience defining HR business rules, SOPs, and requirements
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR or equivalent)
• Masters Degree

Nice to have

• 12+ years federal HR experience, including HQ/policy or enterprise transformation
• 2 full-cycle Workday PaaS HCM implementations for federal agencies
• Advanced HR certifications (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) or federal HR training (OPM courses)
• Experience with federal personnel systems (NFC, DFAS, shared services)
• Leadership in cross-bureau HR standardization or modernization

Culture & Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive workplace.
• Empowered to collaborate and achieve personal/professional goals.
• Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities, veterans, and religious beliefs.
• Comprehensive benefits included per Transparency in Coverage Act.