Remote Information Systems Manager Jobs in California

Are you a Workday expert who enjoys optimizing HR technology, solving complex system challenges, and driving operational excellence? Join us as we open a world of possibilities.

We are currently seeking a Senior HRIS Analyst to join our dynamic and growing team!

Full-Time, Exempt Position - $80,000 - $120,000
Remote
Growth & Development Opportunities

The Center for Social Dynamics (CSD) is an organization providing services to those with developmental delays, including autism, in California, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii, Arizona, and New Mexico.

CSD's people and programs deliver personalized, professional, evidence-based behavioral and developmental services to each participant and peace of mind to caregivers that their loved ones are in the right hands and receiving the best possible care.

The Senior HRIS Analyst serves as the primary Workday subject matter expert and is responsible for the administration, configuration, optimization, and ongoing support of CSD's Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS). This role partners with Human Resources, Payroll, Benefits, Finance, IT, and business leaders to enhance system functionality, improve business processes, maintain data integrity, and deliver meaningful workforce insights. The Senior HRIS Analyst also leads system enhancements, reporting, security administration, release management, and strategic HR technology initiatives that support organizational growth and operational excellence.

• What your role is:
• Serve as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for the Workday Human Resources Information System (HRIS), ensuring system performance, reliability, and alignment with business needs.
• Configure, maintain, and optimize Workday business processes, security roles, notifications, validations, calculated fields, and system settings.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement system enhancements that improve operational efficiency, automation, and user experience.
• Manage Workday releases by performing impact analysis, coordinating testing, deploying updates, and communicating system changes to stakeholders.
• Design, develop, and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, scorecards, and calculated fields to support business operations and strategic decision-making.
• Partner with Human Resources, Payroll, Benefits, Finance, IT, and organizational leadership to deliver workforce analytics, operational reporting, and system solutions.
• Monitor and audit HR data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and data governance standards.
• Analyze data trends, identify root causes of system or data issues, and implement corrective actions and process improvements.
• Administer Workday security roles, domains, and permissions while conducting periodic security audits and maintaining appropriate system access.
• Support and troubleshoot Workday integrations, Enterprise Interface Builders (EIBs), Core Connectors, and third-party system interfaces.
• Coordinate with vendors, consultants, IT teams, and business partners to resolve complex technical issues and implement new functionality.
• Lead small to medium-sized HRIS projects, support enterprise-wide technology initiatives, and participate in Workday implementation, optimization, and expansion efforts.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, configuration guides, standard operating procedures, and training materials.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to HRIS team members while serving as a trusted resource for Workday best practices and HR technology initiatives.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of four years of Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) experience.
• Minimum of two years of hands-on Workday administration experience.
• Strong experience supporting Workday HCM and at least two additional modules such as Payroll, Benefits, Recruiting, Time Tracking, Absence, Compensation, or Learning.
• Experience developing advanced Workday reports, calculated fields, dashboards, and analytics.
• Experience configuring Workday business processes, security roles, domains, and permissions.
• Experience supporting Workday integrations, Enterprise Interface Builders (EIBs), Core Connectors, and Workday Studio preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Experience supporting multi-state organizations and complex HR and payroll operations preferred.
• Experience leading Workday implementations, system optimizations, or major enhancement projects preferred.
• Workday Pro certifications are highly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and data accuracy.

You will have an opportunity to grow your career in this purpose-filled industry where you can see results every day. Benefits include:

• Competitive, market pay based on experience, location, and skills
• Bonus eligibility
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k)
• CSD-issued devices
• Free college or tuition reimbursement through our Dreams Come True program

CSD is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

About Us

At Center for Social Dynamics (CSD), we believe that every child deserves a chance to shine. We're a passionate team on a mission to open up a world of possibilities for individuals with autism and other developmental needs-through science, compassion, and a whole lot of heart.

From our very first session to each milestone we celebrate, we bring the power of play, connection, and evidence-based care to every moment. With services that are as unique as the individuals we support, we meet kids where they are-at home, in schools, and in communities-and guide them on a path toward growth.

We live our TRUE values-Transparency, Respect, Understanding, and Excellence-in everything we do. As a fast-growing leader in the field, we're known for our vibrant culture, hands-on training, and career pathways that help you grow just as much as those we serve.

At CSD, we don't just change lives-we light them up.

About Our Values

• Transparency in the work that we do and the actions we take to achieve our mission. There are no hidden agendas or motives at Center for Social Dynamics. Each family's unique cultures, values, and generational dynamics.

• Understanding through tolerance, cooperation, and empathy in the pursuit of our mission. We never lose sight of who we are, the people we serve, and our purpose and meaning.

• Respect for all and the value that everyone brings towards accomplishing our mission. No one at CSD is worth more or less, and together we are greater than the sum of our parts.

• Excellence in our drive, passion, and commitment to our mission. CSD will always do what it takes to deliver the best, leave no one behind, and champion our cause.

CSD is a proud equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Physical requirements may include but is not limited to:

• Constant visual stimulation, including close vision, distance vision, reading, computer work

• Constant sitting; frequent up and down out of chair

• Constant use of telephone, speaking, listening

• Constant document handling, use of copier and fax machine, filing

• Frequent typing, use of computer

• Occasional walking around building

• Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, pulling

• Occasional lifting, carrying, moving of items up to 20 pounds

• Occasional walking to, bending to enter, sitting and using upper and lower limbs to drive car