Howard University
Senior Technical Writer Job at Howard University in Washington
Howard University, Washington, DC, United States, 20022
The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff "for fit" makes significant contributions to Howard University's overall mission.
At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.
Here is what we offer:
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
Join Howard University and thrive with us!
https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness
JOB PURPOSE:
Howard University needs an Advanced Report Writer to author and maintain reports in Workday. The Advanced Report Writer will "bridge the gap" between the business and technical teams by solving complex Workday inter-system problems.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
The Office of Data Analytics is looking for a skilled and experienced Advanced Report Writer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and maintaining reports using Workday Student, a cloud-based student information system. This role requires the ability to work remotely and communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: Serve as primary report writer for Student Financials and Financial Aid, supporting regulatory compliance report writing for other functional areas as needed
Create and maintain Fiscal Operations Reports; create and maintain (FISAP) and Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) toolkits in Workday
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather report requirements and ensure reports meet their needs
Develop and maintain reports in Workday Student using report writer tools
Test and troubleshoot reports to ensure accuracy and data integrity
Research Workday Community for reporting solutions and best practices
Develop and maintain documentation for all reports created
Provide technical support and training to end-users as needed
Keep up-to-date with Workday Student functionality and updates
CORE COMPETENCIES: Strong understanding of Workday Student data structures and report writer tools
Experience gathering business requirements, designing, and prototyping, testing, and implementing practical business solutions under multiple deadlines.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. 4+ years of Workday functional implementation experience with Financial Aid or Student Financials modules. Experience gathering requirements, designing, prototyping, testing, and deploying solutions to meet customer requirements.
Compliance Salary Range Disclosure
Expected Salary Range: $115,000 - $125,000