Senior Business Analyst - Workday

Join Tessera and make a difference. Tessera is a national leader in creating meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are a dynamic and growing organization of social entrepreneurs dedicated to building strong communities and delivering exceptional service. About Tessera: A recognized leader in inclusive employment and workforce development. A mission-driven team of innovative and passionate professionals. Operating self-sustaining businesses across 15 states and the District of Columbia, with a workforce of more than 2,000 employees. Committed to providing outstanding customer experiences across all service lines. Focused on supporting employee growth through robust training, development, and support programs. Our Bremerton, Washington Home Office supports nationwide operations with a highly skilled and motivated team specializing in finance, human resources, vocational and workforce development, information systems, strategy, business development, communications, marketing, quality, safety, learning, and more. Location: Bremerton, Washington (Hybrid or Remote work location will be considered ) Type: Exempt Compensation: $97,900.00 - $141,950.00 per year Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm (flexible start and end times depending on scheduling needs) As a Senior Business Analyst, you'll… The Senior Business Analyst serves as a strategic partner between business stakeholders and the Workday team, leading complex initiatives that improve business processes, drive organizational efficiency, and support Workday-enabled transformation efforts. This role is responsible for leading discovery sessions, process improvements, supporting production operations, facilitating future-state process design, gathering and translating business requirements, supporting Workday solution delivery, and ensuring successful implementation of projects across Human Resources, Benefits, Payroll, Recruiting, Workforce Development, Finance, and Operations. The position partners closely with stakeholders, subject matter experts, project teams, and vendors to ensure solutions align with business objectives, compliance requirements, and operational needs. Lead discovery workshops and stakeholder working sessions. Act as a functional subject matter expert across areas such as HCM, Benefits, Recruiting, Absence, Payroll support processes, and Workforce Development. Gather and document business requirements. Serve as a primary owner of Workday production support requests, incidents, and service requests. Facilitate current-state and future-state process design Lead medium-to-large workday initiatives, Troubleshoot and resolve complex Workday configuration, business process, reporting, and security issues. Conduct impact assessments and gap analysis Coordinate testing, validation, and deployment activities Manage project risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communications Independently configure and maintain Workday business processes, eligibility rules, notifications, organizational structures, security assignments, and reports within assigned functional areas. Develop training materials, process documentation, and business procedures Partner with external vendors and implementation partners to ensure solutions meet business requirements Mentor Business analysts and provide guidance on project delivery and stakeholder management Drive process improvement and operational excellence initiatives Provide technical guidance and configuration support to Business Analysts and contribute to knowledge sharing across the Workday team. Support continuous improvement initiatives that improve efficiency, user experience, reporting, and operational effectiveness. Resolve and coordinate ticket activity across workday modules Troubleshoot business processes, security, reporting and configuration issues Partner with functional stakeholders to resolve operational concerns Provide ongoing support for business processes, reports and security roles All Other Duties as Assigned. You'd make an excellent Senior Business Analyst if you: Consider yourself a people person. Love working on collaborative teams. Are dedicated to internal and external customer service. Take pride in your work. Are drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission-driven work. Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90-days of employment Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation, paid sick leave Potential shared earning bonus Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities Verizon wireless discount Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees Core Competencies: Purpose – Understands and supports Tessera’s mission of creating opportunities for people with disabilities and veterans. Demonstrates commitment to inclusion and equitable opportunities for all. Values – Inclusion: Treats others with dignity and respect, demonstrates awareness of people of all abilities, and contributes to an inclusive workplace. Partnership: Works collaboratively with coworkers, supervisors, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals. Integrity: Acts honestly and takes accountability for actions and results. Safety Mindset – Follows all safety procedures and takes ownership of personal safety. Speaks up about hazards, concerns, and opportunities to improve safety. Participates in safety initiatives and continuous improvement efforts. Operations Excellence – Completes work with quality, reliability, and attention to detail. Follows through on commitments, takes ownership of responsibilities, and contributes to team success through collaboration and consistency. Customer Service – Treats customers, coworkers, and stakeholders with professionalism and respect. Communicates clearly and represents Tessera positively in all interactions. Summary of desired skills and experience for the Tessera Senior Business Analyst: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field is required. 5 – 8 years of previous experience in HRIS, Technology, ERP, Human Resources, Business Systems, Government Contracting, Consulting, or related field is required. Combination of previous experience and education will be considered. Certifications in Workday Pro, Project Management (PMP, CAPM or equivalent), or Business Analysis (CBAP, CCBA or equivalent) are highly preferred. Must have strong core HCM configuration and Payroll process knowledge. Previous experience leading medium to large initiatives, supporting organizational change initiatives, working with external software vendors, supporting enterprise-wide HR technology platforms, and experience supporting Junior Analysts is highly preferred. Must have knowledge of reporting and analytics development, integration troubleshooting and support Ability to develop future-state process designs, analyze complex business requirements and recommend solutions, and balance operational support with strategic initiatives and project delivery Must have strong written and verbal communication skills A valid state driver’s license is preferred with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance. Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id . Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position. - Date Posted: 08/21/2026 *** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id . To Apply : Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application. Current Employees : need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub . Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance . Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at (360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email [email protected] . Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify