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Workday HRMS Director

Covanta
United States, New Jersey, Florham Park
Oct 05, 2025

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

All that we're missing is you. Apply today!

About the role

Reporting to the Sr Director, HR Transformation and Talent, this role is an integral part of our growth and transformation journey by enhancing and maximizing the value of the Workday system to support business needs, drive efficiency, improve operational performance and align to the organization's overall strategy.

The pay range for this job location is: $165,000 -$200,000.

Work Location: Florham Park, NJ.

Work schedule: 3 days in office 2 days from home.

Position Responsibilities

  • Manage the development, optimization, security, system configurations, upgrades, data integrity, reporting, testing and overall Workday platform.
  • Design and deliver key HR technology/systems initiatives that support HR programs and streamline HR operations.
  • Support the HR Governance program, including change management, communications, and release management.
  • Collaborate with HR leadership, HR team and key internal stakeholders (IT, Finance, etc.) across the organization to identify and implement system improvements, translating business objectives and user needs into clear technical requirements.
  • Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
  • Drive system configuration and testing related to new functionality, enhancements, and system upgrades.
  • Participate in the creation and maintenance of HRMS documentation including processes and procedures, user guides, training/operating manuals and SOP's, job aids, and UAT scripts.
  • Ensure high standards of data integrity, security, and compliance.
  • Maintain awareness of current trends in HRMS with a focus on product and service development, delivery and support, and applying key technologies.
  • Manage a team of direct reports and outsourced resources; lead, provide guidance, coach, and delegate tasks.

Position Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 7+ years of Workday HRMS experience, with deep expertise with Workday configurations and Workday Security.
  • Strong understanding of HR business processes and best practices.
  • Knowledge of SOX, GDPR, Audit preferred.
  • Experience with Lean management principles preferred.
  • Experience launching and managing HR technology programs, including change management, communication, and release management.
  • Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making abilities. Experience diagnosing and resolving complex HRMS issues.
  • Self-motivated in a fast-paced environment and ability to multi-task.
  • Strong communication skills required. Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across the organization to ensure seamless integration and resolution of technical issues.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion, and exercise sound business judgment.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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