Manager - IS Workday Release - Universal Health Services receives : Job Details

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

The Corporate Information Services Department is seeking a dynamic and talented Manager – IS Workday Release.

The Manager – IS Workday Release is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the deployment of Workday updates and enhancements across the organization. This role requires a strong understanding of Workday functionalities, excellent project management skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and efficient release cycles.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive Workday release calendar.
• Plan and coordinate Workday update schedules, including feature enhancements, patches, and new releases.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and prioritize releases.
• Ensure alignment of release activities with business objectives and timelines.
• Communicate release plans, status, and updates to stakeholders, including HR, IT, and executive leadership.
• Provide training and support to end-users on new features and changes.
• Develop and distribute release notes and other relevant documentation.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with Workday updates and deployments.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations during the release process.
• Conduct impact analysis for new Workday releases and updates.
• Coordinate and oversee testing activities, including unit, system, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Work closely with QA teams to ensure the quality and stability of Workday updates.
• Manage and resolve any issues or defects identified during testing.
• Continuously review and improve release management processes and tools.
• Implement best practices and industry standards for Workday release management.
• Stay current with Workday features, updates, and industry trends.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5 – 8 years of related experience required.
• 3+ years of experience managing Workday releases or similar ERP systems.
• Strong project management skills, with a proven track record of managing complex projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Workday functionalities and configuration.
• Experience with testing and quality assurance methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Workday certification in HCM, Financials, or other relevant modules preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification preferred.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and tools preferred.
• Prior experience in change management and organizational development preferred.

Travel: Up to 5%.

This opportunity provides the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off