Compensation Specialist

Full Job Description

This position performs technical, analytical, and administrative work in support of the County’s compensation and classification programs. Maintains compensation infrastructure, conducts routine analyses, and ensures data integrity. Serves as a primary technical resource for departments and supports higher-level compensation analysis and projects. Employment is subject to the terms, conditions, and policies detailed in the Personnel Policies Manual (PPM). This position requires regular in-person presence as an essential job function.

Requirements

• Conducts job evaluations and updates classification specifications under established guidelines; gathers and documents job-related data.
• Compiles, validates, and analyzes compensation and labor market data to support compensation studies and decision-making.
• Processes and supports compensation actions related to recruitment, personnel changes, and internal equity using established procedures.
• Maintains and updates compensation data within HRIS and position control systems; ensures data accuracy and integrity.
• Prepares survey submissions, summarizes results, and supports market analysis efforts.
• Conducts routine audits of compensation and position data; identifies discrepancies and escalates complex issues.
• Responds to routine compensation inquiries and provides guidance on policies and procedures; effectively communicates information to leadership, employees, and the public.
• Serves as a liaison to departments and offices for day-to-day compensation processes and requirements.
• Supports compensation projects through data collection, reporting, coordination, and documentation.
• May lead limited-scope technical or process improvement initiatives.
• Performs other duties as required.

Supervision Exercised: This classification does not have supervisory authority; however, may be required to provide expertise or limited guidance or direction to employees, such as overseeing work quality, training, and guidance. Typically serves as a subject matter expert on the scope of functional area.

Supervision Received: Receives general supervision. This classification typically performs job duties by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Regular direction, guidance, and coaching from supervisor may be expected. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of compensation practices and applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Strong initiative, attention to detail, and ability to ensure data accuracy.
• Analytical skills to interpret data and identify trends or discrepancies.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills.
• Must be a strong communicator with the ability to effectively communicate with tact, courtesy, and diplomacy, both verbally and in writing, even in difficult situations. Ability to write clearly, concisely, and with proper regard to spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, County staff, leadership, and the public. Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Required Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Three years of human resources or related experience.
  • Associate’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for two years of the required experience.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Compensation experience.
• Experience in a government or public sector environment.

Licenses/Certificates

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen.

Additional Information

Duties are primarily performed in an office and remote work environment dependent upon Department discretion and business needs; some travel may be required.

The classification specification above is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and minimum qualifications; specific job assignments, duties, education, experience, licenses/certifications, and environmental conditions will vary depending on the needs of the department/office and the particular assignment. Changes to this document may only be made by a member of the Human Resources Department.