Classification Analyst (Internal HC applicants only)

Hennepin County•Minnesota, MN

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

Hennepin County's Human Resources (HR) department is seeking a Classification Analyst to support evaluating employee classifications based on job responsibilities and compensation structures, ensuring positions are assigned to the appropriate classifications. The role assists with job studies, classification reviews, and the overall maintenance of the county’s classification system, performing foundational job analysis, preparing classification documentation, and supporting data analysis, training, and process improvement efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and writing skills, a sharp attention to detail, and a commitment to consistency. They should also be comfortable collaborating with departments and HR partners and be interested in developing expertise in classification and job analysis. While the full salary range for this position is listed above, the targeted hiring salary range for 2026 is $28.337221 - $35.421527 an hour ($58,941.42 to $73,676.78 annually).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in business administration, industrial relations, human resources administration, public administration, psychology, or a field closely related to the position.
Certificate in human resources from an approved college or university or two years of college including 12 semester credits in the fields above, and two or more years of human resources or related experience.
Experience can be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

Using tools such as Microsoft Suite products, PeopleSoft, Cognos, SharePoint, and FileNet.
Collecting, researching, and analyzing data.
Working with job studies and classifications.
Preparing written reports and presenting findings.
Being accountable and delivering results in a remote work setting.
Applying strong critical-thinking and analytical competencies.
Knowledge of relevant compliance policies, regulations, and legal requirements such as the Fair Labor Standards Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.
Interest in building expertise in classification and job analysis.
Flexibility and ability to learn new processes and systems quickly.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong analytical and writing skills, while being attentive to details and consistency.
Comfortable interacting with and relaying information to county departments and HR partners.

Responsibilities

Conduct job studies, including reviewing PDQs, job duties, organizational structures, and related materials.
Evaluate positions using established compensable factors and class specifications.
Prepare written classification determinations and supporting documentation.
Communicate job analysis results to HR staff and departments.
Assist in classification data analysis and report preparation.
Provide training on classification processes, PDQs, and system standards.
Maintain class specifications and support documentation accuracy.
Support FLSA determinations as assigned.
Participate in classification projects as assigned.
Participate in other classification administrative tasks as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.