Compensation Analyst Senior

City of Charlotte

8d•$81,226 - $116,763•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is part of the Organizational & Talent Development team and provides Aviation Department leadership and support in the administration and implementation of the City’s compensation and classification programs. Performs compensation analysis, market pricing, classification support, salary administration, and workforce analytics activities to support equitable and competitive pay practices aligned with City Human Resources policies and guidelines. Collaborates with department leadership, Human Resources staff, and the City Compensation division to support compensation-related initiatives, job evaluations, classification reviews, and organizational needs. This position reports to the Aviation Human Resources Manager and maintains a matrixed working relationship with the City Compensation Manager to ensure consistency with enterprise compensation philosophy, programs, and practices. Acts as a liaison between Aviation and central HR Compensation team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Analytics, or a related field AND three (3) years of professional experience in compensation, classification, human resources analytics, or related human resources functions; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Principles and practices of compensation and classification administration
Compensation analysis and salary survey methodologies
Federal and state laws related to compensation and wage administration
Human resources information systems and reporting tools
Data analysis and workforce reporting techniques
Job evaluation and classification concepts
Spreadsheet, database, and presentation software applications
Analyzing compensation and workforce data
Conducting market pricing and salary analysis
Preparing reports, spreadsheets, and presentations
Interpreting policies, procedures, and compensation guidelines
Exhibiting critical thinking skills, highly responsive, and customer oriented
Communicating effectively with employees and leadership
Managing multiple assignments and competing priorities
Building collaborative working relationships across departments
Exercising sound judgment and maintaining confidentiality
Organizing, maintaining, and managing paper and electronic records and files
Identifying issues and recommending practical solutions
Using Microsoft Excel and other analytical tools effectively
This position is sedentary in nature and primarily involves sitting for extended periods while performing computer-based work.
Work may also involve standing, walking, bending, reaching, carrying, and lifting materials weighing up to 20 pounds occasionally.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and operate in an environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
Must maintain the ability to obtain and maintain airport security and driving privileges as required.
Works standard business hours, Monday - Friday.
Successful candidate must hold driver’s license in state of residency and ability to obtain and maintain a City Driving Permit.
Ability to pass a background check in advance of start date required.
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination.
During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

Nice To Haves

Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)

Responsibilities

Administers and supports implementation of the City’s compensation philosophy, salary structures, pay programs, and compensation guidelines within the Department.
Conducts market pricing and compensation analyses for Department-related classifications and positions.
Administer classification studies, reclassification reviews, and job analysis activities.
Collaborates with the City Compensation division on compensation administration, classification matters, and organizational reviews impacting Department positions.
Reviews compensation data and workforce trends to support pay recommendations and organizational decision-making.
Perform salary surveys, benchmarking activities, and labor market research.
Supports annual compensation planning and budget development activities through compensation cost analysis and reporting.
Prepares compensation reports, presentations, and supporting documentation for leadership review.
Monitors pay practices and conduct regular internal equity and compliance reviews.
Provides guidance to managers and Organizational & Talent Development staff regarding compensation policies, classification procedures, job design, and pay administration practices.
Collaborates with Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Finance, and other internal and external stakeholders to support workforce initiatives.
Collaborates with City Compensation division to ensure compensation and classification activities comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and City policies.
Maintains compensation records, job documentation, and related data systems.
Participates in process improvement initiatives related to compensation and classification administration.
Performs other related duties as assigned.