Compensation and Benefits Specialist II

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority

7d•$94,665 - $137,265

About The Position

This is the full-performance position in the Compensation and Benefits series, serving in the Compensation and Benefits Department of the Office of Human Resources at the Headquarters Office. The specialist performs compensation work including job grading analysis, documentation and evaluation, desk audits, compensation and benefits studies, and the development and administration of performance-pay and base-pay programs. The role researches and implements compensation, benefit, and retirement programs, policies, and procedures, and administers employee and retiree benefit programs. The position also advises employees, retirees, and dependents on benefit and retirement provisions, eligibility, rights, and resources. It maintains compensation and benefits records and data, prepares reports, supports retirement plan administration, and coordinates with plan administrators, insurance carriers, Payroll, and other HR personnel. Work is generally reviewed in progress and upon completion for quantity, quality, timeliness, teamwork, customer service, and other factors. A background security investigation is required for new hires.

Requirements

Five years of progressively responsible human resources experience, emphasizing benefits and/or compensation program administration, job analysis, and evaluation, plus a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Comprehensive knowledge of benefits and retirement programs and the ability to apply that knowledge in program administration.
Comprehensive knowledge of job classification principles and the ability to develop job profiles and qualification requirements.
Comprehensive knowledge of job analysis and evaluation methods, including conducting analyses for documentation and evaluation, constructing job-worth hierarchies, and developing base-pay structures.
Knowledge of job evaluation approaches and practices and the ability to place jobs within a job-worth hierarchy.
Knowledge of federal HR laws and regulations, particularly those concerning benefit programs; the Fair Labor Standards Act as it pertains to compensation; and Title VII, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, and the Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures as they pertain to selection standards and minimum qualifications.
Knowledge of survey methodology and analysis techniques.
Ability to analyze detailed data and information and make recommendations.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding compensation and employee information.
Ability to use computer hardware and modern office-suite software, particularly spreadsheet software.
Ability to speak and write effectively and make presentations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, managers, and others.
State driver’s license in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Current certification in one or more of the following: Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) from WorldatWork; Compensation Management Specialist certification from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans or a fully equivalent certification; Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) through WorldatWork or an equivalent certification; Group Benefit Associate (GBA); Retirement Plan Associate (RPA); Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS); or SHRM People Analytics Specialty Credential.
Substantive experience in compensation and benefits program administration.
Experience working with Workday enterprise software.

Responsibilities

Administer base-pay, performance-pay, and premium-pay programs, ensuring consistent application of policies and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Conduct job analyses, desk audits, and job evaluations; maintain job descriptions; establish pay grades; and develop and validate job qualifications and pre-employment selection criteria.
Conduct compensation studies, participate in salary surveys, assess new-hire salaries using industry tools and survey data, and recommend actions based on market competitiveness.
Coordinate position-management activities supporting organizational changes, workforce planning, and budget alignment.
Administer employee and retiree benefit and retirement programs, including health and welfare benefits, flexible spending accounts, donated leave, family and medical leave, long-term disability, and defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
Determine benefit eligibility, calculate applicable benefits and deferrals, and provide retirement and benefits estimates.
Determine FMLA leave eligibility, track leave balances, ensure compliance with federal requirements, and provide guidance on employee rights and resources.
Monitor legislative and regulatory changes concerning FMLA and other employee policies, evaluate impacts, and recommend policy and practice updates.
Advise employees, retirees, and dependents on benefit and retirement provisions, eligibility, rights, and available resources.
Counsel employees on complex or sensitive matters, prepare related correspondence, and coordinate with appropriate HR departments and supervisory personnel.
Coordinate with plan administrators, insurance carriers, and the Payroll Office to administer programs and resolve issues.
Maintain pension plan records, calculate distributions for non-vested separated employees, and provide required information to committees, trustees, and actuaries for plan administration and actuarial valuations.
Prepare recurring and ad hoc compensation and benefits reports; maintain, reconcile, and correct employee data in the Human Capital Management System; perform complex data analyses; and audit payroll reports for deduction accuracy.
Attend Thrift Savings Board meetings and support the Manager as Secretary to the Retirement Committee.
Process long-term disability applications, communicate eligibility determinations, and maintain active cases.
Support donated leave and wellness initiatives, including committee participation and coordination of the Donated Leave Open Season.
Assist in preparing case files for investigations involving HR and benefits statutes and support consistent application of relevant policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.