Human Resources Business Partner – Compensation (Hybrid)

County of Anoka • Anoka, MN

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Anoka County Human Resources Department provides a full spectrum of workforce services and support including, but not limited to classification, compensation and benefits, recruitment and selection, employee relations, labor relations, performance management, and organizational development. We are seeking a business partner experienced in providing strategic support and guidance to clients and leaders throughout the organization. This position will support the Human Resources department as part of the Classification and Compensation team by participating in job evaluations, market pricing, and internal equity analyses, preparing reports and materials for compensation review and projects, and serving as a trusted advisor to leaders on matters related to compensation and pay equity. This position will also provide business partner support to one or more departments at the county. This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Two years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience in human resources or a closely related field.
• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a closely related field
• Job-related experience in supporting compensation and classification programs
• Job-related experience utilizing Workday within an HR environment
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (complex modeling, data manipulation, scenario analysis)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic counsel on a wide range of HR programs such as employment, compensation, EEO, training, benefits, personnel records, and employee relations using county policy and procedure to solve issues.
• Ensure all employment practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations and labor agreements.
• Conduct compensation analysis and modeling to support pay decisions and program evaluations
• Participate in job evaluations – including FLSA classification and leveling alignment – market pricing, and internal equity analyses with review from senior team members
• Assist in the administration and calculation of variable incentive and bonus plans
• Support equity administration activities and documentation requirements
• Prepare reports and materials for compensation review and projects
• Benchmark roles using survey data and market intelligence to ensure external competitiveness
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders on offers, promotions, market adjustments, and pay decisions
• Partner with HRIS to improve system structure data flows, and usability within Workday
• Oversee the updates, maintenance and dissemination of job descriptions and job postings, ensuring they are accurate and compliant with federal, state, and local laws.
• Assist in the interpretation of job responsibilities, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct investigations and advise management on the resolution of employee issues, concerns and/or conflicts.
• Make recommendations on corrective action, terminations, employee concerns, training, and organizational changes.
• Support HR Department in the development of objectives, county goals, performance management and policies and procedures.
• Define and execute HR strategies to accomplish county and department objectives.
• Develop workforce plans and maintain an understanding of external trends and issues that may impact county workforce targets.
• Evaluate and anticipate department HR-related needs and communicate needs with the HR Department and county leadership.
• Serve as the liaison between employees and vendors in providing technical assistance in resolving questions/issues.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group as assigned.

Benefits

• 24 days of paid flexible time off
• up to 12.5 paid holidays
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level