Human Resources Specialist (Classification and Compensation)

Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners•Tampa, FL

3h•$55,000

About The Position

Under the supervision of the HR Manager, this position will independently perform administrative, technical, and analytical work to support the County’s classification and compensation programs. The position will provide consultation, technical guidance, and hands-on support for the administration of Hillsborough County’s classification and compensation structure. The position will perform professional classification, compensation, and job evaluation duties, including the preparation and presentation of data and reports and execution of classification studies. The ideal candidate for this position has three years of practical experience in a public sector classification and compensation function. Classification experience includes writing job descriptions, job documentation, job evaluation, and documenting job worth hierarchy. Compensation experience includes conducting salary surveys, market pricing jobs, developing pay structures, and evaluating internal equity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management (Administration), Business Management, Public Administration, or a Social or Behavioral Science; and
Three years of professional human resources experience; or
An equivalent compensation of education (not less than a high school diploma/GED), training, and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies.
Ability to conduct research, collect, interpret, and analyze data to understand workforce trends and patterns and develop logical conclusions.
Knowledge of classification and compensation elements and practices.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and agency policies affecting classification and compensation.
General knowledge of human resources practices and understanding of how one action may impact different functional areas.
Skill in presenting to small and large groups.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to collaborate and work effectively with others.
Ability to use a computer and related software.

Nice To Haves

The ideal candidate for this position has three years of practical experience in a public sector classification and compensation function. Classification experience includes writing job descriptions, job documentation, job evaluation, and documenting job worth hierarchy. Compensation experience includes conducting salary surveys, market pricing jobs, developing pay structures, and evaluating internal equity.

Responsibilities

Analyzes and evaluates position descriptions using standard job analysis and evaluation methodology to determine a position’s relative place in the County’s hierarchy of jobs.
Conducts studies and performs desk audits of individual positions and job groups. Interviews employees and managers to gather job information in person or over the phone, and documents reviews.
Provide classification and compensation advisory services which include sound decisions and definitive interpretations of the County’s classification and compensation procedures and guidelines for the establishment of positions and appropriate organizational structures. Research HR best practices, policies, and legislation.
Researches, collects, and analyzes labor market data; evaluates job duties of both classified and unclassified positions to recommend adjustments to salaries and changes to assigned pay grades. Writes reports of findings for presentation to manager.
Conducts market analysis by participating in and completing salary surveys to determine internal and external competitiveness of jobs and salary structures. Researches and analyzes competitive compensation practices in the market. Makes recommendations based on findings.
Assists departments in the interpretation of federal and state laws, Hillsborough County policies, and collective bargaining agreements, and the application of procedures specific to the functional area.
Reviews existing process and participates in process improvement initiatives.
Conducts employee workshops and training sessions.
Completes daily work activities within the allotted time frames.
Performs other related duties as assigned.