Lead Compensation Analyst

City of Houston•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Houston seeks a Lead Compensation Analyst to provide advanced compensation management services to City HR Generalists and department management. The role uses job analysis, job evaluation, and knowledge of organizational structure to audit and classify staff positions at all levels. It leads compensation projects and takes responsibility for major aspects of the City of Houston compensation program as assigned. The analyst researches and validates market competitiveness through analytics, data modeling, and costing analysis. The role represents Compensation to HR Operations and department management on classification decisions and pay adjustments, supports program enhancements, and communicates findings through presentations. It applies salary and industry surveys to determine competitive pay rates and pay grades and to resolve internal equity issues. The position also advises management on job design and classification through evaluation of workflows, processes, and operating systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
Seven years of progressively responsible compensation analysis and project management experience.

Nice To Haves

Eligible veteran applicants may receive preference if they possess the necessary qualifications, are among the most qualified candidates, and meet the other applicable factors under Executive Order 1-6.

Responsibilities

Audit and classify staff positions at all levels using job analysis, job evaluation, and knowledge of organizational structure.
Provide advanced compensation management services to HR Generalists and department management.
Lead compensation projects and assume responsibility for major aspects of the City of Houston compensation program as assigned.
Research and validate market competitiveness through analytics, data modeling, and costing analysis.
Represent Compensation to HR Operations and department management regarding classification decisions and pay adjustments.
Identify key facts, explain conclusions, and present findings to management in support of program enhancements.
Analyze and apply salary and industry surveys to determine competitive pay rates and pay grades and resolve internal equity issues.
Conduct job audits and recommend classifications for newly proposed positions.
Evaluate existing positions to ensure appropriate classification and grading of City of Houston jobs.
Develop, prepare, edit, and revise policies and procedures for department incentive plans.
Prepare department incentive plans for review and approval by City of Houston executive management.
Participate in developing management and administrative policies, procedures, and project plans.
Analyze and review management practices and procedures and recommend improvements.
Evaluate workflows, processes, and operating systems to advise management on job design and classification issues.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.