Manager of Compensation, Classification, and HRIS

Charles County Public Schools•La Plata, MD

About The Position

Manages the Human Resources Information System (HRIS), position control, and compensation programs for Charles County Public Schools (CCPS). Leads efforts to ensure accurate workforce data, efficient systems, and competitive compensation structures aligned with policy, law, and labor agreements. Serves as a strategic liaison among HR, Finance, IT, and district leadership. Terms of employment are 12 months. The position is exempt and uses salary scale AFSCME UB G19-20. Initial salary range placement is $76,665–$117,439, contingent on experience level.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in compensation administration and HRIS management.
Professional HR certification required: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
Valid driver’s license.
Knowledge of compensation practices, salary design, and position classification principles.
Knowledge of HRIS platforms, data privacy standards, and payroll integration.
Knowledge of labor laws, collective bargaining agreements, and compliance requirements.
Ability to analyze complex data, interpret trends, and develop actionable recommendations.
Proficiency using Excel and HR data systems for reporting and analysis.
Ability to manage projects and foster cross-functional collaboration.
Ability to communicate technical information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive employee information.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and provide high-level customer service.
Physical ability to visit other locations; stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift, carry, or move light to medium weights of 10–50 pounds.
Good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including grasping, and visual acuity to use a keyboard.
Ability to sit frequently, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day HRIS operations, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
Coordinate the development, testing, and implementation of HR system upgrades and enhancements.
Manage position control with HR, Budget, Payroll, and Finance to ensure accurate employee and position data.
Design and maintain compensation plans and salary structures in accordance with negotiated agreements, legal requirements, and district policy.
Conduct compensation analyses, salary benchmarking, and internal equity reviews; recommend changes to support market competitiveness.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, FLSA, and EEO guidelines.
Lead compensation-related projects, including classification reviews and salary scale development.
Prepare workforce data, salary trends, turnover, demographics, and compliance reports for senior leadership.
Liaise among HR, Payroll, Budget, and IT to resolve data and system integration issues.
Develop, document, and maintain compensation and HRIS procedures and best practices.
Provide training and technical guidance to HR staff and district leaders on system use and compensation protocols.
Maintain security, confidentiality, and integrity of HR data and user access rights.
Manage vendor relationships for HRIS platforms and compensation tools.
Support internal audits and external reviews by preparing required data and documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.