Compensation Specialist I or II

Compensation Specialist I or II Charleston County - 3.3 North Charleston, SC Job Details Full-time $24.25 - $35.58 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance Qualifications Microsoft Excel Writing skills High school diploma or GED Productivity software Technical Proficiency Office experience Excel data analysis Full Job Description Description Charleston County Human Resources is looking for a Compensation Specialist I/II that will serve as a central communication point within the Human Resources Department for compensation related questions and perform a variety of technical compensation duties that support the division. The Compensation Specialist II will also be communication point and will have the added responsibility to assist in the development, implementation and continuous maintenance of the County's classification and compensation systems. A strong candidate will be a committed team player who demonstrates strong problem solving and analytical skills. The Compensation Specialist I/II must be able to work in a fast paced environment and possess the ability to innovate. Attention to detail, excellent professional written and verbal communication skills are necessary for the person in this position. Must be comfortable working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, also have the ability to embrace change.

GRADE:

ANLT/05 SPEC I

Hiring Hourly Range:

$24.25 per hour to $31.76 per hour

GRADE:

ANLT/06 SPEC II

Hiring Hourly Range:

$27.17 per hour to $35.58 per hour This position will be filled at the appropriate Level (Compensation I or II) consistent with the skills and experience of the selected candidate .

OPEN UNTIL FILLED APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities Primary Responsibilities:

Monitors and Tracks the County's Longevity and Merit program/ Compensation Specialist II will be back up for this process. Conducts and completes salary surveys on behalf of Charleston County, participates in public sector surveys and assists other Cities and Counties with salary questions. Reviews and processes Position Change Request Forms (PCR) including labor changes, reclassifications, conversions, and creation of job codes. Participates in Staff Summary Sheet Meetings, checks portal for new Staff Summary Sheets, reviews Staff Summary Sheets, presents new Staff Summary Sheets, tracks via spreadsheet and sends spreadsheet to DCA's County Administrator on weekly basis, updates departments of SSS status/progress. Reviews and analysis compensation data The Compensation Specialist II will also: Determine and ensure appropriate FLSA classification and placement within the County's organization structure based upon application of job evaluation criteria. Review and update pay grade assignments (classification of positions) , pay structures, pay tables , position listings, and various other position details across HR systems as appropriate Perform internal pay analysis as well as market pricing & analysis (when needed) by reviewing appropriate data/information. Recommend changes, support the analysis with cost projections for proposed changes. As needed, review and recommend salary offers for new hires in coordination with the, Human Resources Director, Deputy HR Director and hiring departments. Assist in identifying benchmark jobs, preparing survey materials, and maintaining survey related data. Use spreadsheet data analysis techniques to assess results and market trends. Provides training and instruction to Human Resources Representatives as appropriate in the day-to-day application of compensation programs, policies, and procedures. Minimum Qualifications Qualifications for

Compensation Specialist I:

High School Diploma or GED, with an Associate's Degree, preferred; and Two (2) or more years of experience working in an office environment, Human Resources preferred; Able to communicate technical information, both verbally and written to staff in a non-technical manner. Proficient in Mircosoft Excel and overall proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Qualifications for

Compensation Specialist II:

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Business, Accounting, or a related field preferred. Two (2) or more years of experience working in Human Resources, Business Analytics, or a related field, required Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and overall proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite. Prior classification and compensation experience to include experience with step pay plans and point factor evaluation systems, preferred.