This position has a flexible, hybrid schedule to be negotiated with supervisor based on developing needs. 

COMPENSATION

Hiring Range:$81,000 - $85,000 USD Annual

Compensation will bedeterminedbased on education,experienceand skills.

BENEFITS

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching;wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules;remotework options; and more. For more information, click herefor our Total Rewards summary. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The Compensation and Classification Human Resources Business Partner Senior will conduct complex research and analysis to develop classification and compensation solutions and recommendations that supportthe JeffersonCounty’s compensation philosophy. This role may also perform lead work over other staff for the delivery of various classification and compensation projects such as assigning projects, reviewing work, and providing guidance and input on best practices.  

• Edit and revise existing classification descriptions to ensure they accurately describe the work performed and the education and experiencerequiredto successfully perform the work. Ensure descriptions are compliant with legal requirements and do not create adverse impact.

• Participate in or conduct classification studies that have department wide or county wide impactDevelop classification series or models to meet organization needs and to support attraction, retention, and growth opportunities.

• Participate in orconductscompensation studies to ensure like pay for like work and alignment with market as defined by county policies and practices.

• Conduct research and review of employee pay in support of equal pay for equal workPresent findings and make recommendations to management on issues and resolution opportunities.

• Maintain and revise survey benchmark jobs and internal alignment databaseEnter and edit datainWorkday.

• Respond to third party survey and data requests for organizations including local organizations, Employer's Council, Department of Labor (DOL)andEqual Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

• Research annual state and Federal minimum wage changes andprovidesrecommendations and associated costs to management.

• Deliver presentations to various groups on classification and compensation studies and related organizational and fiscal impacts.

• Share compensation and classification information and knowledge with team.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this andhesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• EducationBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field​

• ExperienceThree (3) years ofcompensationexperience, includinginterpreting and applying compensation policies, procedures, classification structures, and applicable employment laws and regulations Experience must include conducting compensation analyses, market studies, salary benchmarking, job evaluations, pay recommendations, and classification reviews.

Preferred knowledge,skillsand abilities

• Five (5) years of more of Comp experience

• Public sector or government HR experience

• Professional certification such as SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, or CCP

• Experience working with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday) and compensation survey tools

• Experience conducting market studies, job evaluations, and developing ormaintainingclassification structures

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data,identifytrends, and make sound recommendations

• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws related to compensation, including equal pay requirements

• Knowledge of compensation principles, job evaluation methods, and pay equity concepts

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present data to varied audiences

• Ability to provide candid, solution-oriented guidance and recommendations whileremainingflexible and supportive of final decisions.

• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic work environment.

Additional Job Information:

• A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer. 

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions. 

Accommodations StatementWe encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonableaccommodationsthroughout our hiring process. Forassistancewith applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact careertalent@jeffco.us Thiscontactis for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

APPLICATION:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.  

All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities   

• A resume and cover letter submitted with your application is encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application.  

• Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday. 

• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. 

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal    

For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs