| Description |
We are currently looking for a passionate and motivated Compensation Analyst to join the City of Loveland team. The Human Resources department is looking for a self-starter with the ability to collaborate and motivate with many partners across the city. This position offers exciting possibilities to support the community, advance our employee experience, and will have ample opportunity to make an impact across the organization. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and analytical skills with a commitment to teamwork and the ability to proficiently manage information systems. In addition, we are looking for an individual who is willing to learn or already has a strong knowledge of compensation management and HR best practices.
With our office adjacent to the revitalized and historic downtown, historic neighborhoods and nearby parks and trails, staff has easy access to a variety of attractive amenities. The broader community is known for its beautiful setting, home-grown arts and access to a range of recreational opportunities. Apply today to join a knowledgeable and passionate team dedicated to serving the community.
To learn more about our exceptional Loveland community and the benefit of working for the City, please view our video Working at Loveland.
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| Duties/Functions |
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with planning, coordination, communication and execution of the annual pay plan updates.
- Participate in and conduct formal and informal salary surveys. Collects and analyzes salary data and prepare summary reports for both public and private sector market trends.
- Prepare new job descriptions and evaluate changes to existing job descriptions to determine if reclassification studies are necessary and analyzes data for job evaluations and reclassifications Collect and analyze wage-related information.
- Evaluate surveys and information to determine usefulness and quality.
- Perform classification and reclassification studies. Make recommendations on job matches, conduct market pricing and prepares and reports results.
- Collaborate with staff on position control for new or reclassified positions.
- Answer compensation inquiries and advise staff on issues related to compensation.
- Conducts desk audits, interviews and market surveys in order to collect compensation data Maintains a high level of confidentiality.
- Conduct and manage projects and audits related to compensation programs.
- Strong computer software applications experience, including HRIS systems, reporting software and intermediate to advanced use of spreadsheets Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality in all areas.
Other Job Functions
- May participate in or assist with other HR programs as needed.
- May attend off-site meetings, seminars, conferences or events related to work.
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| Skills, Education & Other |
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Required
- Solid knowledge of compensation theory and best practices.
- Strong analytical skills with a solid understanding of compensation analytics.
- High degree of technical and business acumen
- Strong computer software applications experience, including HRIS systems, reporting software and intermediate to advanced use of spreadsheets and word processing programs.
- Understand, interpret and apply the city’s personnel rules and regulations, city policies, FLSA, DOL and other applicable laws and regulations as they relate to compensation practices and procedures.
- Identify and clarify problems, evaluate potential solutions, and implement solutions and/or advise managers/staff on implementing solutions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of human resource processes and procedures
- Demonstrated knowledge of salary surveys and pay studies
- Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy;
- Demonstrated consistent, high accuracy of detail, and accuracy math calculations and keep detailed records;
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
- Strong organizational and attention to detail skills required.
- Must possess the ability to effectively communicate and interact with all levels of personnel within the City and the general public in a positive and professional manner.
- Ability to exercise initiative and judgment as well as make decisions within the scope of assigned authority.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality in all areas.
Materials and Equipment
Standard business and professional tools and equipment, various computer software programs including, but not limited to, cloud-based software applications, HRIS system, Microsoft Office Suite.
Qualifications - Education and Experience
Licenses or Certifications
Compensation Certification preferred
Education
Bachelor's Degree (BA, BS, BBA) required in Business/Public Administration or related field
Work Experience
At least 3 years in the human resource profession in the area of compensation. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered on year for year basis.
Level of Physical Effort
- Minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work.
- Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects.
- Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
Physical Working Environment
- Exposure to routine office noise and equipment.
- Minimal exposure to hazards typically found in general office environments where there is rarely to no exposure to injury or accident.
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