City of Aurora · 9 hours ago
Compensation And Classification Analyst
Aurora, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$73K/yr - $91K/yr
1+ years expCity of Aurora is a growing organization seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. The Compensation and Classification Analyst will plan, design, and implement the city’s compensation and classification programs, providing consultation on related matters to leaders and supporting various HR functions.
GovernmentLaw EnforcementPublic Safety
Responsibilities
Implements and supports the execution of the compensation and classification programs
Gathers and analyzes appropriate level of data for job evaluations and reclassifications, internal and external market comparisons, department reorganizations, collective bargaining agreements and makes appropriate recommendations
Advises others, makes recommendations, as well as communicates with and guides all levels of staff on all compensation and classification related items
Conducts job evaluations through questionnaires, interviews, market surveys and internal equity
Partners with departments to create or reclassify positions including job description creation, as well as defining minimum qualifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to successfully perform duties and responsibilities
Partner with department leadership team to develop, modify, and implement employee advancement step programs
Identifies, analyze, and recommends solutions for various compensation relation concerns across the organization, monitoring implementation until the issues have been improved or resolved
Identifies and analyzes internal equity, compression, turnover, retention, and recruitment challenges, to provide recommendations for corrective action
Ensures compliance with federal and state laws, including reporting requirements
Provides objective interpretation, guidance and assistance on city policies and procedures to managers, supervisors and employees
Designs, develops, implements, and conducts training for other HR staff and departments on all compensation or classification related policies, procedures and programs
Provides pay recommendations for all new hires, promotions, transfers, reclassifications, acting or detail assignments, and demotions
Work with departments to determine the need and implementation of certification and bonus pay programs
Support year end processes to include annual increases, variable hour conversions, minimum wage adjustments, Council Appointee performance evaluations, Mayor and City Council annual adjustments, and On the Spot and High-Performance Bonuses
Assists with the annual citywide market analysis and adjustments if necessary
Assists with the annual citywide focal-point merit and performance management process
Update and maintain the city’s Pay Table and ensure it is accurately identified in the HRIS system
Respond to and conduct external surveys as needed
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resources, business/public administration, or related field
1 year of directly related compensation administration experience
Intermediate knowledge of compensation best practices, and principles including job evaluation methods, market benchmarking, and salary survey participation
Intermediate knowledge of compensation related employment laws such as Equal Pay Act, Federal Labor Standards Act, and Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act
Intermediate knowledge of Human Resources best practices, processes, and procedures
Basic knowledge of Human Resources Information Systems functionality
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Strong Excel skills for data gathering and analytical purposes including X/V lookups, indexing, nested formulas, pivot charts/tables, and mass data manipulation
Intermediate computer and related software applications including word processing, email and spreadsheet applications
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Gather, analyze data and make appropriate recommendations
Present in front of medium-to-large groups; to include executive staff
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, managers, and citizens
Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy
Demonstrated consistent, high accuracy of detail, and accurate math calculations and keep detailed records
Set priorities and work with minimal supervision
Interact knowledgeably with staff and the public in person, email and by phone
Preferred
Certified Compensation Professional
PHR or SHRM-CP
Experience with Workday HCM
Experience with Microsoft Office 365 Suite of products including SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Benefits
Competitive total compensation package
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
Company
City of Aurora
City of Aurora is the governing body for ensuring well being of the citizens in the region.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.05MKey Investors
Consumer Product Safety Commission
2024-07-02Grant· $0.05M
Leadership Team
Tim McCain, CISM, CIPM
Chief Information Security Officer
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