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NEOGOV · 15 hours ago

Human Resources Analyst - Compensation

Winchester Hall - Frederick, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$63K/yr - $107K/yr

1+ years exp

Frederick County Government is seeking a Human Resources Analyst specializing in Compensation to conduct data-driven analyses related to compensation rates and grade assignments. The role involves providing internal and external data analytics, supporting compensation decisions, and performing key compensation duties.

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Responsibilities

Conduct compensation reviews and analyses for new hires, transfers, and promotions to ensure internal pay parity

Review, calculate, and approve employee status changes, promotions, and upgrades in the HRIS system based on rules; approve hires and transfers as needed

Respond to requests for compensation data and information and Public Information Act requests from other public sector and private organizations

Review and conduct salary studies utilizing internal and market data to determine target market salaries and County competitiveness; review and analyze external survey reports for benchmarking

Prepare and analyze statistical summaries, public information requests, and special reports related to compensation, payroll, or other employee information

Assist with cost-of-living and other increases, pay scale adjustments, and/or minimum wage increases

Analyze and recommend action on hiring rate exemptions and interim promotions

Process anniversary adjustments bi-weekly

Compile statistics, conduct surveys, and prepare cost estimates for proposed changes in pay and/or grade

As needed, prepare cost analysis for labor negotiations

Participate in multiple compensation and human resources projects

Assist in the maintenance, testing, and analysis of the County’s HRIS; assist with reviewing and updating the Employee Total Compensation Statement annually

Perform HRIS data entry and personnel file maintenance; set up and update jobs, positions, and supervisory structure as needed

Prepare and analyze EEO reports and other demographic reports as needed

Recommend updates to current processes, policies, and procedures; interpret Human Resources policies and procedures

Assist with job studies and compensation reviews; conduct online and on-site interviews with employees, supervisors, and managers to clarify and verify job duty information

Prepare new or revise existing job descriptions and specifications, as needed

Assist with the evaluation of position descriptions for conformity with applicable classification requirements; maintain approved revisions

Recommend and justify grade changes based on job analysis and market data

Assist with the review of new budgeted positions by reviewing job description questionnaires and recommending wage grades for new positions

Revise, update, and maintain official wage and salary reference documents for publication and distribution

Perform other related duties as required

Qualification

Human resources lawsData analysisCompensation analysisMicrosoft 365Statistical reportingHRIS softwareAnalytical thinkingCommunication skillsCritical thinkingConfidentiality

Required

Associate's degree

Minimum 3 years work experience in an administrative position which includes duties in the areas of human resources

Intermediate skills in Microsoft 365

Bachelor's degree

Minimum 1 year work experience in administrative position which includes duties in the areas of human resources

Intermediate skills in Microsoft 365

Working knowledge of human resources laws, policies, and procedures, especially regarding compensation and wage administration, including FLSA

Knowledge of the principles and practices of personnel management, particularly in the areas of classification, compensation, and workforce data analysis

Ability to collect, interpret, and report data metrics, including compensation trends, workforce demographics, and HR analytics

Ability to prepare, analyze, and present statistical reports, dashboards, and data summaries to support decision-making

Ability to effectively develop procedures and manuals, organize work, determine priorities, and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision

Ability to effectively access and utilize word processing, spreadsheet, HRIS software packages, and data management systems

Advanced ability to use spreadsheet tools (e.g., pivot tables, formulas, data modeling) to analyze and visualize data

Ability to exercise sound judgment, critical thinking, and objectivity in decisions and other critical areas

Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality

Ability to evaluate and adapt quickly to changing priorities, program needs, and available resources

Strong analytical skills, including the ability to accurately compile and analyze aggregate and individual wage information

Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills

Preferred

Degree in Human Resources, Management, Business Administration, Data Analytics or a related field

Experience performing data analytics, statistical reporting, or workforce metrics analysis

Experience preparing compensation reports or salary studies

Experience working in local government

Advanced proficiency in MS Excel

Benefits

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment

15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover

11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays

Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending

Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care

100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit

County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program

Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan