Compensation Specialist I or II

Charleston County Human Resources is seeking a Compensation Specialist I/II that will provide technical expertise in compensation programs and initiatives. You will participate in salary surveys, analyze internal and external market data, conduct job evaluations and make recommendations. This role involves a high level of collaboration across multiple teams and departments. 

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.

* Participates in salary surveys and analyze data. 

* Respond to compensation-related inquiries from internal and external customers. 

* Participates in internal compensation meetings, regularly checks portal for new compensation requests. 

The Compensation Specialist II will also:

* Review and Determine appropriate FLSA classification. 

* Review and update pay tables 

* Perform internal pay analysis as well as market pricing & analysis when needed 

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.