Human Resources Manager - Compensation Benefits
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*Please note that this posting will remain open until the position is filled. It also may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Human Resources Manager Compensation & Benefits
Are you a strategic HR leader passionate about shaping highimpact total rewards programs Join the City of Colorado Springs to lead a nationally recognized Compensation and Benefits Division and help drive innovative solutions that support the wellbeing and success of our unique workforce! As a Human Resources Manager you will lead and oversee multiple teams within the Citys Human Resources Department. This position is responsible for managing strategic compensation and benefits programs that support a highperforming workforce and ensure equitable costeffective and competitive offerings for City employees retirees and their families.
In close partnership with HR Leadership you will oversee and provide strategic direction for the Compensation and Benefits Division including leadership of the Citys pay classification wellness and benefits programs. This role also includes oversight of leave administration and compliance with federal and state benefit laws. Strong leadership a deep understanding of public sector compensation and benefits and a strategic mindset are essential for success in this role. As a key member of the HR Leadership Team you will play a critical role in shaping the Citys total rewards philosophy and ensuring the continued success of a nationally recognized division.
This Job Includes:
Strategic Leadership and Program Management:
Lead the development and of compensation benefits and leave management programs in alignment with City objectives.
Manage a selffunded medical and dental plan a health care trust fund and provide strategic oversights for a nearsite medical clinic in partnership with UCCS and an onsite pharmacy.
Support strategic workforce initiatives through competitive total rewards programs.
Provide expert guidance to leadership on pay equity job design organizational structure and employee benefits.
Ensure compliance with applicable employment compensation and benefits laws (FLSA EPEWA FMLA ACA CAA ADA HIPAA COBRA FAMLI PWFA etc..
People Management and Team Development:
Supervise and mentor a team of HR professionals in the Compensation and Benefits Division fostering high performance and development.
Set priorities manage workloads and develop goals aligned with division and Citywide objectives.
Promote a culture of collaboration innovation accountability and continuous improvement.
Compensation Classification & Pay Equity:
Administer and enhance the Citys classification and compensation systems.
Conduct market and internal equity studies to maintain competitive and fiscally responsible pay structures.
Partner with key stakeholders on compensation initiatives.
Maintain the Citys status as the first municipal employer certified as a Fair Pay Workplace.
Benefits Wellness & Leave Administration:
Oversee a comprehensive benefits program including medical dental vision life retirement (PERA) and wellness initiatives.
Manage administration of leave programs including Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) military leave longterm medical leave and ADA accommodations.
Lead Open Enrollment planning and benefits communication strategies.
Manage vendor relationships and local partnerships supporting health and wellbeing.
Foster a culture of wellbeing through mental health work/life balance and local wellness partnerships.
- Data Compliance and Stakeholder Engagement:
- Oversee the use of HRIS platforms (PeopleSoft NeoGov) for compensation benefits wellness programs and leave administration.
- Analyze HR data and metrics to inform decisionmaking and ensure compliance.
- Partner with City Leadership Finance Risk Management and Legal on compensation and benefits matters.
- Represent the City at professional events and share best practices at local and national levels.
Areas of Oversight will Include:- Compensation & Classification:
- Manage classification systems job evaluations salary schedules and equity analysis.
- Benchmark pay data and oversee compensation policy development and implementation.
- Employee Benefits & Wellness:
- Manage selffunded and fully insured health and wellness programs for employees and retirees.
- Leave Administration & Compliance:
- Ensure compliant and compassionate administration of leave programs.
- Coordinate with Risk and Legal teams on ADA FMLA and other regulatory matters.
Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page.
Relevant Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of:- Public sector compensation and benefits program design and administration.
- Federal and state employment laws including compensation leave and benefitrelated regulations such as:
- Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA)
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA)
- Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
- Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA)
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations
- Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HWFA)
- The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA)
- Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)
- Affordable Care Act (ACA)
- Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA)
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Equal Pay For Equal Work Act (EPEWA)
- Total rewards strategies and pay equity best practices.
- Budget planning fiscal oversight and vendor management for HR programs.
Ability to:- Lead highperforming HR teams across multiple disciplines.
- Analyze HR data and apply findings to strategic decisions.
- Communicate complex information clearly to all audiences.
- Foster collaboration and innovation in a fastpaced HR environment.
- Ensure exceptional customer service delivery and stakeholder engagement.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in human resources public administration business administration or a related field
Experience:Five years of fulltime professional experience in human resources compensation benefits or a related field including three years of supervisory and leadership experience
Substitutions: We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences.Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education. We encourage all to apply!
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are not requiredbut they are considered desirable.Ifyou possess any ofthe preferred qualifications please include specific details inyour application.This information may beused to identify a top group of applicants.
- Possess a professional HR certification (PHR SPHR SHRMCP SHRMSCP CEBS CBP or CCP)
- Experience administering a selffunded medical plan or public sector benefit programs.
- Experience managing classification and compensation systems in a government setting.
- Administratorlevel experience with HRIS platforms (PeopleSoft NeoGov).
- Experience managing a large annual budget.
Additional Information
Please contact Jeffrey Plunkett at for any questions about this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position area of assignment and specific job assignments including shift differential pay differential acting or lead special assignment hazard pay longevity cell phone allowance uniform allowance relocation awards standby call out compensatory time off tuition overtime extra duty incentive holiday premium proficiency and vacation sell back.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities knowledge skills and abilities associated with the position.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
