Program Administrator Classification & Compensation
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Job Location:
California, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Program Administrator Classification & Compensation is responsible for overseeing all aspects of job classification and compensation administration within a complex public-sector or highly unionized environment. This role serves as the primary subject matter expert for classification and compensation programs providing strategic analytical and advisory support to executive leadership human resources teams and labor partners.
The position requires strong technical expertise in compensation analysis job evaluation and labor relations along with the ability to operate independently while managing high-visibility initiatives. The Program Administrator ensures consistency equity and compliance across classification structures leads major annual compensation initiatives and navigates organizational and labor-related complexities with professionalism discretion and sound judgment.
Key Responsibilities
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Serve as the primary subject matter expert for job classification and compensation administration programs
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Provide expert analytical support and guidance to executives HR leadership managers and bargaining representatives
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Ensure accuracy consistency internal equity and compliance of all job classifications and compensation structures
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Lead and manage major annual compensation initiatives including comprehensive salary and classification reporting
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Conduct job analyses market studies and internal equity reviews to support classification and compensation decisions
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Interpret and apply labor agreements policies and applicable regulations related to compensation and classification
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Develop and maintain classification specifications compensation frameworks and related documentation
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Support organizational design efforts and workforce planning initiatives through classification and compensation expertise
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Manage sensitive and complex issues involving labor relations organizational change and stakeholder interests with diplomacy and professionalism
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Provide recommendations on compensation strategy program improvements and policy enhancements
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Collaborate with HR partners and leadership to align compensation programs with organizational goals
Qualifications and Experience
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Extensive experience in job classification and compensation administration
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Demonstrated expertise in compensation analysis job evaluation methodologies and salary structure design
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Experience working in public-sector unionized or highly regulated environments
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Proven ability to work independently while managing complex high-impact programs
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Strong analytical problem-solving and data interpretation skills
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Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills
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Ability to build trust and effectively collaborate with executives HR professionals and labor partners
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High level of discretion judgment and professionalism when handling sensitive matters
Key Competencies
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Compensation strategy and analysis
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Job classification and evaluation
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Labor relations and collective bargaining support
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Stakeholder engagement and advisory leadership
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Policy interpretation and compliance
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Organizational awareness and political acumen
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Attention to detail and data accuracy
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
