HR Business Partner Senior Compensation & Classification
Golden, CO - USA
Job Summary
Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
09/13/26Division:
Human Resources DivisionManagement Level:
Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental medical and vision insurance paid time off and holidays retirement matching wellness programs and tuition reimbursement.Description:
TheSenior HR Business Partner Compensation & Classificationserves as a key member of the compensation and classification team providing comprehensive analysis consultation and support related to compensation programs job classification pay structures and organizational effectiveness. The position conducts market benchmarking and compensation analysis for individual positions and job series and translates data into meaningful data-driven recommendations that supportequitable competitive and sustainable pay decisions while addressing the unique operational needs of departments and the organization.
The position requires a high degree of analytical judgment attention to detail discretion and the ability to interpret complex compensation and organizational data. Success in this role requires balancing external market competitiveness with internal equity organizational strategy fiscal considerations and the operational needs of diverse departments. The position serves as a trusted resource for compensation and classification matters and contributes to the ongoing development and effectiveness of the organizations total compensation framework.
SCHEDULE:
This position has a flexible hybrid schedule to be negotiated with supervisor based on developing needs.
COMPENSATION:
Hiring Range:$81000 - $85000 USD Annual
Compensation will bedeterminedbased on educationexperienceand skills.
BENEFITS:
Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical dental and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays including astarting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules;remotework options; and more. For more information clickherefor our Total Rewards summary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
The Compensation and Classification Human Resources Business Partner Senior will conduct complex research and analysis to develop classification and compensation solutions and recommendations that support the Jefferson Countys compensation philosophy. This role may also perform lead work over other staff for the delivery of various classification and compensation projects such as assigning projects reviewing work and providing guidance and input on best practices.
Compensation and Market Analysis:Conduct comprehensive market research benchmarking market pricing and compensation analysis for individual positions job families and job series. Evaluate external market data and internal compensation practices to assess competitiveness and support informed pay decisions.
Job Analysis and Classification:Perform detailed job analyses and position audits to evaluate job duties responsibilities scope complexity qualifications and organizational relationships. Develop review edit and refine classification specifications and position descriptions to ensure they accurately reflect the work performed and organizational requirements.
Internal Equity:Analyze internal relationships among positions and job series toidentifyand address potential pay and classification inequities. Evaluate factors such as responsibilities scope qualifications reporting relationships organizational impact and career progression to support consistent andequitableclassification and compensation decisions.
Pay Plan and Salary Structure Administration:Support the development administration maintenance and ongoing evaluation of the organizations pay plan and salary structures. Conduct analyses related to salary ranges grade assignments occupational groups progression compression market competitiveness and other factors affecting the effectiveness of the compensation program.
Grade Placement and Position Evaluation:Evaluate positions and make data-informed recommendations regardingappropriate gradeplacement classification and compensation. Ensure recommendations are consistent with established compensation philosophy classificationmethodology organizational practices and applicable policies.
Compensation Data Management:Maintainaccurate current and reliable job and compensation data. Ensure the integrity consistency confidentiality and quality of compensation and classification information used for analysis reporting decision-making and organizational planning.
Compensation Surveys and External Data:Research evaluate and respond to third-party compensation surveys benchmarking requests and external data submissions. Analyze survey results and external compensation data toidentifyrelevant market trends emerging practices and potential implications for the organizations compensation programs.
Consultation and Guidance:Provide guidance and consultation to leaders managers Human Resources professionals and other stakeholdersregardingcompensation practices job classification market data salary structures position evaluation and related matters. Communicate complex compensation concepts and analytical findings clearly and effectively.
Best Practices and Program Effectiveness:Monitor compensation and classification trends industry practices regulatory considerations and emerging approaches. Provide guidance on compensation best practices andidentifyopportunities to strengthen program effectiveness consistency transparency and organizational alignment.
Program Enhancement and Process Improvement:Support the design implementation and continuous improvement of compensation and classification programs processes tools and methodologies.Identifyopportunities to improve efficiency data quality service delivery and the overall employee and stakeholder experience.
Organizational Effectiveness:Apply compensation classification and workforce data to support broader organizational effectiveness initiatives. Partner with stakeholders to develop solutions that balance market competitiveness internal equity fiscal responsibility operational requirements and organizational strategy.
Reporting and Recommendations:Prepare analyses reports presentations and recommendations for leadership and other stakeholders. Interpret quantitative and qualitative information and communicate findings in a clear objective and actionable manner.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:Collaborate with Human Resources organizational leaders finance and other internal partners to address compensation and classification matters and ensure solutions are aligned with organizational goals policies operational requirements and established compensation practices.
Data Integrity and Compliance:Promote consistent application of compensation and classification practices andmaintainappropriate controlsto safeguard the accuracy and integrity of related data. Support adherence to applicable policies procedures laws regulations and professional standards.
Overall Scope: The position requires a high degree of analytical judgment attention to detail discretion and the ability to interpret complex compensation and organizational data. Success in this role requires balancing external market competitiveness with internal equity organizational strategy fiscal considerations and the operational needs of diverse departments. The position serves as a trusted resource for compensation and classification matters and contributes to the ongoing development and effectiveness of the organizations total compensation framework.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click apply for that reason we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Public Administration or a related field
Experience:Three (3) years ofcompensationexperience includinginterpreting and applying compensation policies procedures classification structures and applicable employment laws and regulations. Experience must include conducting compensation analyses market studies salary benchmarking job evaluations pay recommendations and classification reviews.
Preferred knowledgeskillsand abilities:
Five (5) years of more of Comp experience
Public sector or government HR experience
Professional certification such as SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP PHR/SPHR or CCP
Experience working with HRIS systems (e.g. Workday) and compensation survey tools
Experience conducting market studies job evaluations and developing ormaintainingclassification structures
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret dataidentifytrends and make sound recommendations
Knowledge of federal and state employment laws related to compensation including equal pay requirements
Knowledge of compensation principles job evaluation methods and pay equity concepts
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present data to varied audiences
Ability to provide candid solution-oriented guidance and recommendations whileremainingflexible and supportive of final decisions.
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic work environment.
Additional Job Information:
A valid Colorado drivers license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within30-daysof hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion ofcriminal history motor vehicle report education verification and/or referencesfor all positions.
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APPLICATION:
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
All applicants mustsubmitan online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now:Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities
A resume and cover lettersubmittedwith your application is encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday.
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Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application please log into yourcandidate portal.
For more details on the recruitment process please visit: the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at or
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