Assistant Classification/Compensation Manager

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 71,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina is seeking an Agency HR Manager II to support classification and compensation programs, ensuring accurate job structures and competitive pay practices. You will help administer salary adjustments and work with HR partners to maintain compliance and equity.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in HR and at least five years of experience, including leadership exposure. This is a full-time, on-site position within the state government, offering comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of human resource management principles and state/federal rules.
• Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate work across teams.
• Experience with classification, compensation, and pay practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and maintenance of job descriptions and classification structures.
• Support job evaluation and internal equity across departments.
• Conduct market salary analyses and assist with compensation programs.
• Provide guidance on policies and procedures to HR partners and managers.
• Prepare reports and documentation for compensation decisions and audits.
• Assist with compliance reviews and policy updates.
• Support pay studies and organizational restructuring projects.

Skills

HR management knowledge

Planning and coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR

Job description

Agency

Division

Job Classification Title

Agency HR Manager II (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC21

About Us

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources’ website.

Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

Description of Work

The Assistant Classification and Compensation Manager supports the administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the organization’s classification and compensation programs. This role ensures job structures are accurate, equitable, and aligned with organizational goals while helping maintain competitive and compliant pay practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development, review, and maintenance of job descriptions and classification structures.
• Support job evaluation processes to ensure internal equity and consistency across departments.
• Conduct market salary analyses using established benchmarking tools and external data sources.
• Help administer compensation programs, including salary adjustments, reclassifications, and pay plan updates.
• Collaborate with HR partners, managers, and leaders to provide guidance on classification and compensation policies and procedures.
• Prepare reports, summaries, and documentation to support compensation decisions and audits.
• Assist with compliance reviews to ensure alignment with federal, state, and organizational regulations.
• Support special projects such as pay studies, organizational restructuring efforts, or policy updates.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $70,627- $137,724

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge Skills and Abilities/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred.

• Considerable to thorough knowledge of comprehensive principles and practices of human resource management in designated area; management concepts, principles, methods and practices; state and federal rules and laws; equal opportunity guidelines, personnel administration; supervisory principles and practices.
• Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate work and activities of others; to analyze complex situations and adopt an appropriate course of action; plan and coordinate the activities of designated work functions.

Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the closing date

Compensation & Benefits:

• Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
• Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
• In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employerthat embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federallaws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree, typically in Human Resources or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and at least 5 years of experience in human resources, including 2 years of experience in an HR leadership position.

OR

Equivalent combination or education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.