Classification and Compensation Manager

Clackamas County; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Alternative care benefits

Job summary

Clackamas County's Department of Human Resources seeks an experienced Classification & Compensation Manager to lead the county's classification and compensation programs, develop and administer pay plans, and advise leadership on compensation strategy and organizational design. The role offers hybrid on-site/telework with onboarding on-site; 40-hour weeks (Mon–Thu).

Salary range $119,614.73–$161,479.39 annually.

Qualifications

• Development and administration of classification and compensation programs.
• Advising HR leadership on pay structures and equal pay laws.
• Supervising staff performing classification and compensation activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of program goals and policies related to classification and compensation.
• Provide consultation to department managers and County Administration on compensation and organizational design.

Job description

Clackamas County’s Department of Human Resources is seeking an experienced and strategic Classification & Compensation Manager to lead the County’s classification and compensation programs. This position is responsible for the development, administration, maintenance, and leadership of the County's classification and compensation section within Human Resources, including administration of pay plans in order to attract and retain employees as well to comply with County, State, and federal regulations. The Classification & Compensation Manager is responsible for the development of program goals, objectives, policies, and practices related to Classification & Compensation. The Classification & Compensation Manager assists the HR Director in developing strategic county-wide compensation plans and setting strategic direction for the Class & Comp programs. This position supervises staff performing professional classification and compensation related activities; provides consultation to department managers, executive management, and County Administration related to classification, compensation, equal pay laws, and organizational design.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is included in the County’s alternate workweek program, working 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off). Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended.

This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework and based on the Department’s business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.

Please note: While this position is eligible for hybrid work, the selected incumbent will be on-site for at least the first six (6) months during onboarding and training.

This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on October 27, 2026.

Compensation

Annual Pay Range: $119,614.73 - $161,479.39

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.