Classification/Compensation Supervisor

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 67,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina State Government seeks an Agency HR Manager I (NS) to lead job analysis, classification, and compensation programs. The role guides managers, develops pay structures, and ensures internal equity across departments.

You will supervise staff, analyze market salary data, prepare reports for leadership and audits, and advise on policies while maintaining data integrity in HR systems. This permanent state government position comes with comprehensive benefits and professional

Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles and practices of human resource management in designated area.
• Understanding of state and federal rules and laws affecting HR.
• Familiarity with equal opportunity guidelines and personnel administration.
• Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate work and activities of others.
• Experience advising managers on classification and compensation policies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff in job analysis, evaluation, and compensation activities.
• Oversee development and review of job descriptions and classification structures.
• Manage job evaluation processes for internal equity.
• Lead market salary studies and interpret benchmarking data.
• Administer compensation programs including pay actions and annual reviews.
• Advise leadership on classification and compensation policies.

Skills

HR management principles

Management concepts

State/federal rules

Equal opportunity guidelines

Supervisory principles

Policy interpretation

Education

Education/Experience as per vacancy

Job description

Agency HR Manager I (NS)

Grade NC19

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 Classification and Compensation Supervisor oversees daily operations and staff responsible for administering the organization's job classification and compensation programs. This role ensures job structures, pay practices, and policies are consistently applied, compliant, and support organizational needs. The supervisor provides guidance, conducts complex analyses, and supports strategic workforce planning efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate the work of staff involved in job analysis, job evaluation, and compensation activities.
• Oversee the development, maintenance, and review of job descriptions and classification structures.
• Manage job evaluation processes and ensure internal equity and consistency across departments.
• Lead market salary studies and interpret benchmarking data to support compensation recommendations.
• Administer compensation programs, including salary adjustments, reclassifications, pay plan updates, and annual review cycles.
• Advise managers, HR partners, and senior leaders on classification and compensation policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Review and approve classification recommendations and pay actions to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and organizational standards.
• Prepare detailed reports, analyses, and documentation for leadership, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support the development or revision of related policies and guidelines.
• Ensure data accuracy in HR systems and maintain organized records related to job classification and compensation decisions.
• Provide training and guidance to staff and stakeholders on job analysis, compensation concepts, and policy interpretation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $67,122 - $117,465

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.

Working to considerable knowledge of 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:

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive 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.

• 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 Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, 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.