Compensation & Benefits Manager

City of Cedar Park; United States; Presencial; USD 81.000 - 107.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Cedar Park is seeking a Compensation Analyst to administer and maintain the city’s compensation program, including classification, pay structures, and FLSA designations. This role partners with HR leaders to ensure internal equity and market alignment.

Responsibilities include leading market surveys, advising on pay placement, and supervising benefits coordination and annual enrollment. Requires strong analytics, Workday/HCM skills, and experience in compensation strategy.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• Eight years of HR experience with five years in compensation/total rewards.
• Equivalent education and experience may be considered.

Responsabilidades

• Administer and maintain the City's compensation program, including pay grades and classification plans.
• Conduct classification reviews, market surveys, and provide data-driven pay recommendations.
• Coordinate benefits-related vendor relationships and enrollment activities.
• Lead annual benefits enrollment and manage related communications and education.

Conocimientos

Compensation administration

Job architecture

Salary structures

Internal equity

Workday

HRIS

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business / Finance

Herramientas

Workday

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Administer and maintain the City's compensation program, including position controls, pay grade structures, classification plans, FLSA designations, and salary schedules. Serve as the City's compensation analyst and advisor; conduct classification reviews, lead market surveys, and deliver data-driven recommendations on pay placement, grade revisions, and market alignment in line with City practice and internal equity standards.

Partner with HR Business Partners and department directors on compensation-related requests including job descriptions, new position establishment, reclassifications, FLSA reviews, and pay equity analyses to ensure accuracy and consistency in practices. Review and approve compensation recommendations within established City guidelines and elevating exceptions to the Director of Human Resources.

Prepare and evaluate compensation and benefits-related requests for proposals, requests for qualifications, and vendor agreements. Serve as the primary contact for benefits brokers, vendors, third-party administrators, retirement providers, and the City Benefits Committee, overseeing vendor relationships and program administration.

Lead annual benefits enrollment, including planning, system setup, vendor coordination, communications, and employee education, in partnership with the HR Operations Manager for event planning and logistical support. Administer employee and retiree benefits programs, including eligibility, enrollment, claims assistance, audits, premium reconciliation, retiree billing, and related financial transactions in coordination with Finance.

Coordinate employee leaves of absence expected to last 30 days or longer, including Workers' Compensation-related absences, employee communication, leave monitoring, and benefits continuation in partnership with HR Business Partners. Serve as the functional subject matter expert for Workday Compensation and Benefits, supporting business processes, configuration review, testing, reporting, data accuracy, and issue resolution.

Coordinate regulatory reporting, compliance activities, and audits related to compensation, benefits, and applicable leave programs. Respond to Public Information Act requests involving compensation and benefits data.

Actively participate in HR-sponsored events, employee engagement activities, and department outreach initiatives to support employee connection and service delivery. Develop and deliver communications, training, and resources on compensation, benefits, and leave programs for employees, supervisors, and HR staff. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Comprehensive understanding of compensation administration, job architecture, classification systems, salary structures, and internal equity principles. Ability to conduct and evaluate organization-wide compensation studies, including market analysis, job evaluation, classification reviews, and salary structure development. Familiarity with employee benefits administration, including insurance programs, retirement benefits, vendor relationships, and regulatory compliance. Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations, including ACA, FLSA, FMLA, and ADA. Demonstrated analytical skills to interpret compensation data, market trends, internal equity, and benefits program performance. Sound professional judgment in interpreting and applying City policies, compensation guidelines, and applicable regulations. Strong written and verbal communication skills to advise executive leadership, department management, and employees. Effective relationship-building skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. Proven organizational and project management skills to balance competing priorities and complex programs. Proficiency with Workday, HRIS/HCM systems, reporting tools, and data analysis to support compensation and benefits administration and process improvement.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. Eight (8) years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including at least five (5) years of specialized experience in compensation, classification, or total rewards. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Certification & License

Valid state-issued driver’s license.

Work Conditions

Primarily sedentary work performed in an office environment with frequent use of a computer, keyboard, and phone. Occasionally stoops, bends, reaches, lifts, or carries material and equipment up to 25 pounds. Requires visual acuity to read printed materials, computer screens, and detailed documents. Standard indoor office environment with controlled temperature and lighting. Occasional travel to City facilities, off-site meetings, or training events. May be required to work occasional evenings or weekends to support City events, employee engagement activities, or time-sensitive departmental needs.

General Information

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties and responsibilities may be modified, added, or reassigned as organizational needs evolve. The City reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The City of Cedar Park provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position. This document does not constitute an employment contract and should not be interpreted as creating contractual terms.

Salary Range: $81,264.00 to $106,828.00

The City of Cedar Park, Texas, is a vibrant community situated on the northern border of Austin and just 17 miles from downtown. It is named for an actual park that was a rail stop in the late 1800s. Cedar Park was incorporated as a City in 1973. True to its namesake, Cedar Park now features 46 City-maintained parks within about 1,000 acres of City-owned parkland and 34 miles of trails. Today’s population is about 83,159. Cedar Park is guided by Our People Values: EACH PERSON MATTERS, WE HELP EACH OTHER, WE THRIVE TOGETHER, WE TAKE PRIDE IN OUR PUBLIC SERVICE.

The City of Cedar Park is an equal opportunity employer. Offers of employment with the City of Cedar Park is contingent upon: Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements. Satisfactory results from a pre-employment drug screening, criminal history background and driving record check. Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.* *The City of Cedar Park confirms verification of employment using E-Verify. E-Verify checks the information against records held by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm whether the employee is legally eligible to work in the U.S. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted. The City of Cedar Park provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at [phone]. For more information about the City of Cedar Park, visit our website at https://www.cedarparktexas.gov Cedar Park Benefits Guide Cedar Park Benefits Information and Perks