Senior Classification and Compensation Analyst

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a Senior Classification and Compensation Analyst to lead complex pay studies and ensure alignment with state policies. The role analyzes market data, conducts job evaluations, and prepares reports to support hiring decisions, pay actions, and classification reviews; telework options may be available and a background check is required.

Experience with Excel, Power BI, and HRIS is essential; a bachelor's in HR or related field and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of compensation principles, methodologies, and pay policy
• Familiarity with FLSA and Equal Pay Act
• Experience with job evaluation and classification reviews
• Proficiency with market data tools and compensation surveys

Responsibilities

• Analyze compensation data and prepare studies to support pay decisions
• Conduct benchmarking to evaluate competitiveness and inform recommendations
• Review pay actions for policy compliance and equity considerations
• Perform job/classification studies to determine appropriate titles, bands, and alignment
• Prepare hiring requests ensuring alignment of duties, classification, and salary recommendations
• Generate HR reports to support decision-making

Skills

Data analysis

Policy interpretation

Stakeholder consultation

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Economics

CCP/PHR/SHRM-CP preferred

Tools

Mercer

Cardinal

PageUp

Power BI

HRIS

Job description

Title: Senior Classification and Compensation Analyst

State Role Title:Human Resource Analyst II

Hiring Range: $80,000-$100,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Ed Central Operations

Location:Richmond, Virginia

Agency Website:doe.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is recruiting for a Senior Classification and Compensation Analyst to support the Virginia Department of Education’s classification and compensation functions through comprehensive analysis, consultation, and application of DHRM and VDOE policies.
The Senior Class and Comp Analyst will be expected to perform the following job duties:

• Analyze compensation and market data and prepare compensation studies to support agency pay decisions.
  
• Conduct internal and external salary benchmarking to evaluate competitiveness and inform compensation recommendations.
  
• Review proposed pay actions for compliance with DHRM pay factors, applicable policies, and internal equity considerations.
  
• Conduct position classification studies and job and organizational evaluations to determine appropriate classifications, role titles, pay bands, and functional alignment.
  
• Review position descriptions and related documentation for classification accuracy and completeness before recruitment postings.
  
• Prepare and validate Agency Hiring Request forms to ensure alignment among position duties, classification decisions, and salary recommendations.
  
• Prepare compensation, classification, and other HR-related reports to support analysis and decision-making.

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of compensation principles, methodologies, strategies, market trends, pay factor analysis, and applicable compensation policies and procedures.
  
• Considerable knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations affecting compensation and classification, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Equal Pay Act.
  
• Considerable knowledge of job evaluation techniques, position classification principles, and methods for conducting job analyses and classification reviews.
  
• Knowledge of internal and external compensation market analysis methodologies and compensation survey tools, such as Mercer.
  
• Demonstrated ability to analyze compensation data, interpret market trends, evaluate pay alignment, and develop data-driven recommendations.
  
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools, including Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and human resources information systems (HRIS).
  
• Ability to conduct thorough and defensible job analyses, position classification reviews, and compensation evaluations.
  
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures to compensation and classification decisions.

Additional Considerations

• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field is preferred.
  
• Advanced education or professional certification, such as Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), is preferred.
  
• Experience using state human resources and financial technology systems, including Cardinal and PageUp, or similar systems.
  
• Experience supporting or leading project-based compensation initiatives, including compensation strategy development and implementation.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

A résumé will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e‑mail, postal service, fax or hand‑delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process. For assistance call: [phone], TTY: 786-8389
Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. The Virginia Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note:
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.