Strategic Classification & Compensation Specialist

Palm Beach State College; Lake Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Beach State College seeks a Classification and Compensation Specialist to manage position descriptions, salary structures, and market analyses. The role involves evaluating jobs, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with leadership on reclassifications and pay decisions.

Ideal candidates have HR-related education and experience, strong Excel and communication skills, and familiarity with Workday and compensation practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field; one year of HR experience or an Associate’s degree with three years of HR experience.
• Experience with compensation practices, FLSA, and job evaluation processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office; advanced Excel; strong analytical and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain position descriptions and salary schedules.
• Conduct job evaluations, classifications, and pay equity reviews.
• Research market compensation practices and perform benchmark analyses.
• Develop and write job descriptions and conduct desk audits.

Skills

Excel (Advanced)

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Associate’s degree in HR or related field

CCP or PHR certification

Tools

Workday

Job description

Palm Beach State College seeks a Classification and Compensation Specialist to manage position descriptions, salary structures, and market analyses. The role involves evaluating jobs, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with leadership on reclassifications and pay decisions.

Ideal candidates have HR-related education and experience, strong Excel and communication skills, and familiarity with Workday and compensation practices.