Human Resources Classification & Compensation Analyst

The HR Compensation and Classification Analyst I administers and maintains the City of Minneapolis job classification and compensation programs so they comply with all applicable state and federal laws, applicable ordinances, labor agreements, and City of Minneapolis Civil Service rules.

Work Location

This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

• Manage the City-wide review of existing job classifications (class maintenance studies). Manage the list of pending job classifications. Schedule interviews. Make classification determinations by reviewing job analysis questionnaires (JAQs), meeting and conferring with managers and employees, evaluating jobs, and preparing written reports on findings based on the City's established point-factor system and procedures. Provide status updates to interested parties. Assign compensation to re-classified jobs.
• Consult with Human Resources Business Partners and management regarding classifications.
• Make FLSA status determinations.
• Create job descriptions; maintain job descriptions/specifications in the City's NeoGov system.
• Provide HR business partnership teams and City managers/supervisors with information, policy and procedural instruction, training, and advice to ensure proper classification and compensation of City positions.
• Ensure the consistent application of classification and compensation policies and procedures across City departments.
• Interpret contract language, policies, laws, and labor contracts pertaining to classification and compensation elements for managers, payroll, and HRIS teams.
• Update web documents and information related to job classification, job analysis, job evaluation, and compensation.
• Ensure that the City's job evaluation and job analysis processes are effective, clearly defined, used consistently across City departments, and are maintained appropriately to meet City business and human resources goals and objectives.
• Support labor negotiations as needed by providing data, analysis, and presentations related to job classification and/or compensation for use in bargaining.
• Manage and administer the approval and processing of appointed employees' step increases (approximately 130 employees).
• Responsible for the maintenance of electronic and paper classification records.
• Manage, create, distribute, and summarize salary surveys. Respond to salary survey requests from other jurisdictions as needed.
• Document and communicate classification and compensation policies and procedures.

Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree in human resources administration or related field, or equivalent

Minimum Experience
Two years of experience performing related work including job description development, valuing positions in a complex and diverse organization, and consulting with client groups.

Licenses/Certifications
HR Certification.
CCP (Certified Compensation Professional from World@Work) preferred.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check

The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Union Representation

This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. For more information, please see Civil Service Rules.

Eligible List Statement

The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.

Interview Selection

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

• Knowledge of job classification/evaluation principles and methods
• Familiarity with point-factor system concepts
• Knowledge of compensation principles
• Knowledge of step-based salary structure design
• Strong project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage conflicting priorities
• Ability to act with tact and diplomacy, especially when conveying outcomes that managers or employees don't want to hear
• Ability to effectively handle conflict
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent PC skills including familiarity with PowerPoint; strong Word and Excel (pivot tables, xlookup, etc.) skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to work and consult with employees at all levels of the enterprise, including executive leadership
• Knowledge of modern HR information systems (PeopleSoft a plus)
• Ability to be culturally agile in a diverse environment
• Ability to come into the office at least three days a week
• Ability to attend meetings in person

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.