Compensation Manager Human Resources at Pima County

Job Description SummaryDepartment - Human ResourcesJob DescriptionOPEN UNTIL FILLEDJob Type: UnclassifiedJob Classification: 1168 - Compensation ManagerSalary Grade: 17Pay RangeHiring Range: $83408 - $100089 AnnuallyPay Range: $83408 - $116771 AnnuallyRange Explanation:Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors including your skills qualifications experience education licenses training and internal equity.Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.The first review of applications will be on12/19/2025.Pima County Human Resources is seeking a Compensation Manager to join our team. Under the direction of department leadership you will oversee the creation implementation and maintenance of the Countys compensation policies structure and strategy. Additionally the Compensation Manager will assist in developing introducing and maintaining the Countys new classification and compensation system. Creating a collaborative atmosphere that emphasizes customer service you will ensure that all County departments receive prompt and effective compensation services.This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act this classification may include any of the following tasks knowledge skills and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the departments need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.Supports department leadership in the design implementation and maintenance of the Countys compensation structures policies and programs that align with the Countys goals and attract motivate and retain talent;Supervises a team of compensation professionals assigns tasks and manages the day-to-day operations of the team to ensure timely and accurate compensation analysis and execution;Under the guidance of department leadership manages and oversees the Countys salary review process including hiring pay rate equity pay adjustments merit increases and bonuses;Conducts market research and analyzes salary data to benchmark compensation and ensure internal and external equity across all positions and departments;Leads job evaluation processes and ensures appropriate classification of positions based on responsibilities skills and market comparisons;Maintains County classification system working with departments to revise classifications and job families as needed and guides the creation of new classifications when appropriate;Provides data-driven insights and reports on compensation trends costs and effectiveness identifying opportunities for improvement;Ensures compliance with federal state and local laws and regulations related to compensation including labor laws and wage and hour compliance;Works closely with HR business partners recruiters and leadership teams to ensure compensation packages support recruitment retention and employee satisfaction;Educates and provides guidance to managers and employees on compensation policies procedures and programs.Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration human resources management accounting finance or other closely related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND four years of professional level human resources experience in compensation/classification.(Relevant experience or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)OR:Six years of experience with Pima County in a professional-level classification performing human resources responsibilities.Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write see resume on your application.Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):Minimum three (3) years experience managing classification and/or compensation projects.Extensive Microsoft Excel experience; specifically in the use of formulas and other reporting/charting functionality.Experience applying and/or developing compensation principles and practices.Experience working with compensation data management tools such as Payfactors.Experience supervising or managing a team of direct reports.Selection Procedure:Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process. Supplemental Information:Licenses and Certificates: Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to obtain / maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history education and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.Working Conditions: Working conditions will be determined by the position.EEO Information:Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race color religion national origin age disability gender sexual orientation kinship political interest or any other characteristic protected by law.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Employee Relations,Succession Planning,Employee Evaluation,Human Resources Management,Lean,Lean Management,Benefits Administration,HRIS,Payroll,Employment & Labor Law,Human Resources,Manufacturing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 83408 - 116771