Compensation Manager - Human Resources

Compensation Manager

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:

• 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 wr