Reporting to the Director, Human Resources Operations and Staffing, the Senior Compensation and Classification Partner plays a key role and has responsibility for the strategic development and overall execution of the organization's compensation plan and classification strategies, policies and programs.  The Senior Partner provides oversight, managerial leadership and support to an assigned team of Compensation and Classification Partners to implement innovative and negotiated compensation and classification programs and systems to attract and retain a talented workforce.  The Senior Partner leads focused work that includes but not limited to the design and implementation of process improvements and new compensation and classification programs with an end goal of creating a competitive advantage in the talent marketplace.   

Leads the design and implementation of new programs and/or improvements to transform compensation and classification programs and systems which are aligned with attracting and retaining talent to meet organizational goals and objectives;

Provides direct oversight, management, supervison and support to assigned compensation and classification team members;

Manages the day to day workflow of the unit to deliver strategic and effective compensation and classification services;

Establishes and maintains a strong, positive working relationship with executive leadership, labor partners, schools and departments to support overall workforce development;

Creates and implements innovative compensation and classification systems and programs to ensure the organization has a competitive compensation system to  attract and retain the best talent;

Assesses and reviews current operational systems; Collects data to create and implement process improvements;

Develops and implements processes, protocols and systems to ensure efficient execution of negotiated compensation programs;

Redefines classification system for improved and accurate alignment of job descriptions, core competencies and required work responsibilities as defined by business functional areas;

Trains staff to serve as consultants to business/school leaders in the creation of position descriptions to meet strategic and transactional needs of the organization;

Provides expertise, coaching and advice on issues escalated by Compensation and Classification Partners;

Develops communication strategy and implementation plans to build transparency and understanding of classification and compensation programs and procedures;

Collaborates cross-functionally with Human Resources team members to identify and resolve employee compensation issues proactively, thoroughly, and in a timely manner;

Reviews compensation related reports, analyzes content and makes data driven decisions and process improvements;

Utilizes Human Resources information technology and adapts to new technologies quickly; and

Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief of Human Resources and the assigned Director.

 

Knowledgeable of strategic compensation and classification systems, programs and processes;

Minimum of  five years of progressively responsible management experience in Human Resources, with at least three experience performing and leading compensation work in a collective bargaining environment; 

Demonstrated successful supervisory experience including the ability to lead assigned staff through managing change;

Ability to effective build and lead a team for results;

Strong project management and problem solving skills;

Proficient in Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with particular strength in Excel; must also be proficient in PowerPoint, Word, Gmail, etc., and skilled using the internet for work related research;

Must have ability to analyze issues, shift priorities, and cope with ambiguity in a fast-paced environment;

This is a highly analytical position, so it requires demonstrated experience in analyzing numbers, budgets, using forecasting tools, and understanding complex data;

Business acumen;

Creative problem solver;

Capacity and team building;

Accuracy and high quality customer service;

Coaching, consulting, supervision;

Drives innovation; Relentless about results with a strong sense of urgency;

Optimizes talent and performance management;

Courage; Cultural sensitivity;

Effective communication;

Collaboration with others;

Mental agility;

Committed partner, personal credibility;

Influences and networks;

Human resources measurement, assessment, and evaluation;

Technology utilization including human resource information systems;

Data driven, analyze issues and shift priorities, cope with ambiguity; and

Maintains confidentiality.

 

Bachelor's Degree (Master's preferred) in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business or related field from an accredited four year college or university required. Must have a minimum of five years of progressively responsible management experience in Human Resources, with at least three years performing and leading compensation work in a collective bargaining environment. Five years of compensation and classification experience in a large unionized organization preferred. Demonstrated experience in benchmarking, job analysis, position descriptions, job pricing, salary structure, budgeting, trend analysis, etc. Or a combination of equivalent of five years of education and certification experience and skills that would meet the position requirements.

 

None Required.



Supervises assigned staff.



The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.




The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.




Highly demanding and fast-paced environment; frequently required to work long hours and weekends. Annual leave may be limited during specified timeframes. Local and non-local travel may be required. Not a member of a bargaining unit.