HR Analyst II - Compensation

Salary

$71,986.30 - $86,418.13 Annually

Location

Human Resources - City of Colorado Springs, CO

Job Type

Classified - Full Time

Job Number

17052

Division

Human Resources

Department

Employment Services

Opening Date

02/06/2025

Closing Date

2/13/2025 4:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Exempt

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Description / Position Overview

HR Analyst II - Compensation

The City of Colorado Springs’ Human Resources team is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable HR Analyst II to join our team. This role provides professional and technical support for various compensation programs, including salary structure maintenance, pay programs, classification systems, and market analysis. As an HR Analyst II, you will conduct compensation reviews, analyze job classifications, perform audits, make system updates, and support policy development to ensure competitive and equitable pay structures. Join us in a city ranked among the most desirable places to live and contribute to building a workforce that drives excellence!

As An HR Analyst II, You Will

• Compensation Program Administration: Conduct annual salary market studies, periodic job evaluations, perform system audits, make recommendations for salary offers and other pay mechanisms, assist with reclassification processes, and respond to and gather results from compensation ­related surveys to ensure competitive pay structures.
• Job Description Management: Format, write, and update job descriptions to accurately reflect roles and responsibilities.
• Compensation Policy Development: Review compensation program policies, guidelines, and pay practices.
• HR Research & Analysis: Conduct research on HR-related topics and provide data-driven recommendations for compensation strategies.
• Employee Training & Orientation: Assist in new hire orientation and deliver training on compensation policies.
• Cross-Training & Collaboration: Work closely with HRIS and across HR functions to support department-wide initiatives.
• Desk Manual Development & Maintenance: Create, update, and maintain desk manuals to document key compensation processes, ensuring consistency and knowledge retention across the team.
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Management: Assist in the process management of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for compensation-related tasks, ensuring clarity, compliance, and alignment with best practices.
• Customer Service Excellence: Provide outstanding support to City employees, agencies, municipalities, community partners, and vendors in alignment with department goals.
  
  

Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specifications on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page.

Relevant Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of job classification, evaluation, and compensation systems.
• Federal, state, and regional laws related to compensation, classification, and benefits.
• Employment laws such as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (EPEWA), Colorado Wage Claim Act, Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), Family and Medical Leave, and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations.
• Methods and techniques for data collection, research, and report preparation.
  
  

Ability To

• Analyze and interpret regulations, ordinances, and department policies related to compensation.
• Gather and compile data with accuracy and utilize data and technology to formulate results and support decision-making.
• Effectively collaborate with employees, management, and external stakeholders.
• Deliver clear and concise communication, both orally and in writing.
• Develop and deliver training sessions related to compensation and job classifications.
• Protect confidential information.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrate strong quantitative analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Three years of full-time professional analytical experience in human resources, compensation, or job classification management.
  
  

Substitutions: We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Each year of further education can be substituted for each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience can be substituted for each year of required education. We encourage all to apply!

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.

• Possess a professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or CPP)
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), including accessibility tools.
• Experience using HRIS systems (such as PeopleSoft, NEOGOV).
• Experience using SharePoint.
• Experience with Power BI.
  
  

Additional Information

Please contact Jeffrey Plunkett at jeffrey.plunkett@coloradosprings.gov for any questions about this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees’ unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Apply to Join Our Team

• Please visit the City of Colorado Springs Careers page and review our opportunities. Click on Apply button to complete an online application for any position of interest. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a Government Jobs user ID and password).
• Completing your application in full, including the entire work experience section, will assist Human Resources in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.
• Applicants may redact information from their resumes, certifications, transcripts, or any other additional application materials that identify the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
• We encourage candidates with out-of-state credentials to inquire about expedited processing of Colorado licensing with the Colorado Occupational Credential Portability Program. More information can be found at the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies Licensing Portability page
• Our Government Jobs application system does not allow you to edit your application after it has been submitted for a position. If you want to make changes, you may submit another application prior to the position’s closing date and time listed in the job posting. HR will review the last application you submit for a position.
  
  

The City's job classifications, including physical demands and descriptions, can be found on the Colorado Springs Class Specifications page

You can view the status of your application on the City of Colorado Springs Careers page.

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Working for the City of Colorado Springs is Rewarding!

Please visit the City of Colorado Springs' Total Rewards Site for additional benefits information.

The City of Colorado Springs is a place where people want to come to work each day. We have a culture of excellence, and we strive to provide our employees with the very best overall career experience and Total Rewards. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

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What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• Less than high school
• High School diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or above
  
  

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How many years of relevant experience do you possess?

• Less than one year
• One or more years
• Two or more years
• Three or more years
• Four or more years
• Five or more years
• Six or more years
• Seven or more years
• Eight or more years
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Please explain, in written detail, your experience, including your role and where you gained the experience. If no, please enter n/a.

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Do you possess a professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP)?

• Yes
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If yes, please list the certification(s) you possess. If no, please write N/A.

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Do you have experience with HRIS systems (such as PeopleSoft, NEOGOV, etc)?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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If yes, please list the programs you have experience with. If no, please write N/A.

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Which of the following statements best describes your proficiency using the Microsoft Office suite, specifically Outlook, Excel, and Word.

• I get by, but nothing beats good old-fashioned pen and paper.
• I'm not a pro, but these systems don't prevent me from getting my work done.
• I'm pretty confident in at least 2 of these systems. I'll google anything I don't already know.
• I'm a wiz! I can't get enough of Excel pivot tables, Outlook calendaring, and advanced document formatting
  
  

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Do you have experience using SharePoint?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Do you have experience with Power BI?

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Employer City of Colorado Springs

Address 30 South Nevada Avenue, Suite 301

Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903

Phone 719-385-5171

Website http://www.coloradosprings.gov