State of North Carolina
Lead Classification & Compensation Analyst
State of North Carolina, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28412
Salary:
$59,752.00 - $104,566.00 Annually
Location :
Wake County, NC
Job Type:
Permanent Full-Time
Remote Employment:
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
24-11803 HR 60054320
Department:
Dept of Health and Human Services
Division:
SEC OFFICE - HUMAN RESOURCES
Opening Date:
09/17/2024
Closing Date:
9/23/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title:
Agency HR Consultant III
Position Number:
60054320
Salary Grade:
NC18
Description of Work
This is an Internal Posting open ONLY for current North Carolina State Government employees and eligible RIF Candidates from NC State Government. To include eligible current Temporary Employees.
**POSITIONS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID REMOTE TELEWORKING SCHEDULE TO INCLUDE WEEKLY ONSITE WORK HOURS.
**
This position serves as a Lead Analyst within the Classification/Compensation Section of the DHHS Division of Human Resources. Analysts in this section manage classification and salary administration to optimize the Department's ability to recruit and retain employees in a wide variety of areas including health, administrative, and professional occupations. Job responsibilities include the following:
Provide guidance to agency classification analysts on proposed job reclassifications.Manage the integrity of a wide variety of jobs within the agency.Review and approve reallocation recommendations submitted.Apply and interpret salary administration policies in researching and analyzing salary data.Serve as a resource for salary exceptions and in evaluating unusual qualifications.Consult with management on position and organizational design.Review data and trends to provide recommendations to management to improve organizational effectiveness.Provide training to agency HR staff on DHHS Classification & Compensation programs, job evaluation, salary administrationLead project teams in occupational studies.Conduct quality reviews of job evaluation and salary administration activities.Apply relevant federal/state rules and regulations during job evaluation and salary determination.Apply the state's human resource information system (IHRPS) to monitor employment trends and conduct analysis of wage.Create supporting documentation and Analyst Notes.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Listed below are the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. These KSAs, along with the minimum education and experience listed, are required in order to be deemed "eligible" for the position therefore you must provide supporting information, within the body of your application, to demonstrate your possession of each KSA listed.
Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of job evaluation and compensation data to prepare clear and concise written reports and findings.Demonstrated experience in implementing, communicating, and administering salary policies and procedures.Demonstrated proficiency in writing to develop technical and policy-based analytical reports.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build working relationships with stakeholders and customers.Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally and negotiate resolutions to difficult situations.Management preference will be given to applicants with:
Knowledge of the IHRPS SAPExperience as a team lead or supervisor reviewing the work of others.Proven ability to use HRIS applications to review, monitor and report human resource transactions.Candidates selected for interview will be asked to provide a writing sample.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See
for details.
Bachelor's degree, typically in Human Resources or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and 4 years of experience required;ORHigh school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and 6 years of progressive experience in Human Resources;ORequivalent combination or education and experience.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS:
DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. R esumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard, who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at . Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
NOTE:
Applicants will receive communication via email only for updates on the status of their application or any questions on their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-855-4930.
To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click "Application Status".
For technical issues with your application, please call the
NeoGov Help Line at 877-204-4442. If you have a technical issue with your Government Jobs account, please call their Help Line at 1-855-524-5627.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
01
I UNDERSTAND that DHHS requires a complete descriptive work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. I have included all this information in my application.
(NOTE: AN ATTACHED RESUME NOR "SEE RESUME" DOES NOT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENT OF COMPLETING THE APPLICATION.
If you have not completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
YesNo
02
Which of the following best describes the highest level of post-secondary education you have attained? .
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
No collegeSome collegeAssociate's degreeBachelor's degreeMaster's degree or higher
03
How many years of documented HR experience do you have? .
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
None0 - 2 years2 - 4 years4 - 6 years6 - 8 years8 or more years
04
Which of the following best describes the total number of years' experience you have in the field of job evaluation and compensation data or organizational analysis involving development of classification concepts and administration practices, researching and evaluating information, and formulating decisions based on information gathered, to prepare written reports and findings?.
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
No experienceLess than one (1) year of experience1 -3 years of experience3 - 5 years of experience5+ years of experience
05
Which of the following best describes your experience using a human resources information system (HRIS)? .
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
No experienceLess than one (1) year of experience1 - 2 years of experience2 - 5 years experience5+ years experience
06
Which of the following best describes the total number of years' experience you have in implementing, communicating, and administering salary policies and procedures? .
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
No experienceLess than one (1) year of experience1 - 3 years of experience3 - 5 years of experience5+ years of experience
07
Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge you have demonstrated in the interpretation, application and communication of federal laws and State HR laws, policies and practices governing HR? .
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
NoneLimitedIntermediateAdvanced
08
Do you have experience leading projects in conducting occupational or organizational job evaluation or compensation studies?
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
YesNo
09
If you answered Yes to the previous question, briefly explain your experience. If you answered No, type "N/A".
10
Which of the following best describes your level of proficiency with MS Outlook?
(This must be documented on your application to receive work credit)
NoneBasic (send, reply and forward emails; setup meetings and appointments, mark priorities)Intermediate (change view settings, create mail groups, reserve conference rooms, create calendar permissions)Advanced (create rules, establish categories, filter mail, publish calendars)
11
Please describe your level of proficiency with Microsoft Word?
(This must be documented on your application to receive work credit)
Beginner (able to create a document and do basic formatting)Intermediate (able to insert page breaks, create headers/footers, create mail merges, and insert graphics)Proficient (can create automatically generated tables of contents and merge form letters from a database of addresses)No experience with Microsoft Word
12
Which of the following describes your skill level in Microsoft Excel?
(This must be documented on your application to receive work credit)
No skill with ExcelBeginner (create document, enter and edit text, SUM, format)Intermediate (utilize functions, sort and filter lists, modify tables)Advanced (pivot charts, queries)
13
Where did you learn about DHHS or this opportunity?
Company or OSHR WebsiteEmployee ReferralConference / Career FairEmail campaignProfessional Association or Industry-specific job boardIndeedLinkedInNC Nursing Board emailGoogleOther General Job BoardsOther Search EnginesOther Social MediaInternet AdvertisementTV / Radio
14
Please give additional detail regarding where you learned of DHHS or this opportunity (e.g., APA Annual Meeting in NYC in May 2021, Facebook, LinkedIn, Doximity, NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.).
15
Do you have experience using HRIS applications to review, monitor and report human resource transactions?
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
Required Question
$59,752.00 - $104,566.00 Annually
Location :
Wake County, NC
Job Type:
Permanent Full-Time
Remote Employment:
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
24-11803 HR 60054320
Department:
Dept of Health and Human Services
Division:
SEC OFFICE - HUMAN RESOURCES
Opening Date:
09/17/2024
Closing Date:
9/23/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title:
Agency HR Consultant III
Position Number:
60054320
Salary Grade:
NC18
Description of Work
This is an Internal Posting open ONLY for current North Carolina State Government employees and eligible RIF Candidates from NC State Government. To include eligible current Temporary Employees.
**POSITIONS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID REMOTE TELEWORKING SCHEDULE TO INCLUDE WEEKLY ONSITE WORK HOURS.
**
This position serves as a Lead Analyst within the Classification/Compensation Section of the DHHS Division of Human Resources. Analysts in this section manage classification and salary administration to optimize the Department's ability to recruit and retain employees in a wide variety of areas including health, administrative, and professional occupations. Job responsibilities include the following:
Provide guidance to agency classification analysts on proposed job reclassifications.Manage the integrity of a wide variety of jobs within the agency.Review and approve reallocation recommendations submitted.Apply and interpret salary administration policies in researching and analyzing salary data.Serve as a resource for salary exceptions and in evaluating unusual qualifications.Consult with management on position and organizational design.Review data and trends to provide recommendations to management to improve organizational effectiveness.Provide training to agency HR staff on DHHS Classification & Compensation programs, job evaluation, salary administrationLead project teams in occupational studies.Conduct quality reviews of job evaluation and salary administration activities.Apply relevant federal/state rules and regulations during job evaluation and salary determination.Apply the state's human resource information system (IHRPS) to monitor employment trends and conduct analysis of wage.Create supporting documentation and Analyst Notes.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Listed below are the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. These KSAs, along with the minimum education and experience listed, are required in order to be deemed "eligible" for the position therefore you must provide supporting information, within the body of your application, to demonstrate your possession of each KSA listed.
Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of job evaluation and compensation data to prepare clear and concise written reports and findings.Demonstrated experience in implementing, communicating, and administering salary policies and procedures.Demonstrated proficiency in writing to develop technical and policy-based analytical reports.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build working relationships with stakeholders and customers.Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally and negotiate resolutions to difficult situations.Management preference will be given to applicants with:
Knowledge of the IHRPS SAPExperience as a team lead or supervisor reviewing the work of others.Proven ability to use HRIS applications to review, monitor and report human resource transactions.Candidates selected for interview will be asked to provide a writing sample.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See
for details.
Bachelor's degree, typically in Human Resources or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and 4 years of experience required;ORHigh school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and 6 years of progressive experience in Human Resources;ORequivalent combination or education and experience.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS:
DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. R esumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard, who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at . Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
NOTE:
Applicants will receive communication via email only for updates on the status of their application or any questions on their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-855-4930.
To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click "Application Status".
For technical issues with your application, please call the
NeoGov Help Line at 877-204-4442. If you have a technical issue with your Government Jobs account, please call their Help Line at 1-855-524-5627.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
01
I UNDERSTAND that DHHS requires a complete descriptive work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. I have included all this information in my application.
(NOTE: AN ATTACHED RESUME NOR "SEE RESUME" DOES NOT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENT OF COMPLETING THE APPLICATION.
If you have not completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
YesNo
02
Which of the following best describes the highest level of post-secondary education you have attained? .
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
No collegeSome collegeAssociate's degreeBachelor's degreeMaster's degree or higher
03
How many years of documented HR experience do you have? .
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
None0 - 2 years2 - 4 years4 - 6 years6 - 8 years8 or more years
04
Which of the following best describes the total number of years' experience you have in the field of job evaluation and compensation data or organizational analysis involving development of classification concepts and administration practices, researching and evaluating information, and formulating decisions based on information gathered, to prepare written reports and findings?.
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
No experienceLess than one (1) year of experience1 -3 years of experience3 - 5 years of experience5+ years of experience
05
Which of the following best describes your experience using a human resources information system (HRIS)? .
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
No experienceLess than one (1) year of experience1 - 2 years of experience2 - 5 years experience5+ years experience
06
Which of the following best describes the total number of years' experience you have in implementing, communicating, and administering salary policies and procedures? .
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
No experienceLess than one (1) year of experience1 - 3 years of experience3 - 5 years of experience5+ years of experience
07
Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge you have demonstrated in the interpretation, application and communication of federal laws and State HR laws, policies and practices governing HR? .
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
NoneLimitedIntermediateAdvanced
08
Do you have experience leading projects in conducting occupational or organizational job evaluation or compensation studies?
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
YesNo
09
If you answered Yes to the previous question, briefly explain your experience. If you answered No, type "N/A".
10
Which of the following best describes your level of proficiency with MS Outlook?
(This must be documented on your application to receive work credit)
NoneBasic (send, reply and forward emails; setup meetings and appointments, mark priorities)Intermediate (change view settings, create mail groups, reserve conference rooms, create calendar permissions)Advanced (create rules, establish categories, filter mail, publish calendars)
11
Please describe your level of proficiency with Microsoft Word?
(This must be documented on your application to receive work credit)
Beginner (able to create a document and do basic formatting)Intermediate (able to insert page breaks, create headers/footers, create mail merges, and insert graphics)Proficient (can create automatically generated tables of contents and merge form letters from a database of addresses)No experience with Microsoft Word
12
Which of the following describes your skill level in Microsoft Excel?
(This must be documented on your application to receive work credit)
No skill with ExcelBeginner (create document, enter and edit text, SUM, format)Intermediate (utilize functions, sort and filter lists, modify tables)Advanced (pivot charts, queries)
13
Where did you learn about DHHS or this opportunity?
Company or OSHR WebsiteEmployee ReferralConference / Career FairEmail campaignProfessional Association or Industry-specific job boardIndeedLinkedInNC Nursing Board emailGoogleOther General Job BoardsOther Search EnginesOther Social MediaInternet AdvertisementTV / Radio
14
Please give additional detail regarding where you learned of DHHS or this opportunity (e.g., APA Annual Meeting in NYC in May 2021, Facebook, LinkedIn, Doximity, NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.).
15
Do you have experience using HRIS applications to review, monitor and report human resource transactions?
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Work Experience on your application).
Required Question