Compensation Specialist, HR​/Recruitment

Compensation Specialist

8 hours/day

12-months/year – 260 days

This position is responsible for a broad range of professional and technical functions to include identifying and processing assignment changes, maintaining files and records, and any other projects or duties as needed within the department. Compensation Specialists ensure compliance with a wide variety of personnel policies and procedures, laws, board policies, administrative rules, and collective bargaining agreements.

• Calculate salary for personnel based on Collective Bargaining Agreements and accurately transmit to Payroll.
• Enter and audit data for accuracy and consistency, which may include work schedule, location, contract pay, supplemental pay, and payroll deductions.
• Maintain processes & procedures pertaining to the Compensation Specialist role.
• Participate in the annual fiscal year roll of Payroll system, auditing the information for accuracy.
• Collect, enter, and track employee education and experience, seniority, and longevity.
• Address and resolve employee and management inquiries regarding salary placement, records, supplemental payments, timekeeping issues, and district personnel policies.
• Update and maintain confidential personnel files to document personnel actions and assist with other filing as needed.
• Assist with Annual Open Enrollment Process.
• Research questions and differences and communicate or perform step(s) necessary to resolve the issue.
• Communicate with staff, departments, vendors, and agencies providing information, clarification, and solutions regarding compensation questions while maintaining appropriate confidentiality and complying with district policy and procedures, plan documents, bargaining contracts, and state and federal regulations.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, staff, and the public.
• Train employees and supervisors during department trainings or in one on one settings as needed.
• Maintain current knowledge of a variety of rules and regulations, including but not limited to the SEBB program; compliance with federal and state laws, District policy, and procedures; and negotiated contractual agreements with numerous bargaining groups.
• Actively participate in problem-solving activities with co-workers to create departmental efficiencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s degree in a related field (Human Resource, Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration) required. Additional professional experience may substitute for the required education.
• Experience in benefits administration, accounting, human resources, or related field is preferred.
• Previous Washington State retirement experience preferred.
• High level of attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to complete work in an accurate and timely manner.
• Proficient with a variety of computer applications including Microsoft Office, and other web-based programs.
• Ability to identify routine problems and propose feasible solutions, make improvements or take corrective action.
• Ability to prioritize work and multi-task effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Must be team-oriented but also able to work independently.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer service and demonstrated ability to work in a positive manner with staff and patrons.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize workload and work under pressure in an environment…