Classification & Compensation Specialist

The City of Tallahassee is seeking a Classification & Compensation Specialist to support the administration of classification and compensation programs within the Human Resources Workforce Development (HRWD) Department. This role partners closely with the Class & Compensation Coordinator to support job evaluation, compensation analysis, and the consistent application of classification structures, pay grades, and pay bands. 

This position plays a key role in both day-to-day classification and compensation activities and the application of established practices to ensure alignment with organizational needs, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Placement at the Specialist II or Senior level will be based on experience and demonstrated proficiency. 

Salary Range: $21.66 to $34.87 hourly, depending on experience and qualifications

What You’ll Do 

• Conduct and support classification and compensation actions, including position reviews, reclassifications, promotions, transfers, and new position development  
• Perform job analysis and evaluate positions to ensure appropriate classification, FLSA designation, and pay alignment  
• Analyze market data and salary trends to support competitive pay practices and internal equity  
• Support and maintain pay grades, pay bands, and compensation structures to ensure consistency and alignment  
• Partner with departments to assess job design, organizational structure, and compensation-related requests  
• Maintain and audit HR system data (e.g., PeopleSoft HCM) to ensure accuracy and compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements 
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance on complex classification and compensation issues 

What We’re Looking For 

• Strong knowledge of classification and compensation principles, including job evaluation and pay structures  
• Understanding of internal equity, FLSA, and compensation analysis practices  
• Experience supporting or leading compensation studies, pay plan administration, or classification structures  
• Ability to analyze data and provide clear, well-supported recommendations  
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities  
• Effective communication and ability to partner with departments across the organization 

Read the full job description at https://www.talgov.com/employment/hr-job-descriptions (search HRWD specialist).

Minimum Training & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• 2 years of professional experience in one or more human resources functional areas or in an administrative, programmatic, or closely related area; or 4 years of professional experience, including at least 2 years in Human Resources, for consideration at the Senior Specialist level.  
• or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications  

• Experience supporting classification and compensation programs.
• Experience with salary surveys, market pricing tools (e.g., PayScale/MarketPay), or compensation data analysis.
• Familiarity with job evaluation methods and internal equity analysis.
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., PeopleSoft or similar).
• Experience in public sector HR.

Apply by April 12.

About the City of Tallahassee

City employees pride themselves on providing exceptional service and doing great things to cultivate a strong, vibrant community. Our mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service. Learn more about a career with us at Talgov.com/Jobs.

Our Values

- Honor public trust through ethical behavior

- Provide exceptional citizen service

- Lead with integrity at every level

- Collaborate to reach common goals

- Invest in employee excellence

- Promote equity and celebrate diversity

Examples of our excellent benefits include:

-Pension – Defined Benefit Plan (annual pension = average of last five years’ salary x 2.25% x number of years worked)

-401-K Retirement Plan with 5% Employer Contribution and 50% Employer Match of Balance at Retirement

-Excellent Health Care Coverage

-11 Paid Holidays

-18 Days Personal Leave (increases with tenure to 27 days annually)

-6 Months Catastrophic Leave (after two years tenure)

Veteran's Preference

Certain service members, veterans and spouses of service members and veterans will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/ or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214. IMPORTANT: In order to claim Veterans' Preference, applicants MUST upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.