Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Compensation Manager, responsible for the complex analysis of compensation and human resources (HR) related projects and programs. Gathers, analyzes, and validates a wide variety of HR-related data from numerous sources to develop various materials.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

Participates in salary studies, annual budget development, and reclassification processes by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting compensation and classification data
Conducts market research and complex compensation analyses to determine appropriate job classifications and pay structures
Collaborates and communicates regularly with departmental leaders, salary study participants, and market group representatives regarding compensation and classification matters
Develops, revises, and maintains job descriptions to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance
Creates and maintains position records in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS), including grade changes, grade ladder updates, and position modifications
Responds to internal and external salary survey requests by compiling and validating compensation data
Reviews and approves bilingual stipend requests, coordinates bilingual proficiency testing, and tracks and submits testing results
Assists in the analysis, development, and implementation of total compensation programs, strategies, and systems
Researches, compiles, analyzes, and reports compensation and human resources data to support management decision-making
Develops and maintains databases, spreadsheets, dashboards, statistical reports, and analytical summaries
Maintains proficiency in HR technology, reporting tools, and emerging communication and analytical techniques
Performs job analyses, compensation analyses, benefits analyses, turnover analyses, workforce metrics, and other human resources analytics
Identifies and implements best practices for strategically utilizing the County's Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to support compensation and human resources operations
Participates on internal and external committees, project teams, and implementation teams to support organizational initiatives
Serves on cross-functional Human Resources teams and projects, as assigned
Attends required meetings, trainings, and professional development activities
Performs other duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

Reports directly to – Compensation Manager
Direct Reports – No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three (3) years of related human resources experience, including data analysis; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required Within Thirty (30) Days Of Employment

Valid driver’s license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
Prior experience with Workday systems
Compensation certification, prior experience conducting salary studies

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

Criminal background check: Yes
Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
Drug screening: Yes
Physical exam: No
Psychological exam: No
Additional: N/A

IRREGULAR HOURS

Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
Regular attendance is required

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.

To review our benefit options and associated costs, click here to visit our interactive benefits cost estimator.

The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533.

01

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of related human resources experience, including data analysis; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience?

02

Which best describes your skill level using Microsoft Excel?

Beginner: Experience with creating, modifying and printing worksheets; moving, copying and pasting data; working with basic formulas and functions; working with multiple worksheets; and working with charts.
Intermediate: All of the skills listed above PLUS using named cells, ranges and formulas; Calculating using advanced functions such as NOW, DATE, VLOOKUP, IF, PMT, and FV; formatting zero and negative values; importing and exporting data; linking workbooks; performing basic and advanced sorting; using AutoFilter and Advanced Filter.
Advanced: All of the skills listed above PLUS using worksheets as databases; recording, running and editing macros; querying an external database; refreshing and sorting a PivotTable; creating custom views, reports and Pivot Charts.
Expert: All of the skills listed above PLUS customizing Excel options and toolbars; creating workspaces; creating and editing templates; running Macros from menus and worksheet button; displaying dialog boxes and message boxes in macros.
No significant experience using Microsoft Excel.

03

Do you have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite?

04

Do you currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire?

05

Do you hold a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and/or SHRM-CP certification?

06

Which of the following best describes your experience using Workday? (select one)

I have not used Workday before.
I have basic experience using Workday for simple tasks (e.g., viewing pay, updating personal info).
I have moderate experience using Workday, including processing HR transactions (e.g., job changes, hiring, onboarding, time/absence).
I have advanced experience using Workday, including configuring processes, creating reports, or supporting system administration.
I am an expert Workday user with experience in system configuration, troubleshooting, integrations, security, and complex reporting.

07

Do you hold any compensation certifications or have previous experience conducting salary studies?

Yes
No
Required Question

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