Job Title: STEPS Human Resources Job Classification Expert Practitioner
Requisition Number: TE08250
Department Name: 3J541:Compensation
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Salary Range: $42/hour
Type of Position: Temporary
Position Time Status : Full-Time
Physical Requirements: Lift up to 25 pounds.
Sitting for extended periods.
Shift: Up to 40 hours per week.
Location: Remote
Job Summary: The STEPS Human Resources Job Classification Expert Practitioner is a seasoned professional who specializes in job classification and ensures that positions within an organization are accurately categorized. You will be required to: Play a critical role in maintaining consistency, equity, and compliance with organizational policies and external regulations. Conduct job analysis and evaluation to determine the appropriate classification of positions. Develop and maintain job descriptions, ensuring they accurately reflect the responsibilities, qualifications, and competencies required for each role. Collaborate with HR teams, managers, and subject-matter experts to review and update job classifications as needed. Interpret and apply classification standards, guidelines, and regulations. Provide guidance to HR staff, managers, and employees regarding job classification matters. Participate in compensation studies and salary benchmarking to ensure competitive pay structures. Demonstrate knowledge of higher-education and healthcare trends, legal changes, and best practices related to job classification. Maintain compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements. If you are working over 30 hours per week as a STEPS employee, you may be eligible for health benefits at the same rate as regular, full-time employees. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, BusinessAdministration, or a related field (advanced degrees orcertifications are advantageous).
• Prefer five to seven years of experience in job classification,preferably in a large organization or government agency.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to jobclassification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and provide expert advice tostakeholders.
• Effective communication with HR teams, managers, andemployees.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? : No
Deadline to Apply: 06/02/2024
University Community of Inclusion: The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
