Compensation And Classification Analyst

JOB LOCATION 15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555 City of Aurora, Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Salary to be commensurate with experience The hiring range for this position is $72,776.00 - $90,970.00/annually The deadline to submit applications is March 6, 2026. Initial review of applications will begin February 23, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. OVERVIEW OF JOB The Compensation and Classification Analyst plans, designs, develops, implements and evaluates the citys compensation and classification programs. This role is responsible for providing leaders with consultation on compensation and classification matters including job offers, job descriptions, classification structures, and incentive programs. The Analyst will support other areas in the department and division as needed including total rewards. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Implements and supports the execution of the compensation and classification programs Gathers and analyzes appropriate level of data for job evaluations and reclassifications, internal and external market comparisons, department reorganizations, collective bargaining agreements and makes appropriate recommendations Advises others, makes recommendations, as well as communicates with and guides all levels of staff on all compensation and classification related items Conducts job evaluations through questionnaires, interviews, market surveys and internal equity Partners with departments to create or reclassify positions including job description creation, as well as defining minimum qualifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to successfully perform duties and responsibilities. Partner with department leadership team to develop, modify, and implement employee advancement step programs. Identifies, analyze, and recommends solutions for various compensation relation concerns across the organization, monitoring implementation until the issues have been improved or resolved Identifies and analyzes internal equity, compression, turnover, retention, and recruitment challenges, to provide recommendations for corrective action Ensures compliance with federal and state laws, including reporting requirements Provides objective interpretation, guidance and assistance on city policies and procedures to managers, supervisors and employees Designs, develops, implements, and conducts training for other HR staff and departments on all compensation or classification related policies, procedures and programs Provides pay recommendations for all new hires, promotions, transfers, reclassifications, acting or detail assignments, and demotions Work with departments to determine the need and implementation of certification and bonus pay programs Support year end processes to include annual increases, variable hour conversions, minimum wage adjustments, Council Appointee performance evaluations, Mayor and City Council annual adjustments, and On the Spot and High-Performance Bonuses Assists with the annual citywide market analysis and adjustments if necessary Assists with the annual citywide focal-point merit and performance management process Update and maintain the citys Pay Table and ensure it is accurately identified in the HRIS system Respond to and conduct external surveys as needed Performs other related duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Education: Bachelors degree in human resources, business/public administration, or related field Experience: 1 year of directly related compensation administration experience Licenses and Certifications Required: None Preferred Qualifications: Certified Compensation Professional PHR or SHRM-CP Experience with Workday HCM Experience with Microsoft Office 365 Suite of products including SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Knowledge: Intermediate knowledge of compensation best practices, and principles including job evaluation methods, market benchmarking, and salary survey participation. Intermediate knowledge of compensation related employment laws such as Equal Pay Act, Federal Labor Standards Act, and Colorados Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Intermediate knowledge of Human Resources best practices, processes, and procedures Basic knowledge of Human Resources Information Systems functionality. Skills: Strong interpersonal and customer service skills Strong Excel skills for data gathering and analytical purposes including X/V lookups, indexing, nested formulas, pivot charts/tables, and mass data manipulation. Intermediate computer and related software applications including word processing, email and spreadsheet applications Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Abilities: Gather, analyze data and make appropriate recommendations Present in front of medium-to-large groups; to include executive staff Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, managers, and citizens Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy Demonstrated consistent, high accuracy of detail, and accurate math calculations and keep detailed records Set priorities and work with minimal supervision Interact knowledgeably with staff and the public in person, email and by phone WORKING CONDITIONS Essential Personnel: When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel Physical Demands: Sedentary physical work moving no more than 10 pounds at a time Occasional lifting, carrying, walking and standing Constant hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment Constant vision for reading, recording and interpreting information Constant speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens Work Environment: Works primarily in an office environment Potential to work from home Equipment Used: Uses standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software such as email, internet, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive) and databases This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24. For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission. Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired. Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References: As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies. Why Work for Aurora? Competitive total compensation package Rich benefits package with low employee costs Generous paid-time-off program (Vacation, Sick and Personal leaves) Retirement pension plan Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community Growing city and employee population Expansive perk benefits such as free Recreation Center Membership, wellness programs, tuition assistance, career advancement, performance bonus programs, etc. On-site fitness center and wellness programs Remote work opportunities Benefits & Retirement - City of Aurora (auroragov.org) Please show all your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. Leaving blanks or omitting previous employment may result in your disqualification from employment. City policy requires that selected candidates provide documentation in the form of official transcripts of the highest level of education attained by the candidate that is listed on their application materials. The City of Aurora requires all applicants for employment, who are offered positions with the City, to undergo a thorough criminal background check, drug testing for safety sensitive position and possible credit check for select positions. All job applicants shall be asked to electronically consent to or sign a release authorizing a criminal background check and submit a urine sample for the purpose of testing for a wide variety of prohibited and/or controlled substances. Please click the following link to access the summary of your rights. Applicants who hold a Commercial Drivers License will also be required to undergo alcohol testing using an Evidential Breath Testing Device. Note: The recent legalization of recreational marijuana by the state of Colorado does not change the city's policy. Applicants who test positive for marijuana during a pre-employment drug test will not be hired, and will be ineligible to be employed with the city for one year. The City of Aurora uses E-Verify to determine if employees are legally eligible to work in the United States. Know your rights! The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment or employee shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability or military status. The City shall develop and maintain a plan for diversity. Through its staff, the City shall periodically analyze its employment related practices and its plan for diversity to ensure compliance with this policy. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation for completing this application, please feel free to contact our office at: 303-739-7225 or visit us at 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy., Suite 3500, Aurora, CO 80012. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity Respect Professionalism Customer Service And we welcome all who share these values to apply.