Compensation Specialist, HR​/Recruitment

Compensation Specialist

Location: 400 South Fort Harrison Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33756

Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This position follows a hybrid work model and is eligible for up to two remote workdays per week, in accordance with Pinellas County Government departmental guidelines and operational needs

The Pinellas County Government Human Resources team is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Compensation Specialist to support the design, implementation, and administration of our compensation programs. This role ensures our pay practices are competitive, equitable, and aligned with business objectives and compliance requirements.

• Analyze and maintain compensation structures, salary ranges, and incentive programs
• Conduct market pricing using salary surveys and benchmark data
• Reviews, verifies, and processes modifications to classification specifications
• Prepares updates to human resources records, such as classification listings, pay plans, and career ladders
• Creates and maintains job and position records in the HRIS system such as; FLSA designations, overtime codes, EEOC codes, pay grade allocations, etc.
• Evaluate job roles and support job architecture and leveling frameworks
• Partner with HR and business leaders on compensation decisions (offers, promotions, adjustments)
• Support annual compensation processes (annual increases, retention supplements, equity reviews, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations (e.g., pay equity, FLSA)
• Prepare reports and presentations for leadership using HR and compensation data
• Maintain compensation documentation, policies, and guidelines

• Five (5) years of professional administrative, technical or analytical experience that includes one (1) year of professional experience in compensation analysis, HR analytics, or a related field or; a Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, personnel administration, business, public administration, or related field; and one (1) year of experience as described above; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas); experience with HRIS systems preferred
• Familiarity with compensation surveys and market pricing methodologies
• Knowledge of compensation-related regulations and best practices
  
  Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information

• Experience with incentive plans or equity compensation
• Certification such as CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) or progress toward certification
• Experience supporting pay equity or compliance initiatives

Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands, Working Conditions, and Knowledge,

Skills and abilities

at the below link.

Human Resource Specialist, C22