STEPS Human Resources Job Classification Expert Practitioner

Required License / Registration / Certification

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 Preferred Education / Experience 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.

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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.