HR Manager, Classification and Compensation

HR Manager, Classification and Compensation

Glendale Community College

Salary: $8,712.00 - $11,118.00 Monthly

Job Number: 01130-2026

Location: Glendale, CA

Department: Human Resources

Closing: Continuous

Description

Glendale Community College seeks a leader who is dedicated to all aspects of student success and closing equity gaps, to apply for its Human Resources Manager, Classification and Compensation position. GCC seeks a true collaborator who will prioritize our students in decision-making and setting strategy for the College's human resources operations that support teaching and learning. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits that a diverse student population brings to a community college. Our college recognizes that institutions are greatly strengthened when their leadership is guided by diverse perspectives and approaches to problem solving and innovation. GCC is committed to hiring a Human Resources Manager, Classification and Compensation who exemplifies equity-focused behaviors such as:

• implementing institutional practices that both develop and sustain culturally responsive student support, teaching, and learning environments;
• encouraging positive race-consciousness and embracing of human differences;
• strategically building support for and participation in equity-related initiatives across both our internal and external communities; and
• promoting and modeling the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and actively engaging in equitable practices.

The successful candidate will join a college dedicated to the students it serves. We are proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). We serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations, and we actively work to provide a welcoming environment for all. We especially encourage individuals who bring perspectives from lived experiences that our students from underrepresented groups at GCC will connect to and uniquely benefit from in their learning journey at our college. Open until filled. First review of applications will take place on January 23, 2026. Applications received after the first review date may or may not be advanced in the process for further consideration.

Definition:

Under administrative direction manages the maintenance and activities related to classification and compensation; analyzes complex and technical problems related to classification and provides appropriate solutions. collects and analyzes data, reviews, and makes recommendations on methods and techniques of compensation; develops, and conducts salary surveys, compensation studies and other standardized market pricing methods; Designs and conducts job analysis and job evaluation studies for position classification; creates and updates job descriptions.

Supervision

Works under the direct supervision of the Vice President, Human Resources.

May provide work direction to classified staff, temporary, and/or student employees.
Work Schedule
40 hours per week, 12 months per year

Examples of Duties

Examples of Duties

The following duties and responsibilities are typical of those performed by employees in this classification.

• Manages the maintenance and operational activities related to classification and compensation; develops recommends, and implements related human resources practices and policies in classification and compensation.
• Plans, develops, conducts and implements District-wide classification studies; determines appropriate job evaluation methods; develops, reviews and updates job descriptions
• Conducts salary studies utilizing appropriate market, system wide, and campus data to determine the target market salary in alignment with the District's pay practices; recommends and implements salary adjustments to District salary plans to maintain appropriate internal and external pay structure; recommends and secures external survey reports to be used as benchmarks for salary studies.
• Designs and maintains pay structures; develops, recommends and communicates compensation policies; identifies, reviews and resolves salary and equity issues; collects and analyzes salary data, reviews, and makes recommendations on methods and techniques of compensation.
• Develops, and conducts salary surveys , compensation studies and other standardized market pricing methods in support of enhancing external competitiveness, internal equity, and fiscally responsible pay practices; analyzes data and prepares recommendations.
• Reviews and provides salary recommendations for pay grade levels.
• Supervises classification studies including job analyses, desk audits, salary surveys, and development and preparation of job descriptions. Recommend compensation levels for positions, position allocations, and prepare appropriate pay ordinances or resolutions.
• Designs and conducts job analysis and job evaluation studies for position classifications; collects, analyzes, and develops occupational data regarding job qualifications and job characteristics; creates and updates job descriptions.
• Provides information to management regarding classification and salary queries and issues Responds to external requests for information regarding classifications and compensation s.
• Reviews employee requests for reclassification requests and performs desk audits, as needed. Review
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

The education, training and experience qualifications are considered likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the above essential duties.

Education and Experience:

Associate's degree

Three (3) years of experience working directly in classification and compensation.

Licenses/Certificates/Other Requirements

• None.

Knowledge of :

• Principles and practices of human resources management including classification and compensation.
• Principles and practices of job analysis and design
• Principles and practices of compensation and salary administration
• Business arithmetic.
• Management principles and practices.
• Current and emerging technologies that support the applicable area(s)
• Principles and practices of supervision.
• Applicable laws, regulations, standards, and/or requirements.
• Methods of prioritizing, planning, and organizing work.
• Principles and practices of budget administration.
• Principles of data research, collection, organization, interpretation, and reporting.
• General accounting and bookkeeping principles.
• Principles and practices of business communication and writing.
• Principles of knowledge management.
• Presentation techniques.
• Standard office practices or procedures.
• Standard office software and modern office equipment.
• Principles and practices of customer service.
• Interpersonal relations management.

Knowledge of :

• Manage and maintain classification and compensation operations and related activities Conduct salary studies/research and prepare recommendations.
• Analyze and evaluate jobs; create and update job descriptions
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Apply calculations and formulas using spreadsheets and other software applications.
• Oversee the development of policies and procedures in programs and operations related to HRIS
• Develop and implement goals with identifiable outcomes and assist with development of strategic plans, as needed.
• Identify and implement appropriate technology and resources.
• Research, develop, apply, explain, and/or ensure the compliance of applicable laws, regulations, policies and/or procedures.
• Identify needs, analyze problems, and provide recommendations and/or alternative solutions.
• Manage and prioritize work, projects and/or programs within established deadlines
• Prepare, manage, monitor, oversee, and/or administer budgets.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate the work of assigned employees.
• Stay abreast of information, trends, and theories applicable to areas of assignment.
• Analyze data and compile and present narrative and statistical reports.
• Prepare and review reports, correspondence, and other documents using multiple business formats.
• Manage the maintenance of records.
• Prepare and deliver presentations.
• Utilize standard office software and equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information.
• Provide customer service with a high level of sensitivity, tact and patience.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all employees and others encountered in the course of work.
• Demonstrate a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL STANDARDS:

The following physical and mental standards are identified as necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. However, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Mobility: frequent walking and sitting for long periods; occasional kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, and standing; frequent reaching above and below desk level.

Dexterity: frequent fine manipulation sufficient to operate a computer keyboard; frequent grasping to handle individual papers, write and take notes, and feel individual objects.

Lifting/Carrying: frequent lifting/carrying of papers, files, equipment, and materials weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

Visual Requirements: frequent use of vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens, and do close-up work.

Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and speaking in person and on the telephone.

Emotional/Psychological Factors: frequent contact with others, including public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Work is typically performed in an indoor office or similar setting.

Additional Information

Salary

Starting salary: Step 1 $8,712.00 to Step 6 $11.118.00 monthly depending upon education and experience. Longevity steps may apply.

For more information, please refer to the Management Salary Schedule

Application Process

This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:

• Current resume
• Cover letter
• Scanned copy of diploma or transcripts indicating conferral date. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted only during the application process. Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application.
• List of three (3) professional references. Please provide names, telephone numbers, and e-mail address for each reference.

Please note: All required documentation must be attached to the online application by the applicant by the noted closing date. Additional documents not requested in the announcement will not be reviewed.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to ensure full consideration, applications and any required attachments must be submitted by January 23, 2026. Applications with incomplete information (i.e. statements such as 'see resume') or missing required documents will not be considered.

The College will tentatively hold interviews in the month of February 2025.

Travel Reimbursement

Contingent on funding and eligibility, successful candidates selected for a face-to-face interview may be eligible to request partial reimbursement of travel expenses. Please contact the office of Human Resources for more information.

Position Funding

This position is offered contingent upon funding. GCCD reserves the right to extend, withdraw, and/or reopen this position at any time. Additional openings, for the same position, which become available prior to the end of the hiring process may be filled by qualified applicants that applied to this job announcement.

Commitment to Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

GCCD values diversity and recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides meaningful role models for all students. Our hiring processes support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates.

Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws, GCC provides reasonable accommodation to all individuals throughout the recruitment process and during employment with the District.

To learn more about GCCD, please visit our website at glendale.edu

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