Compensation Manager / HR Specialist VI - Hybrid
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Salary
$95,892.00 - $118,008.00 Annually
Location
Statewide, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
AAA-09136-060126
Department
Department of Personnel & Administration
Division
Division of Human Resources
Opening Date
06/08/2026
Closing Date
6/23/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Heather Siegal heather.siegal@state.co.us
Primary Physical Work Address
Eligible for a hybrid flexible work assignment within Colorado and may be required to work on site at 1525 Sherman St Denver CO 80203 as necessary to meet business needs.
Hiring Pay Rate
While a salary range is posted for this position, any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state service as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While all offers are compliant with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, there is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
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Department Information
Items to note:
This position is only open to Colorado state residents.
This posting may fill more than one vacancy.
Thank you for your interest in working for the State of Colorado. Join us and find meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents, helping to make Colorado a great place to live and work in. Please watch the short video below for tips on applying. Apply for a job with the State of Colorado (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUwZiY6G24U&feature=youtu.be)
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The Department of Personnel & Administration (DPA) is the foundation for dependable state government, leading with responsiveness, integrity, and teamwork. We provide services to other government agencies and all Coloradans by taking bold initiative toward a government with engaged employees, innovative solutions, and constructive partnerships.
DPA provides a wide range of programs and services, from custodial & maintenance to financial and human resources support, which assist other state agencies in fulfilling their missions. At DPA, there are countless opportunities to contribute to meaningful work that supports and serves the people of Colorado. The wide variety of positions in DPA allow individuals to learn about state operations and provide for long-term career growth.
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado; it's a chance to combine your expertise with public service. Our professionals strive to support state government and the residents of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more.
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Why We Want You:
We want your expertise, positive energy, drive to succeed, and love of this great state as we work to elevate the expectations Coloradans have of their government.
What You'll Get From Us:
In return for the skilled work you do, DPA provides a competitive compensation and benefits package to accompany employment opportunities. Please see the Benefits Overview video (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits) for details on the benefits offered to employees.
Description of Job
The Division of Human Resources Supports Human Resources in Colorado State Government
The Colorado Department of Personnel & Administration, Division of Human Resources (DHR) provides decentralized human resources for the Colorado state government. DHR is responsible for the oversight of all state agency human resources functions and total compensation including maintaining the statewide employment, job evaluation and pay systems. Additionally, the Division is responsible for the benefits system including health, life, disability, dental, and vision for all eligible employees.Compensation ManagerThe Compensation Manager is responsible for managing the day to day operations of the compensation unit, provides recommendations to the Total Rewards Director in developing and implementing a statewide compensation strategy, and develops and implements compensation solutions to resolve statewide issues that can vary in complexity and urgency.This position is the statewide expert on compensation. This position regularly provides compensation guidance to agencies and other stakeholders. This position leads the creation of the annual and quadrennial report including working with our third party vendor to conduct a market analysis, drafting and finalizing the report, and presenting to stakeholder groups. This position develops and delivers communications and training to organizational leaders and team members. This position also oversees and is the subject matter expert for statewide compensation programs including Step Pay Program, Positions Exempt, Tuition and Professional Development Reimbursement Program, and the application of Equal Pay for Equal Work. This position collaborates with other teams in the Department of Personnel and Administration and Colorado Workers for Innovative and New Solutions, or COWINS, the certified employee organization as needed.The Compensation Manager will be responsible for leading a team and is responsible for distributing work as well as guiding and developing the compensation analysts in their day-to-day work and career goals.
A summary of the duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Manage Statewide Compensation
Strategically plans, develops, implements, and administers statewide compensation mechanisms (e.g. pay plan, step pay program, etc.) for the personnel system which is made up of approximately 30,000 employees.
Leads the research, recommendations, and design of the annual total compensation report.
Analyzes and develops job series and classifications, determines pay grades, participates in compensation surveys, and performs associated analysis.
Makes recommendations for statewide total rewards to align with competitive market compensation. Supports the creation and may assist with or present the annual report to the Joint Budget Committee.
Conducts market research, partners with third party consultant to make recommendations.
Collaborates with the Office of Information and Technology and Central Payroll to conduct the fiscal year end process with a focus on ensuring that pay increases are applied correctly and timely.
Support labor relations negotiations and conversations around compensation. May participate and/or present in forums such as the Labor Management Committee.
Plan and prepare materials for confidential and/or privileged meetings of internal stakeholders regarding compensation strategies, wage negotiations, employer-employee relations strategy, labor issues, and management objectives.
Design, automate , and maintain dynamic data models and dashboards to support executive decision-making.
Provides analytical expertise, supporting regularly occurring projects and ad hoc projects.
Collects, analyzes, and interprets raw data, transforming it into insights and information that lead to actionable recommendations.
Communicates findings through standard methods (e.g. Excel, Email, Google Suite).
Compensation Consultation and Training
Provide expert consultation, solutions, and support to state agencies and stakeholders on complex compensation issues.
Develop and distribute practical tools and resources to assist agencies in managing their compensation strategies.
Design and implement communication and educational strategies focused on creating pay and compensation transparency within the State.
Present to external stakeholders (e.g. the Joint Budget Committee, the Labor Management Committee, etc.)
Subject Matter Expert in Compensation
Acts as the statewide subject matter expert in compensation.
Understands and ensures compliance with laws, rules, statutes, policies related to compensation (e.g. Equal Pay for Equal Work, Fair Labor Standards Act, Partnership Agreement and Colorado Revised Statutes ).
Review and recommend changes in rule, statute, universal policy, technical guidance and all written materials as requested, including draft of new language with supporting documentation.
Present proposal for changes to Director for review and approval prior to presenting to senior leadership, if requested.
Compensation Team Leadership
Provides comprehensive supervision of the compensation team, including workflow assignment, review units work product for quality and relevance, leave management and performance evaluation.
Establishes annual unit goals in alignment with the division's strategic goals and objectives, fosters professional development and proactively manages conflict.
Provides coaching and professional development to the team. Ensures their subject matter expertise.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
*A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application , but may be attached. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. Resumes will not be reviewed for minimum qualification screening. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will also be used as part of the comparative analysis process to identify a top group for further consideration.
This position is advertised in line with the Governor's executive order (Executive Order 2022 015 (https://www.colorado.gov/governor/sites/default/files/inline-files/D%202022%20015%20Skills%20Based%20Hiring%20EO.pdf) (Download PDF reader) ) focused on skills-based hiring practices that focuses on the knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to the job and aligns the hiring process accordingly. Skills-based hiring reduces potential barriers for applicants and allows for reduced bias in the hiring process by providing a direct description of skills that are unique to the duties assigned to the position with a recognition that the applicant may have developed these skills through education, training or past experiences.
Residency Requirement:
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description:
H4G6XXHuman Resources Specialist VI (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-hr-professionals/job-classifications/class-description-and-minimum-qualifications-for-h4g)
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience Only:
At least nine (9) years of relevant experience in compensation which must include at least two years of experience supervising staff, leading projects or initiatives. There is no substitution for the two years of supervising staff.
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in compensation equal to at least nine (9) years which must include at least two years of experience supervising staff, leading projects or initiatives. There is no substitution for the two years of supervising staff.
The exceptional candidate will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following preferred qualifications:
Previous State Service related to the work assigned to the position
Advanced data modeling and analytic skills
Proven experience designing enterprise-wide compensation structures, leading complex cross-functional initiatives and driving process optimization within a dynamic, high volume organization.
Superior analytical, problem-structuring, and problem-solving skills; experience synthesizing data into information, and presenting concise analyses.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects at one time while paying strict attention to detail and deliverable timelines
Proven ability to lead with a collaborative approach to build strong business partnerships and gain alignment for practical, appropriate business solutions
Exceptional interpersonal and comprehensive communication skills.
Proven ability to interpret and apply complex, multi-layered regulatory frameworks to ensure compliance and legal defensibility.
Experience articulating complex classification and pay concepts to non-subject matter experts
Conditions of Employment:
A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
Comparative Analysis Process The comparative analysis process for this position may consist of a structured application review and a structured interview.
Appeal Rights:
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director. As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .
Supplemental Information
Employment Philosophy: The State of Colorado strives to build and maintain workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans. We are building a Colorado for All through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is committed to non-discriminatory practices in hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
Accommodations : The Department of Personnel & Administration is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Heather Siegal heather.siegal@state.co.us
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State of Colorado
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