Compensation Consultant (Hybrid)
Wake County, Raleigh, NC, United States
What You'll Be Doing
The Classification, Compensation & Salary Administration unit of Wake County Human Resources is seeking a strategic, analytical, detail-oriented
Compensation Consultant
to provide comprehensive classification, compensation, and salary administration services for assigned County departments.
Responsibilities
Partner with department leaders on organizational and position design.
Consult on job classification, market pricing, and pay structure placement.
Develop data-driven solutions to meet a broad range of compensation and classification needs.
Evaluate candidate qualifications, internal equity, and recommend competitive salaries.
Lead and support special projects related to compensation and classification.
Collaboration & Impact Work with a team of Consultants to enhance compensation practices, recommend policy and process improvements, and ensure County pay programs remain fair, equitable, and competitive. This role involves regular collaboration with County leadership and stakeholders on compensation and classification strategies.
Market Research & Analysis Use published surveys and conduct ad hoc studies to gather and analyze market pay data, respond to external market data requests, and support continuous improvement of the County’s compensation framework.
Schedule This role offers a
hybrid work schedule , with team members typically spending at least two days a week in the office for collaboration and connection.
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field.
Three years of experience in human resources administration.
Equivalent education and experience are accepted.
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
Classification and/or compensation experience in a public sector human resources setting.
Strong technical skills in Excel and other data management applications.
WorldatWork Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or progress toward CCP coursework.
Professional HR certification such as HRCI (PHR, SPHR), SHRM (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP), or IPMA (IPMA-CP, IPMA-SCP).
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
Knowledge of labor market analysis, job evaluation, salary administration, and developing data-driven recommendations.
Strong analytical, mathematical, and critical thinking skills.
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills for managing, manipulating and analyzing large data sets.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Familiarity with classification and compensation practices in public sector or government settings.
About This Position Location:
WCOBRaleigh, NC
Employment Type:
Regular
Work Schedule:
Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm
Hiring Range:
67,727.00 - 91,434.00
Market Range:
67,727.00 - 115,141.00
Posting Closing Date:
7:00 pm on 4/24/2026
Equal Opportunity Statement Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check Statement Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker Statement In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
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Compensation Consultant
to provide comprehensive classification, compensation, and salary administration services for assigned County departments.
Responsibilities
Partner with department leaders on organizational and position design.
Consult on job classification, market pricing, and pay structure placement.
Develop data-driven solutions to meet a broad range of compensation and classification needs.
Evaluate candidate qualifications, internal equity, and recommend competitive salaries.
Lead and support special projects related to compensation and classification.
Collaboration & Impact Work with a team of Consultants to enhance compensation practices, recommend policy and process improvements, and ensure County pay programs remain fair, equitable, and competitive. This role involves regular collaboration with County leadership and stakeholders on compensation and classification strategies.
Market Research & Analysis Use published surveys and conduct ad hoc studies to gather and analyze market pay data, respond to external market data requests, and support continuous improvement of the County’s compensation framework.
Schedule This role offers a
hybrid work schedule , with team members typically spending at least two days a week in the office for collaboration and connection.
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field.
Three years of experience in human resources administration.
Equivalent education and experience are accepted.
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
Classification and/or compensation experience in a public sector human resources setting.
Strong technical skills in Excel and other data management applications.
WorldatWork Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or progress toward CCP coursework.
Professional HR certification such as HRCI (PHR, SPHR), SHRM (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP), or IPMA (IPMA-CP, IPMA-SCP).
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
Knowledge of labor market analysis, job evaluation, salary administration, and developing data-driven recommendations.
Strong analytical, mathematical, and critical thinking skills.
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills for managing, manipulating and analyzing large data sets.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Familiarity with classification and compensation practices in public sector or government settings.
About This Position Location:
WCOBRaleigh, NC
Employment Type:
Regular
Work Schedule:
Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm
Hiring Range:
67,727.00 - 91,434.00
Market Range:
67,727.00 - 115,141.00
Posting Closing Date:
7:00 pm on 4/24/2026
Equal Opportunity Statement Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check Statement Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker Statement In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
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