LEAD COMPENSATION ANALYST

Salary : $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 Annually
Location : Houston
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 38784
Department: HUMAN RESOURCES
Opening Date: 05/06/2026
Closing Date: 5/25/2026 11:59 PM Central


POSITION OVERVIEW


Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Department: Human Resources
Division: Compensation
Reporting Location: 16930 John F. Kennedy Blvd. *Subject to Change
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM* *Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The City of Houston seeks a Lead Compensation Analyst with the ability to utilize knowledge of job analysis and job evaluation coupled with knowledge of organization structure to audit and classify staff positions at all levels. This position performs professional compensation analysis and project work to provide advanced compensation management services to City of Houston HR Generalists and department management.

• Leads compensation projects and assumes responsibility for major aspects of the COH compensation program as assigned.
• Researches and validates market competitive position by preparing analytics, data modeling and costing analysis.
• Represents Compensation to HR Operations and department management on issues of classification decisions and pay adjustments in support of program enhancements by identifying key facts, explaining conclusions, and making presentations to Management.
• Analyzes and applies salary and industry surveys to determine relevant competitive pay rates, pay grade decisions and resolve internal equity issues.
• Conducts job audits and recommends classification of newly proposed positions. Evaluates existing positions to ensure appropriate classification and grading of City of Houston jobs.
• Develops prepares, edits and revises policy and procedures for department incentive plans. Prepares department incentive plans for review and approval by COH executive management.
• Participates in the development of management and administrative policies, procedures and project planning.
• Analyzes and reviews management practices and procedures and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Leads various compensation analysis projects as assigned.
• Evaluates workflow, processes, various operations systems, etc. to advise management about job design, classification issue.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Seven of progressively responsible compensation analysis and project management experience.


LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None

PREFERENCES


**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION


NO

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 28

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online

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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

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01


Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

02


What best describes your highest level of education?

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• None of the above

03


What was your degree concentration?

• Human Resources
• Public Administration
• Psychology
• Business
• Other

04


Which best describes your years of compensation analysis and project management experience?

• I have no compensation analysis and project management experience.
• I have less than 7 years of compensation analysis and project management experience.
• I have 7 years, but less than 8 years compensation analysis and project management experience.
• I have 8 years, but less than 9 years compensation analysis and project management experience.
• I have 9 years or more compensation analysis and project management experience.

05


Which certification do you possess? (Check all that apply)

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)
• Advanced Certified Compensation Professional (ACCP)
• Master Certified Compensation Professional (MCCP)
• Certified Executive Compensation Professional (CECP)
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
• Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• None

06


What types of industries have you worked with? (Check all that apply)

• Oil and Gas (Energy)
• Manufacturing
• Medical
• Transportation
• Education
• Government
• Other

07


Please write a brief description of your experience writing job descriptions, auditing jobs, and performing market survey analysis. If no experience, please indicate "N/A". (Please note: stating 'See Resume' may delay your application process.)
08


Are you a City of Houston - Human Resources employee?

• Yes
• No

Required Question