HR Generalist - Job Analysis

Human Resources Specialist
Help shape how Hillsborough County attracts, structures, and rewards talent
Hillsborough County is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to support our Classification and Compensation team. In this role, you will help ensure positions are appropriately classified, compensation structures remain competitive, and departments receive strong guidance on job design, pay practices, and organizational structure.
This is a strong opportunity for an HR professional with classification and compensation experience who enjoys analytical work, consultation, and making a meaningful impact across a large public sector organization.
As a Human Resources Specialist, you will independently perform administrative, technical, and analytical work in support of the County's classification and compensation programs. You will partner with leaders and departments across the organization to evaluate positions, conduct studies, analyze market data, and provide guidance on classification and pay-related matters.
Analyze and evaluate position descriptions using established job analysis and job evaluation methods
Interview employees and managers to gather and document job-related information
Provide guidance on classification and compensation policies, procedures, and organizational structure
Research HR best practices, legislation, and compensation trends
Collect and analyze labor market data to support salary recommendations and pay grade reviews
Participate in salary surveys and market pricing activities to assess internal and external competitiveness
Assist departments with interpreting applicable federal and state laws, County policies, and collective bargaining agreements
Support process improvement initiatives within the functional area
Conduct employee workshops and training sessions
The ideal candidate will bring practical public sector classification and compensation experience and a strong ability to analyze positions, interpret data, and provide clear recommendations.
Experience that will help you succeed includes:

Writing and revising job descriptions
Establishing and documenting job worth hierarchy
Conducting salary surveys and market pricing positions
Developing pay structures
Evaluating internal equity
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Management, Public Administration, or a social or behavioral science; Three years of professional human resources experience; An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the required job-related competencies, provided the candidate has at least a high school diploma or GED
Ability to research, interpret, and analyze data to identify workforce trends and draw sound conclusions
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting classification and compensation
General knowledge of broader human resources practices and the impact of decisions across functional areas
Proficiency with computers and related software
Customer Commitment Proactively seeks to understand customer needs and provide the highest standards of service.
Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional, and ethical behavior that builds trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.
Organizational Excellence Takes ownership for excellence through personal effectiveness and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Success through Teamwork Builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of ideas to achieve organizational goals.
This position is primarily office-based and includes regular sitting and speaking. Occasional travel within Hillsborough County may be required to conduct onsite desk audits or attend meetings.
In the event of an emergency or disaster, employees may be required to respond to duties as assigned by their department, the County's Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration before, during, or after the event.