Classification and Compensation Specialist

February 28, 2026

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Employer Industry: State Government Human Resources

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Starting hourly rate up to $45.67
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Flexibility to work remotely up to four days per week
- Competitive benefits package, including substantial leave time and excellent health, vision, and dental benefits
- Exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment
- Chance to make a positive impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Perform classification and compensation activities and analysis for the State of Wisconsin
- Provide technical assistance, consultation, and guidance on compensation and classification matters to statewide HR professionals
- Conduct organizational reviews and analysis, including job classification analysis and occupational research
- Develop human resource guidelines for assigned areas of responsibility
- Participate in special project teams in human resource management assignments with statewide impact

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Experience in performing compensation activities or classification activities
- Ability to analyze data for generating written reports, recommendations, or summaries
- Knowledge of interpreting state or federal policies, procedures, laws, or regulations
- For senior level: experience implementing/managing compensation practices and conducting job analysis
- For advanced level: experience interpreting and applying Wisconsin statutes and leading occupational group studies

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience with labor market analysis and conducting pay setting analysis
- Familiarity with public sector compensation practices and addressing competing interests
- Proven ability to lead or manage studies to determine classification/compensation structure

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