St. Louis County Human Resources is seeking an experienced human resources professional to join its team. This position is responsible technical work related to the development, management, and execution of the County's job classification and compensation programs. Further, this role ensures internal equity, market competitiveness, legal compliance, and alignment with organizational goals and requires advanced analytical skills, in-depth knowledge of compensation practices, and the ability to advise leadership on complex compensation matters.
The typical starting salary range is between $55,536.60 - $66,643.20 annually depending on the candidate’s qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/personnel/benefits
Examples of Duties
- Interpret relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, collective bargaining agreements and procedures including but not limited to: Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection procedures, FLSA exemption versus non-exemption, safety regulations, and Missouri Revisor.
- Supports multiple strategic recruitment efforts.
- Assist in design of training programs.
- Perform a variety of administrative and professional work related to classification and compensation; Design, administer, analyze, and report job audit and market data. Utilizes a of variety software to conduct surveys, review applicant information, report data, and analyze data. Common software used are AutoGoja, Qualtrics, NeoGov, Microsoft Office, and WorkDay.
- Develop logical and professional writings in memo, report, or short essay format.
- Develop recommended solutions for employee grievances.
- Provide excellent service and attention to customers.
- Perform related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and three years of experience in human resources or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Additional Information
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.
In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.
