Human Resources Business Partner – Compensation

Anoka County

Business Partner supporting HR strategies and guiding clients on compensation analysis in Anoka County Government. Engaging in job evaluations and providing HR program support.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeAnoka • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $64,480 - $90,230 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

compensation analysisFLSA classificationmarket pricinginternal equity analysisvariable incentive plansbenchmarkingworkforce planningdata manipulationscenario analysisjob evaluation

Soft Skills

strategic counselproblem-solvingstakeholder communicationleadershipcoachingmentoringconflict resolutionorganizational changeanalytical skillsadvisory skills

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)

Industry Keywords

human resourcesemployment practicesEEOemployee relationslabor agreementscounty policyperformance managementHR strategiescompliancejob descriptions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic counsel on a wide range of HR programs such as employment, compensation, EEO, training, benefits, personnel records, and employee relations using county policy and procedure to solve issues.
Ensure all employment practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations and labor agreements.
Conduct compensation analysis and modeling to support pay decisions and program evaluations
Participate in job evaluations – including FLSA classification and leveling alignment – market pricing, and internal equity analyses with review from senior team members
Assist in the administration and calculation of variable incentive and bonus plans
Support equity administration activities and documentation requirements
Prepare reports and materials for compensation review and projects
Benchmark roles using survey data and market intelligence to ensure external competitiveness
Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders on offers, promotions, market adjustments, and pay decisions
Partner with HRIS to improve system structure data flows, and usability within Workday
Oversee the updates, maintenance and dissemination of job descriptions and job postings, ensuring they are accurate and compliant with federal, state, and local laws.
Conduct investigations and advise management on the resolution of employee issues, concerns and/or conflicts.
Make recommendations on corrective action, terminations, employee concerns, training, and organizational changes.
Support HR Department in the development of objectives, county goals, performance management and policies and procedures.
Define and execute HR strategies to accomplish county and department objectives.
Develop workforce plans and maintain an understanding of external trends and issues that may impact county workforce targets.
Evaluate and anticipate department HR-related needs and communicate needs with the HR Department and county leadership.
Serve as the liaison between employees and vendors in providing technical assistance in resolving questions/issues.
Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Two years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience in human resources or a closely related field
In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a closely related field (preferred)
Job-related experience in supporting compensation and classification programs
Job-related experience utilizing Workday within an HR environment (preferred)
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification (preferred)
Advanced proficiency in Excel (complex modeling, data manipulation, scenario analysis)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

24 days of paid flexible time off
up to 12.5 paid holidays
Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more
Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees
Pension plan and other retirement investment options
Advancement/professional development opportunities