Performs professional duties in position classification, job evaluation, compensation reviews, salary surveys, and related human resources functions.Assists in maintaining Baltimore County Public Schools’ Classification and Compensation Plans.  Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Responds to requests for job descriptions and maintains the historical versions of classification specifications and functional job descriptions.
• Collaborates with department heads and hiring managers to review job descriptions prior to posting to ensure accuracy of duties, responsibilities and minimum qualifications.Provides updated job descriptions to HR Staffing colleagues for posting. 
• Conducts job analyses, classifications reviews, organizational and operations studies to determine proper classification of positions.Reviews and analyzes job duties to identify and group positions according to comparable knowledge, skills and abilities. 
• Prepares new and revises existing class specifications, job descriptions and collaborates with others to identify essential functions and complete physical capacity evaluations.Establishes and ensures consistent minimum and preferred qualifications. 
• Gathers information and documents job duties, responsibilities, requirements and retirement system eligibility consistent with Board of Education Policies, Superintendent Rules and Baltimore County Public Schools operating procedures.
• Assists with reviewing departmental reorganization proposals, staffing plans, and functions.Works closely with Manager and Classification Specialist in evaluating and determining the appropriate number, classification, and organization of positions required to fulfill the mission of a unit.
• Works collaboratively to conduct total compensation studies and recommends pay grade changes as appropriate. Prepares analyses and reports associated with pay grade changes and reclassification actions. Assists with investigating issues and concerns regarding pay administration, as needed.
• Research legal and regulatory issues affecting classification, compensation, and position management.Develops, implements, and ensures compliance with applicable procedures governing the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and other related initiatives.
• Confers with administrators, leaders, and employees regarding classification and salary grade proposals and requests.Assists with communication to explain and defend classification and grade determinations.
• Develops, modifies, and maintains questionnaires and other instruments for collecting and analyzing position duties and requirements.Interviews employees and managers about jobs.
• Assists with special projects on behalf of the Division of Human Resources as needed.
• Maintains contact with other classification and pay administration staff and officials within the area. Participates as a representative of BCPS in local area meetings, networking opportunities, and organizations concerned with classification and pay administration.
• Participates in external salary surveys.Completes salary survey input data and analyzes salary survey data.
• Reviews job descriptions prior to posting to ensure accuracy of duties, responsibilities and minimum qualifications.
• Provides assistance with the updates to the organizational charts.
• Collaborates with the position management team on various projects and initiatives.Prepares and presents recommendations, proposals and reports. 
• Assists with the development and implementation of new operating procedures, methods and systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.Five years of increasing responsibility, professional experience in human resources, business, government, or school administration.   Two years’ experience with job classification and compensation. 
• Experience with public sector human resources administration is preferred. 

Note:   Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered. 

Licenses and Certificates:

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Sr. Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification issued by the Human Resources Certification Institute or SHRM-Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM-Sr. Certified Professional (SHRM_SCP) issued by the Society for Human Resources Management preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources administration.  Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of job analysis, position classification and compensation. Thorough knowledge of human resources laws, codes, regulations, and standards. Technology competency.  Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.  Knowledge of and skill in data analysis.

• Skill in conducting job analysis and position classification reviews.  Skills in human resources administration.  Skill in communicating effectively.  Skill in preparing and presenting reports and training.  Skill in speaking and presenting before groups. Skill in analyzing procedures and practices and developing improvements.

• Ability to manage confidential information effectively.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The work of this class is generally sedentary.  Work involves occasional travel to offices and schools throughout Baltimore County.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Employees may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice.  Work schedules may include nights, weekends, and travel.

Persons appointed to this classification are designated as Essential-As-Needed Personnel and are required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency when contacted and directed to do so.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required 

BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans.  Other benefits include paid vacation, paid holiday’s, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
 
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement

This class specification defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of positions in this title.  It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

RETIREMENT:       Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System

GRADE: 

Grade 05 - 12 Month OPE Pay Scale            

SALARY: $81,118 to $130,478(Annual Salary Scale for Exempt 12-Month Employees Represented by BCPSOPE 2026-2027 Effective July 1, 2026) Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll.

OTHER COMPENSATION:   This position may be eligible for comp time.  Visit the BCPS website to review the OPE Master Agreement for additional information at https://www.bcps.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=2828&pageId=69996497. 

FLSA Status: Exempt 

Application Instructions

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS).  Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.  
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment.  Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered.  A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position. 
• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109. 
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via escript/clearinghouse from your university.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Contact Information
Office of Staffing & Licensure
Phone: 443-809-7872
Email: [email protected]

This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions.  It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.