Sr. Specialist, Compensation - (27-P&T-500002-017)

Job Description

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a "contract" between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.

General

Job Title:Senior Specialist, CompensationJob Code:P0204Supervises Directly:NoNew or Revised:RevisedRegular or At-Will:At-WillDate Last Revised:6/11/2026Exempt or Non-Exempt:ExemptCompensation Approval Signature: Union/ Non-Union:Non-Union
Division:

Department:

People and Talent

People and Talent-Total Rewards
Salary Schedule: Non-Union Salary RangeCost Center Code: 500002Grade:NU17Essential Position:NoReports To:Manager, CompensationEEO Code:ProfessionalsWork Format
Hybrid

Role Description:

The Senior Specialist, Compensation, will be responsible for supporting the alignment of DC Water's Compensation programs with business objectives that support organizational strategies. The incumbent will be responsible for supporting the delivery of DC Water's compensation programs in close collaboration with and under the supervision of the Manager, Compensation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides advisory services to departments and HRBPs on all compensation matters to include reorganizations; assists departments in arriving at sound organizational structures.

• Assesses the most complex compensation matters; develops recommendations to address complex compensation issues; and assists departments with implementing recommendations.

• Leads departments in determining whether new jobs and/or revisions to existing jobs are warranted; develops job descriptions and collaborates with managers and supervisors to accurately document jobs.

• Conducts research on Best Practices in compensation to develop new or support existing compensation initiatives based on analysis of current programs.

• Serves as the project lead on compensation-related matters. May lead cross-function project team on compensation matters.

• Guides management in the application of salary administration policies and procedures.

• Establishes and provides compensation training on various compensation topics such as conducting salary equity reviews, and other compensation-related training.

• Evaluates jobs for Fair Labor Standards Act classification and EEO classification.

• Performs desk audits as necessary to ensure that employees are assigned to the proper jobs.

• Analyzes and reports on employee salaries to evaluate pay trends to identify and resolve equity issues.

• Provides advisory services to Senior Executive Team, Directors, and managers regarding compensation matters; Provides recommendations to resolve the most complex compensation issues; and assists with implementing recommendations.

• Prepares special reports.

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• Performs other related duties and projects assigned at the discretion of the Manager, Compensation.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Key Working Relationships: Interacts with co-workers in the Department and throughout DC Water; representatives in other public and private organizations and agencies as well as those from surrounding jurisdictions.

Skills & Qualifications:

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications
Required Experience:Five (5) years of experience related to compensation management, job documentation, job evaluation, and performance management.Understanding of compensation theories, methodologies, and best practices and knowledge of relevant labor laws and regulations. Minimum Education Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Business Management, Economics, Business Administration, or similar field from an accredited college or university.Required Skills:Compensation Tools & TechnologyCompensation StrategyPay Equity AnalysisHRIS (Oracle, Workday, SAP, etc.)Job ArchitectureData AnalyticsMerit and Bonus Performance Management as it relates to compensation.Communication SkillsTeam PlayerRequired Licenses & Certifications:N/ARequired Languages: EnglishPhysical Requirements: General office conditions

Preferred Skills & Qualifications
Preferred Experience:Experience working with compensation in a union environment.Preferred Education Requirements:Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Business Management from an accredited college or university.Preferred Licenses & Certifications:SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP (Society of Human Resource Management) Certification, Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Global Remuneration Professional (GRP), or similar preferred.Preferred Skills:Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Collaboration & Problem Solving

*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.