Compensation Analyst

Kennedy Jenks provides engineering and scientific solutions for innovative water and environmental projects since 1919. We deliver exceptional service and highly qualified professional staff to solve the unique challenges of public agencies and private industry clients across the United States.

The Compensation Analyst, with support from the HR Director, will be the Subject Matter Expert for KJ compensation projects and will be responsible for the design, development, implementation, compliance, and administration of KJ compensation programs. This position will provide analytical and consultative support to the company’s leadership team on all compensation- and compliance-related matters. The ideal candidate will drive KJ compensation and rewards program changes to meet current and future business needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, consultation and education to HR and Operations to solve compensation-related business challenges (i.e. internal and external equity issues, compensation benchmarking, challenging offers).
• Complete compensation-related projects such as job architecture and development of new or revision of existing compensation processes, bonus/incentive program redesign and/or development with cost models to reflect plan design changes, and completion of annual salary surveys.
• Develop and document procedures to streamline processes to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Partner with General Counsel to assure company compliance with applicable governmental and federal/state pay reporting requirements including pay equity analysis.
• Direct the preparation of information requested or required for compliance with employment-related laws and regulations with support from General Counsel.
• Other items as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Economics, or another business-related field
• A minimum of five years of professional experience in compensation
• Well versed in HR principles and best practices in compensation including job analysis/evaluation
• Experience in building compensation models
• Superior attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to conduct and interpret complex analyses and data, and provide insights
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to translate quantitative insights to non-quantitative audiences
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for analysis of data
• Ability to handle multiple projects / tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity and in compliance with company policies

Preferred Qualifications

• CCP designation
• Previous experience working in the A/E/C industry
• Power BI

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work to empower our people to thrive and achieve their full potential. #LI-Hybrid

The salary range in Rancho Cordova is anticipated to be $88,300-$125,000 depending upon experience and qualifications. Kennedy Jenks offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs. Visit our benefits page for more details.

As an employee-owned firm, Kennedy Jenks offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience. Kennedy Jenks provides a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.