Classification Compensation Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually
Location : 1825 Hendry Street, Fort Myers, FL
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 07938KE
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 05/26/2026
Closing Date: 6/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Description
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) is seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and service-focused Classification & Compensation Specialist to support the County's classification and pay administration programs.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring job classifications, pay structures, and compensation practices remain accurate, compliant, competitive, and aligned with organizational needs. The Classification & Compensation Specialist maintains the integrity of job data within the HRIS, supports departments with organizational design and workforce planning, and provides guidance on classification and pay decisions.
The ideal candidate is meticulous, collaborative, and confident interpreting policies, analyzing data, and advising leadership. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to navigate County policies, collective bargaining agreements, and wage and hour regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities
What You'll Do

• Conduct classification studies, review and audit position descriptions, and recommend appropriate classifications and pay grades.
• Maintain accurate, compliant position-related data in the HRIS, ensuring job information is current and aligned with County standards and compensation structures.
• Provide guidance to managers and HR partners on classification and compensation matters, including interpretation of County policies, collective bargaining agreements, and federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations.
• Lead or support compensation projects, including pay plan development, implementation, and policy administration.
• Conduct compensation analyses for personnel actions such as hiring, promotions, transfers, and demotions; process compensation-related changes and support approved pay adjustments.
• Collaborate with departments on organizational structure, workforce planning, and position management.
• Develop, conduct, and analyze salary surveys; maintain market competitiveness; and respond to external survey requests.
• Support wage and hour compliance reviews, including FLSA audits and position-level assessments.
• Prepare compensation metrics, reporting, and data analyses to support management decision-making.
• Assist with public records requests related to classification or compensation.
• Participate in HRIS testing, configuration, and workgroups related to classification and compensation processes.
• Contribute to training efforts and communicate compensation-related updates to departments and stakeholders.
• Support broader Human Resources initiatives, including recruitment, onboarding, process improvement efforts, and cross-functional collaboration with Employee Relations, Benefits, Learning & Development, Operations, and Technology.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, Licensing
What We're Looking For
Minimum Qualifications

• Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to:
• An Associate's degree or two years of specialized coursework/training in Human Resources or a closely related field

AND

• Two (2) years of experience in Human Resources or a closely related area
• Must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record

Preferred

• Progressively responsible experience specifically in compensation or classification work
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)
• SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR certification

Supplemental Information
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Why Join Us?
At Lee County BoCC, we are committed to maintaining fair, competitive, and transparent compensation practices that support both the organization and our employees. As a Classification & Compensation Specialist, you will directly influence how positions are structured, paid, and aligned with County goals. If you enjoy analytical work, value accuracy, and want to make a meaningful impact on organizational effectiveness, we encourage you to apply.
About the Department
The Lee County Human Resources Department supports more than 2,800 employees across all County operations by delivering services that strengthen our workforce and promote an exceptional employee experience. HR partners with every department to provide expertise in recruitment, training and development, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and workforce planning.
We are committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing work environment where employees are empowered to grow, succeed, and serve our community effectively. Through innovative HR practices and responsive customer service, we help ensure that Lee County remains an employer of choice in Southwest Florida.
About Lee County:
Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:
All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.
Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.
Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.
Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.
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Health Benefits:
• Medical Insurance
• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
• Short-Term Disability
• Sick Leave Pool
• Flu vaccinations
• Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits:
• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Two Retirement Plan Options:
1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)
2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Financial Savings/Management Programs
• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
• Employee Leave Benefits
• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Military Family & Medical Leave
• Educational Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.
United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.
Educational Assistance
Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.
01
Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

02
Select the types of compensation work you have performed (check all that apply):(Be sure to include this experience in your work history.)

• Classification reviews
• Position description audits
• Pay analysis for hires/promotions/transfers
• Market studies
• Salary structure maintenance
• FLSA analysis
• Salary survey development/response
• None of the above

03
Which systems have you used for classification or compensation work? (Check all that apply):(Be sure to include this experience in your work history.)

• Oracle
• Workday
• SAP
• NEOGOV
• PeopleSoft
• ADP
• UKG/UltiPro
• Other (specify in your work history)
• None

04
What is your level of experience with FLSA exemption analysis? (Be sure to include this experience in your work history.)

• I have led FLSA exemption determinations
• I have assisted with FLSA reviews
• I have interpreted DOL guidelines for exemption decisions
• I have reviewed job duties for exemption recommendations
• I have no experience with FLSA exemption analysis

05
Which types of salary structures have you worked with? (Check all that apply): (Be sure to include this experience in your work history.)

• Step schedules
• Pay grades
• Broadbanding
• Market-based structures
• Union pay plans
• Other (specify in your work history)
• None

Required Question