Compensation Program Manager Jobs in South Carolina

Salary: $67,728.00 - $121,890.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 191547
Agency: Department of Administration
Division: Division of State Human Resources
Opening Date: 08/13/2026
Closing Date: 8/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AG19
Position Number:: 61110269
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN11
Hiring Range - Min.: $81,243.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $108,324.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: The Department of Administration will not sponsor employment visas for this position. All applicants must apply online.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Classification and Compensation Manager
The Department of Administration's (Admin) Division of State Human Resources (DSHR) works with agency customers to provide guidance on HR-related matters, delivering resources that encourage effective workforce planning and organizational development and overseeing the state's Alternative Dispute Resolution process. DSHR is seeking a Classification and Compensation Manager to provide program leadership and functional expertise in the administration of the statewide classification and compensation program to ensure responsiveness to the State's goals and practices. You will develop, recommend, implement and oversee the statewide classification and compensation programs. You will plan, design and implement programs, activities, policies and procedures necessary to meet objectives of the classification and compensation section. You will develop and propose human resources policies, procedures and personnel ordinance changes related to classification and compensation. You will perform position and salary reviews, compensation survey and trend analysis.
This position is onsite in Columbia, SC.
Responsibilities of the Classification and Compensation Manager:

• Provide consulting services, tools and information to state agencies on compensation concerns; monitor classification and compensation practices to ensure internal equity and to promote the state's broader equity initiatives.
• Plan, develop, conduct and implement statewide classification studies for all major employee groups as needed; determine appropriate job evaluation methods; resolve classification Issues with state agencies; review and finalize proposed job descriptions and/or develop and write job descriptions.
• Conduct salary studies utilizing appropriate market, system wide, and campus data to determine the target market salary for various positions and competitiveness of the statewide pay practices; recommend and implement adjustments to statewide salary plans to maintain appropriate internal and external pay relationships; recommend and secure external survey reports to be used as benchmarks for salary studies.
• Administer the statewide compensation plan; design and maintain pay structures; develop, recommend and communicate compensation policies; review and resolve compensation issues with state agencies.
• Research issues, formulate policy alternatives and propose strategies to improve the effectiveness of the compensation plan within state government.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A master's degree in human resources or public administration and at least two (2) years of experience in human resources or a bachelor's degree and at least four (4) years of experience in human resources.

Additional Requirements:

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills are needed, along with the ability to analyze a customer's needs and provide strategic advice to human resource managers, employees, and other executives in state agencies.
• Expert classification and compensation knowledge and experience.
• Ability to make presentations and prepare reports.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software is necessary.
• Position may require reporting to work during emergency situations and hazardous weather events.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Department may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.
Preferred Qualifications

• SPHR or PHR certification through the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) or a SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP Certification through the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) and/ or Certified Professional through International Public Management Association (IPMA).
• Knowledge of SAP.

Additional Comments
The Department of Administration is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Administration offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click herefor additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan(SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship from the Department of Administration for employment visa status?

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Please select from the following that best describes your educational and professional experience.

• At least a master's degree in human resources or public administration and at least two (2) years of experience in human resources.
• A bachelor's degree and at least four (4) years of experience in human resources.
• None of the above.

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