Administrative Specialist/Sr. Compensation Analyst

MUST BE U.S. CITIZEN OR GREEN CARD HOLDER - C2C AND VISA HOLDERS DO NOT APPLYONSITE WORK ONLY, OUT OF STATE DO NOT APPLYLocation: Newport Beach, CA (Onsite)Duration: Initial 6 month contract with potential to extend/covertSchedule: M - F, 8am - 4:30pmRate: Up to $25/hr based on experienceJob Summary:The Sr. Compensation Analyst consults with assigned business units on issues relating to new positions, equity issues, new hire rates, wage and hour and policy questions.Essential Duties:-Develops and interprets compensation policies. -Provides analytical compensation support to the Compensation Staff through the use of established compensation evaluation systems, analytics, design, and reporting.-Analyzes and evaluates market surveys to ensure market competitiveness of Hoag positions.-Manages job descriptions for assigned client group.-Ensure job descriptions meet regulatory requirements.-Participates in major Compensation projects, including the Reach program and other initiatives supporting performance management and HR automation.-Stays current with federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations in order to ensure organization compliance.-Lead major Compensation projects such as managing organization-wide wage adjustments and focal review process, including management communications.-Researches, proposes and designs salary structure, base pay and incentive programs in order to be responsive to the organization’s goals and competitive practices and enhance performance management.Required Skills & Experience: -Minimum 3 years’ experience in Human Resources. -2 years’ experience in Compensation.-Competent in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)-Strong knowledge of state & federal Wage & Hour laws-Strong knowledge of performance management theory and practice -Project management experience and the ability to lead large projects -Proven ability to consult/influence/negotiate with leadership in implementation of compensation policies and practices. Required Education: -Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field.