Manager of Classification and Compensation

Responsibilities: Lead, mentor, and develop classification and compensation staff in a collaborative, customer‑focused environment. Establish performance expectations, ensure accountability, and build strong relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders. Advise senior leadership on compensation strategy, workforce planning, organizational design, and classification matters. Manage classification and compensation initiatives, including organizational reviews, restructuring efforts, process improvements, and change management. Direct the development, evaluation, and maintenance of job classifications and descriptions to ensure consistency, equity, and alignment with institutional goals. Oversee compensation programs, salary structures, market analyses, and pay practices to maintain internal equity and external competitiveness. Ensure compliance with employment laws, collective bargaining agreements, and institutional policies while conducting audits and addressing pay equity concerns. Analyze workforce and compensation data to support strategic planning, budgeting, and the college’s commitment to equity and fair employment practices.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field. Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in classification, compensation, human resources, or related functions. Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory or management experience. Equivalent combination of education, training, certification, or experience that provides the required knowledge and expertise to perform the essential functions of the job. Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing complex organizational initiatives. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications: CCP Certification (Certified Compensation Professional).Advanced proficiency in Excel (modeling, pivot tables, macros).Experience with market pricing and salary structure development. Higher education experience. Hiring Range $88,876–$122,205 annually, with initial placement between the minimum and midpoint of the range. The maximum salary for this position is $155,534.Telework Eligible for telework up to two (2) days per week, subject to operational needs. Employees must reside in Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, West Virginia, Delaware, or Pennsylvania.

Benefits: Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Group legal benefits. Professional development and tuition waiver for employees and dependents. Retirement plan and educational assistance. Wellness programming with onsite gyms, pools, and classes.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Montgomery College is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff. The college is also a tobacco‑free and smoke‑free workplace.