Principal Corporate Classification and Compensation Analyst (Term Contract) (15302, Grade 28)

Principal Corporate Classification and Compensation Analyst (Term Contract) (15302, Grade 28)

Salary

$36.22 - $65.33 Hourly

Location

Riverdale, MD

Job Type

Term Contract

Job Number

15302

Department

Human Resources and Mgt

Division

Class and Comp

Opening Date

09/09/2026

Closing Date

9/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is a six-time Gold Medal winner recognized nationally for its parks and recreation programs whose mission is to manage physical growth and plan communities, protect and steward natural, cultural, and historic resources, and provide leisure and recreational experiences. The organization serves citizens within Montgomery and Prince Georges counties and employs over 5,000 full-time and Seasonal employees.

M-NCPPC is seeking an experienced Term Contract Classification and Compensation Analyst to join our team and support the implementation of the Commission's new enterprise-wide Workday ERP/Human Capital Management (HCM) system. This is a critical backfill position designed to maintain business continuity and seamless execution of our Agency's compensation strategy.

This Term Contract, Classification and Compensation Analyst (Corporate Human Resources Specialist III) will play a crucial role in supplementing the Classification and Compensation Team as they continue to support the organizational goals and objectives and simultaneously implement the new Workday ERP/Human Capital Management (HCM) system. This position plays a vital role by providing dedicated capacity to handle peak workloads, clear classification backlogs, and ensure competitive compensation structures.

The ideal candidate will have considerable knowledge of and experience in classification and compensation principles and practices and its applications; be motivated and a self-starter with good analytical, collaborative, written and oral communication skills; strong analytical and research skills to compile and analyze data and present logical conclusions; ability to handle a high volume of work; and proficient using Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and HRIS (preferably Workday or Lawson/Infor).

Examples of Important Duties

• Conducting job classifications and evaluations using point factor evaluation system and preparing written reports on findings.
• Developing classification specifications/position descriptions along with corresponding reports; determining proper occupational series and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation.
• Analyzing salary structures, salary exceptions, salary equity requests, and requests for reclassification.
• Participating in salary surveys and analyzing market pricing.
• Assisting with and participating in the new Workday system implementation, testing, and training as required.
• Interacting with clients on a daily basis.

Highly Desirable Qualifications

Previous experience in Classification and Compensation utilizing Workday system; Workday position management experience; and Workday certifications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management or any related field.
• Four (4) years of experience performing HR work in the assigned program(s).
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which total eight (8) years.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) is desired.
• Valid driver's license in accordance with both state and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.

Supplemental Information

Classification Specification: Corporate Human Resources Specialist III (#1540)(Term Contract)

A criminal background check will be conducted prior to hire.

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or (Maryland Relay 7-1-1). M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

Website: Visit our website at https://www.mncppc.org/.

The Commission offers an attractive benefits package for Term Contract employees including: 2 weeks of paid generic leave, paid holiday leave, administrative leave, direct deposit, membership in credit union, deferred compensation plan and worker's compensation benefits. Medical benefits including prescription plan, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs including traditional and Roth IRA.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2026 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR TERM CONTRACT EMPLOYEES

The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Term Contract employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC).

Eligibility

You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation. All Term Contract employees are eligible for coverage under the following M-NCPPC's benefits package.

Retirement Program

• Deferred Compensation IRC 457 plan (MissionSquare)
• Traditional and Roth IRAs

Health Insurance Plans (Employee Pays 35%: Commission Pays 65%)

• Medical

• Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan

• UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)

• Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

• Medical Account - Maximum annual contribution is $3,300
• Dependent Care Account - Maximum annual contribution is $7,500

Leave Programs

• Accrued Leave: 75 hours (based upon worked hours)
• Holidays: 10 days per year
• 7.5 days if you are scheduled to work 37.5 hours per week
• 5.0 days if you are scheduled to work less than 37.5 hours per week

Other Benefits

• Credit Union

For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.

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What degree do you hold in a human resources-related field? How many total years of experience do you have in classification and compensation?

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Why are you interested to applying for this opportunity?

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Describe your classification and compensation experience? What types of positions have you evaluated? What types of evaluation systems have you utilized? Explain.

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Describe your Human Resources Information System (HRIS) experience. What was your role? What was the name of the system. Describe your level of expertise.

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Do you have a valid driver's license without restrictions?

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• No

Required Question

Employer The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission

Address 6611 Kenilworth Ave

Riverdale, Maryland, 20737

Website https://www.mncppc.org/jobs