Compensation & Position Control Specialist
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Schedule :
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Pay Range Minimum:
$65,000.00 Education We're Looking for:
Associates (Required) Certifications We're Looking For:
Experience We're Looking For:
Experience managing position control processes, including position creation and maintenance, workforce planning, headcount tracking, job descriptions/job profiles, and budget alignment within an HRIS or workforce management system | 2 years | RequiredIntermediate-level Microsoft Excel experience, including the use of formulas, pivot tables, data sorting/filtering, and basic data analysis | RequiredProfessional experience administering compensation programs, including salary benchmarking, quote development, market pricing, salary structure development, and compensation analysis | 2 years | RequiredProfessional experience performing accurate data entry and maintaining records in HRIS, databases, or other business systems | 3 years | RequiredProfessional HR experience that includes working with employee records, employment status classifications, FTE management, job classifications, and workforce data | 3 years | RequiredWorkday Experience | Not Required Additional Details:
**Remote Position - Must reside in or around North Carolina**
Required Skills
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Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, data validation, and reporting.
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Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and identify data discrepancies.
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Experience with data entry, data auditing, and data integrity practices.
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Knowledge of HR concepts, including employment status classifications, FTE management, position management, and organizational structures.
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Experience maintaining position control data, position records, job descriptions, and job profiles.
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Knowledge of compensation administration, including salary benchmarking, pay range structures, job evaluations, market pricing, and compensation analysis.
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Ability to analyze workforce, position, and compensation data and prepare reports for leadership.
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Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
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Effective written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.
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Proficiency with HRIS, ERP, or workforce management systems.
Preferred Skills
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Experience with Workday Position Management and/or Position Control.
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Experience supporting workforce planning, headcount management, and budgeting processes.
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Experience with Power Automate, SharePoint, Power BI, or other reporting and workflow tools.
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Experience supporting employee engagement surveys and workforce analytics initiatives.
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Knowledge of HR compliance and employment practices.
Job Description Summary:
Detail-oriented HRIS and workforce operations professional responsible for managing position control, compensation administration, and employee data integrity within Workday HCM. Serves as a key partner to HR, Payroll, Talent Acquisition, and operational leadership to ensure accurate position management, compliant compensation practices, and reliable workforce data that supports organizational planning and decision-making.
This role oversees the full lifecycle of position control, including creation, modification, movement, and inactivation of positions aligned to approved staffing plans and budget authority. Administers compensation transactions such as salary changes, bonuses, and compensation adjustments, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to internal pay structures and approval workflows. Maintains and audits employee records, job requisitions, and job descriptions to ensure data integrity, compliance, and alignment across HR systems and organizational structure.
Additionally, this position supports Talent Acquisition through requisition creation and maintenance, processes employee lifecycle transactions