HR Compensation Coordinator

Job Summary/Company: We are seeking a detail-oriented HR Compensation Coordinator to join our client in Reston for a focused, three-month assignment. This role is critical in ensuring the integrity of our compensation structures and supporting the broader human resources team. You will play a key part in auditing salary data, managing transitions, and ensuring all compensation practices align with internal benchmarks and local regulations. Please apply today!



Responsibilities:

• Provide analytical and administrative support for the design and implementation of corporate compensation programs.
• Review and analyze salary market data to ensure competitive positioning; map positions to internal standardized titles or Service Contract Act (SCA) labor categories.
• Draft, review, and revise job descriptions in alignment with established Compensation Program guidelines.
• Support annual compensation cycles by preparing, auditing, and validating large-scale data files.
• Lead the submission process for salary surveys to maintain up-to-date market intelligence.
• Conduct regular audits of employee data (salary, titles, bonuses, FLSA status) and partner with HRIS teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare complex compensation reports and assist in the development of real-time dashboards for leadership.
• Facilitate job evaluations and classification updates to ensure internal equity and organizational consistency.
• Ensure organizational compliance with all federal and state labor laws, including minimum wage and FLSA regulations.
• Monitor and track legislative updates impacting HR and compensation practices to ensure proactive policy adjustments.
• Assist in the preparation of mandatory filings, such as EEO-1 reports, and other statutory requirements.
• Support the update of HR policies and serve as a subject matter expert for inquiries regarding pay, compliance, and internal procedures.

Qualifications/Background Profile:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of experience in Human Resources, specifically within compensation or data-heavy HR roles.

• Technical Skills: Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency is required (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, IF functions, and data modeling).

• Analytical Ability: Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze complex datasets and exercise sound judgment.

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a focus on providing high-quality "customer service" to internal stakeholders.

• Professionalism: Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive employee data with integrity.

• Adaptability: Strong time-management skills and the ability to pivot quickly between tasks in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

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This job is In-Person.

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.