The Compensation Analyst supports the design, development and administration of the University's compensation structures, policies and programs. This position works closely with compensation and human resources staff to determine grades and pay levels for employees, and ensures compliance with applicable state and federal wage and hour legislation. The incumbent aides in the preparation of compensation studies and projects, creates reports, and maintains data to monitor compensation activity across the University, and participates in salary surveys and other data exchanges to support compensation research and analysis.

Provide consultative support for the major areas of compensation including job classification, salary setting, equity adjustments, temporary pay overrides, attraction and retention payments, and FLSA compliance. Research and analyze market data and internally comparable roles to support the determination of salary and grade levels for a broad range of non-faculty positions. Meet with clients to discuss recommendations as needed; meet frequently with HR client service team and talent acquisition to collaborate compensation service delivery needs. Serve as an internal resource for information regarding standard compensation policies, practices and programs. Manage the intake process for all compensation requests for assigned client areas. Ensure that all proper documentation for requested action is complete. Follow up with clients and Human Resource staff as needed. Provide guidance and education to HR staff and University clients on compensation philosophy, design, concept, and review process.

Assist/support the design of the development and delivery of tools, communications and training that support University compensation programs, policies and projects. Support external consultant-led compensation projects for assigned client areas. Assist with market equity review process to assist in streamlining the of compensation codes and to focus the team on data integrity. Assist/Continue with the creation of the compensation job catalog glossary across the VP region footprint.

Participate in salary surveys and other data exchanges to provide market information needed to support compensation recommendations and to help identify market trends. Work with compensation and human resources staff to ensure that survey positions are matched appropriately.

Ensure that the administration of compensation programs are in compliance with established laws, rules and regulations as well as university policies and procedures. Assist or lead, as assigned, in responding to government related audits. Partner with the HRIS team and the EEO office to ensure compensation data integrity.

Essential qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 1-3 years of compensation experience is required
• Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of salary surveys and job matching
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations
• Ability to work well with multiple, changing priorities and tight deadlines
• Strong service orientation and sense of urgency in responding to client requests

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