Compensation Analyst

UCI group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine seeks a Compensation Analyst to deliver expert guidance on compensation, classification, and incentive programs across the UC Irvine HR enterprise. The role provides consulting to local HR teams, leadership, and staff, ensuring accurate analyses, policy interpretation, and compliant pay practices.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in compensation, strong data analysis skills, and excels in a fast-paced environment with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of compensation functions and general HR knowledge.
• Ability to analyze large data sets and communicate findings clearly.
• Experience administering classification and job evaluation tools.
• Bachelor's degree and 7+ years HR experience; 2+ years as Compensation Analyst.
• Strong interpersonal skills for confidential consulting.

Responsibilities

• Provide consulting on compensation, classification, and incentive programs.
• Conduct job evaluations and compensation analyses.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and policies.
• Assist with new classification programs and strategies.
• Interpret policies and agreements for stakeholders.

Skills

Compensation knowledge

Data analysis

Communication skills

Collaboration

Prioritization

HR systems

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

7+ years HR experience

Tools

HRIS systems

Excel

Word/PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

The UC Irvine Human Resources (HR) enterprise is comprised of three unique business units: Campus, Health, and Health Sciences. HR's vision is to empower people to drive a culture of innovation, learning, and service that enables the success of individuals within the UCI community and those who aspire to join. https://hr.uci.edu/

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Compensation Manager, the Compensation Analyst functions as a subject matter expert and provides consulting services to UCI Health’s local HR team, leadership and employees regarding compensation, classification, incentive program and other ancillary pay issues. Processes represented and non-represented approved wage programs, such as across the board increases, equity, step increases, etc. Conducts job evaluations and compensation analyses, and develops communications and resources as needed. Assists the local HR teams with the planning and implementation of new classification programs and strategies for UCI Health as requested. Interprets and applies Human Resources policy and procedures, as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and state and federal law as they relate to compensation. Ensures compliance with all federal employment laws as well as regulatory agency requirements. May assist with compensation services outside of UCI Health as necessary to help balance enterprise-wide workload. Uses skills and experience as a seasoned professional with a comprehensive understanding of compensation concepts. Resolves complex issues in imaginative and practical ways where analysis of situations and data requires a review of a variety of factors. General instructions may be provided on new assignments and initiatives.

Qualifications

Required:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the compensation functions as well as general knowledge of other areas of human resources.
• Knowledge to develop and implement compensation programs for client groups and understands how they and other initiatives may impact various areas of human resources.
• Analytical skills to conduct analysis, interpret large sets of data, identify trends and develop recommendations as well as effective written and verbal communication skills to convey findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to all levels within the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with client groups and other areas of human resources and complete multiple assignments on time.
• Strong interpersonal skills to provide a high level of consultation on classification, compensation and other areas of human resources issues to a wide range of clients in a diplomatic and confidential manner.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize competing work assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high volume and frequently changing environment.
• Demonstrated experience administering classification and job evaluation tools.
• Ability to work independently and exercise initiative, discretion and good judgement.
• Demonstrated skill to work with a variety of computer software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), database management, HRIS systems, email, etc.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• At least 7 years of experience in Human Resources
• At least 2 years of experience working as a Compensation Analyst

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of University policies and procedures as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Experience working in the public sector.
• Certified Compensation Professional credential preferred.

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].