Compensation Analyst I

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Georgia State University is seeking a Compensation Analyst I in the Human Resource Administration to support campus-wide classification and compensation efforts for staff. You will aid with reclassifications, pay changes, and job specifications while ensuring internal equity across units.

The role involves workshops, policy development, and coordination of classification processes, with emphasis on accuracy and collaboration with managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and one year of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of professional experience in compensation, classification, or a closely related area.
• Experience in higher education, state agency or a similarly complex organizational environment.
• Experience conducting market pricing, salary analysis, job evaluation, and classification reviews.
• Knowledge of compensation principles, salary administration practices, and internal equity analysis.
• Experience interpreting and applying HR policies, procedures, and employment regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate campus-wide classification and compensation program for staff employees.
• Process classification and compensation requests related to reclassifications and pay changes.
• Analyze internal and market equity.
• Classify new and existing staff positions; discuss recommendations with managers and supervisors.
• Revise and develop job specifications for new and existing positions.
• Update internal class & comp documentation accordingly.
• Conduct workshops and training sessions on classification and compensation systems, policies and procedures.
• Monitor the class & comp email box to address inquiries and provide general assistance.
• Assist with desk audits, internal offers, and comprehensive classification reviews.
• Develop classification and compensation policies, procedures, and manuals (internal and external).
• Assist with special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Market pricing

Salary analysis

Job evaluation

Classification reviews

HR policies

Employment regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree + 1 year experience

Job description

Compensation Analyst I

Human Resource Administration

Georgia State University

The Department of Classification and Compensation coordinates the university's staff job classification process. We help establish new staff positions and reclassify existing ones. We also assist with compensation ranges and strategic job design.

Are you passionate about ensuring employees are compensated fairly for the work they perform? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team.

The department of Classification and Compensation at Georgia State University seeks to hire an experienced Compensation Analyst I to join our team.

WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

This position will assist with the coordination of a campus wide classification and compensation program for staff employees.

KEY RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Processes classification and compensation requests related to reclassifications and/or pay changes on a first in/first out basis.
• Conducts analysis of internal and market equity.
• Assists with classifying new and existing staff positions; discusses recommendations with managers and supervisors.
• Assists with the revisions and/or development of job specifications for new and existing positions.
• Updates internal class & comp documentation accordingly.
• Assists with conducting workshops and training sessions on classification and compensation systems, policies and procedures.
• Assists with monitoring the class & comp email box to address inquires and provide general assistance.
• May assist the team with conducting desk audits, internal offers, and comprehensive classification reviews for a given unit or department.
• Assists in the development of classification and compensation polices, procedures, and manuals (internal and external).
• Assist with special projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.

Minimum Hiring Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and one year of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• One to three years of professional experience in compensation, classification, or a closely related area.
• Experience in higher education, state agency or a similarly complex organizational environment.
• Experience conducting market pricing, salary analysis, job evaluation, and classification reviews.
• Knowledge of compensation principles, salary administration practices, and internal equity analysis.
• Experience interpreting and applying HR policies, procedures, and employment regulations.

Special Instructions:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume
• Cover Letter

Georgia State University Values

COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place

INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents

USG Core Value Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office.

Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,, genetic information, or protected veteran status.

Background Check

Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.

Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime

Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.

Other Notes

Please note, Georgia State University's career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status.

Location

Atlanta Campus

Shift

8:30AM - 5:15PM

Salary

$50,100 - $62,600

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Type

Full Time (Benefits Eligible)