Compensation Analyst III

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa (AL); Remote; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama seeks a Compensation Analyst III to administer and lead staff compensation and classification programs, and handle complex projects while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws. You will analyze positions, advise HR Business Partners, and provide guidance to other Analysts.

The role may involve supervising others and supporting the university's transition of on-premises finance and HCM ERP systems to a modern cloud platform.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years of compensation experience OR master's degree and 2 years of compensation experience.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with faculty and staff.
• Strong knowledge of compensation principles, laws, and current job markets.

Responsibilities

• Administers and leads staff compensation and classification programs.
• Analyzes positions to determine titles, pay ranges, and hierarchy.
• Provides guidance and training to other analysts and HR partners.
• Supports the transition of ERP systems to a cloud platform for the department.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Analytical thinking

Project coordination

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Pay Grade/Pay Range: $69,200 - Midpoint: $89,900 (Salaried E11)

Department/Organization:506152 - Compensation

Normal Work Schedule:Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for remote work subject to University policy. If an applicant is selected and will request to work from a state where the University does not currently have other regular employees, that applicant may be referred to the University’s 3rd Party Employer of Record, nextSource, to serve as the official employer.

Job Summary:The Compensation Analyst III administers and leads staff compensation and classification programs and complex projects for the University. Ensures compliance local, state(s), and federal laws. Analyzes and evaluates positions for appropriate titles, pay ranges, and organizational hierarchy to maintain external competitiveness and internal consistency. Provides guidance, trains, and/or may supervise to other Analysts. Provides guidance to HR Business Partners.

Additional Department Summary:The University of Alabama is embarking to transition the on-premises finance and HCM ERP systems to a modern cloud platform. This position is time-limited to the duration of the project due to additional department staffing needs while engaged in this project, but could lead to regular employment at the University.

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of compensation experience; OR master's degree and two (2) years of compensation experience.

Skills and Knowledge:Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, including faculty and staff. Effective organizational, analytical, multi-tasking, and interpersonal skills. Self-directed, and detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to effectively communicate with department representatives and employees at all levels on topics of varied complexity. Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing compensation. Advanced knowledge of current job markets and trends. Expertise in compensation principles and practices. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters and situations. High proficiency in Excel. Ability to quickly learn new systems and applications.

Preferred Qualifications:Degree in Human Resources, Business, or Organizational Development. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP). PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification. Experience reviewing position descriptions for classification and FLSA status. Experience in higher education.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’sKnow Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegalposter.

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