Compensation Analyst: Pay-for-Performance & Market Data

Knoxville Chamber; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Knoxville Utilities Board seeks a Compensation Analyst to design pay strategies and administer the Pay-for-Performance process. You will coordinate the annual PFP cycle, analyze market data, and prepare reports for decision-makers.

You’ll support compensation planning, salary surveys, and process improvements while handling confidential data and partnering with HRIS to ensure accurate, compliant practices. This role emphasizes data-driven insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Statistics, or related field from an accredited four-year college or university.
• 3+ years of experience in compensation, HR, accounting/finance, business, or related professional role.
• Excellent team and interpersonal skills, including the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (written and oral) with all levels of employees and management.
• Ability to work with confidential information and exercise discretion.
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and share insights with stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Note: KUB does not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

• Manage compensation analysis and Pay-for-Performance (PFP) projects that support compensation planning across the organization.
• Complete salary surveys and utilize market data to make recommendations to maintain competitive compensation ranges for each position.
• Recommend areas of process improvement related to compensation analysis and PFP.
• Develop appropriate communication and training based on organizational needs.
• Respond to requests for reports and information by developing, maintaining, and distributing standard and custom reports and queries.
• Function within HRIS and Compensation Software as needed to support compensation analysis and pay-for-performance review.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all procedures and practices applicable to functions and responsibilities.
• Exercise utmost discretion and working with highly confidential data.
• Other team functions include HRIS configuration and security, as well as time and labor.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Discretion

MS Word

MS Excel

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance, Statistics, or related field

Tools

Oracle PeopleSoft HRIS

Job description

Knoxville Utilities Board seeks a Compensation Analyst to design pay strategies and administer the Pay-for-Performance process. You will coordinate the annual PFP cycle, analyze market data, and prepare reports for decision-makers.

You’ll support compensation planning, salary surveys, and process improvements while handling confidential data and partnering with HRIS to ensure accurate, compliant practices. This role emphasizes data-driven insights.