Compensation & Classification Specialist — HR Ops (Onsite)

PFW-ETCS; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tuition through Purdue University

Fee remission for Purdue degree

Insurance starts on first day

Generous PTO

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Job summary

Purdue University Fort Wayne is hiring a Compensation & Classification Administrator to lead pay and classification activities under the HR Operations Manager. The role will analyze staff positions, advise on job titles and grades, and collaborate with hiring managers to refine job descriptions.

You will interpret market data, support policy guidance, and ensure compliance across departments. The position also provides back-up to Talent Acquisition and Employment Services, handling HR tasks,

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field.
• Minimum 1–3 years HR experience.
• Knowledge of compensation/classification principles and practices.
• Knowledge of employment laws including FLSA.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret compensation and workforce data.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Administer compensation and classification procedures under the Manager of HR Operations.
• Analyze staff positions and recommend job family, subfamily, career stream, title, and grade.
• Partner with hiring managers to develop, review, and revise job descriptions.
• Provide guidance on compensation processes and procedures.
• Conduct job analysis and compensation reviews with market data and university guidelines.
• Assist departments in understanding compensation practices and wage regulations.
• Research and analyze market compensation data to support pay practices.
• Collect, analyze, and utilize market data for leadership reviews.
• Serve as backup for Talent Acquisition Administrator and Employment Services functions.
• Perform routine HR tasks and staff inquiries; support HR programs.
• Create and produce departmental reports; assist in report development.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

HR experience

Compensation knowledge

Employment law knowledge

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

HRIS familiarity

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Organizational field

Master’s degree

Organizational Leadership or related

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

Job description

Purdue University Fort Wayne is hiring a Compensation & Classification Administrator to lead pay and classification activities under the HR Operations Manager. The role will analyze staff positions, advise on job titles and grades, and collaborate with hiring managers to refine job descriptions.

You will interpret market data, support policy guidance, and ensure compliance across departments. The position also provides back-up to Talent Acquisition and Employment Services, handling HR tasks,