Senior Compensation Analyst

Oakland University

Rochester (MI)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

25 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision for employees

Paid time off

Retirement plan contribution

Tuition assistance

Campus recreation access

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Oakland University seeks a Compensation and Classification professional to support salary structures, job evaluations, and pay equity across the university. The role partners with HR, leadership, and labor relations to ensure policies align with federal/state rules and collective agreements.

The position requires a Bachelor's in HR or related field and at least two years in compensation, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in HR or Business Administration or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Two years of related experience in compensation and job classification administration.
Experience conducting compensation assessments, benchmarking positions, and analyzing market data.
Extensive knowledge of state and federal regulations in compensation and benefits.
Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to evaluate compensation data, interpret policies and develop recommendations.
Skilled at presenting to leaders and stakeholders to address compensation challenges.

Responsibilities

Serve as an expert in compensation and classification.
Support organizations and leadership in meeting university initiatives and policy requirements.
Perform job evaluation, classification reviews, and salary/pay equity analyses.
Process pay-related transactions and maintain pay structures.
Collaborate with HR colleagues and stakeholders to ensure compliant practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Presentation to stakeholders

Compensation data analysis

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration

HR certifications (CCP/PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP)

Job description

Benefits of Working at Oakland University

Oakland University offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefit program including a comprehensive medical plan with low contribution amounts for our employees, dental and vision plans at no cost for our employees, generous paid time off plans, a generous University contribution to our 403(b) retirement plan, tuition assistance for our employees and dependents, free access to our Campus Recreation Center and workout facilities, and flexible work schedules and wellness programs. These are current benefit levels subject to future changes. Oakland University offers a strong, University-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, which has garnered national recognition as a top workplace for LGBTQ+ community members; national recognition as a safe workplace, and consistent top ranking for support services to U.S. Military veteran students.

Employee Group/Grade

Employee Group/Grade AP Band Q

Job Category

Work Schedule

Work Schedule FT/Reg (40 hours)

Shift/Days

This is a full-time position.

Pay Schedule

Pay Schedule Month

Number of Hrs./Wk.

Number of Hrs./Wk. 40

Position Information

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Human Resources or Business Administration or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
A minimum of two (2) years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in compensation and job classification administration.
Experience conducting compensation assessments, benchmarking positions, and analyzing and interpreting market data.
Extensive knowledge of state and federal regulations in compensation and benefits.
Excellent analytical skills.
Superior interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to analyze positions, administer compensation programs, and apply classification principles in a complex organization.
Ability to evaluate compensation data, interpret policies and regulations, and develop sound recommendations and solutions.
Skilled at presenting and partnering with leaders, HR professionals, and stakeholders to address compensation and classification challenges.
Ability to clearly explain complex compensation concepts, recommendations, and decisions to varied audiences.
Commitment to accuracy and consistent application of federal and state laws, collective bargaining agreements, and university policies.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in higher education.
Expert knowledge of compensation systems and practices, as well as state and federal regulations pertinent to compensation issues (i.e., FLSA , DOL , EEOC , etc.).
Experience working in a unionized environment.
Relevant HR certification such as CCP , PHR , SPHR , SHRM -CP or SHRM - SCP .
Experience providing consultation to organizational leadership.
Experience leading and/or serving on project teams.

All Qualifications

Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered.

Position Purpose

Serve as an expert in compensation and classification, supporting organizations and leadership in meeting university strategic initiatives and complying with policy and contractual requirements. This position supports compensation initiatives through job evaluation, classification reviews, compensation administration, evaluating salary and pay equity concerns, processing pay-related transactions, maintaining classification and pay structures, organizational reviews, and policy interpretation and consultation to units across the university. The role partners closely with HR colleagues, departmental leadership, employee and labor relations professionals, and other stakeholders to ensure compensation practices align with university policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable federal and state regulations.

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