UHR Classification and Compensation Specialist

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland is seeking a Classification and Compensation Specialist on the Classification and Compensation team within UHR Talent Management. The role provides guidance on staff classification and compensation programs while ensuring compliance with USM, AFSCME, and UM requirements.

The incumbent will audit data practices and liaise with campus leaders to address complex policy issues. Key responsibilities include consulting with HR Partners, monitoring compliance, and supporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three (3) years of professional human resources experience in classification, compensation, or talent acquisition.
• Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on the administration and implementation of staff classification and compensation programs, practices, and policies.
• Conduct compliance monitoring and audits to ensure regulatory and institutional requirements.
• Support accurate classification, compensation, position, and employee data practices for operational and reporting needs.
• Meet with HR Partners regularly to develop relationships and influence campus regarding classification, compensation, and compliance matters.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

HR policies

MS Office

Google Suite

Communication skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Ambiguity navigation

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday HCM

Job description

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement: University Human Resources (UHR) has an exciting opportunity for an HR professional to serve as a Classification and Compensation Specialist on the Classification and Compensation team, which is part of the UHR Talent Management team. In partnership with the Assistant Director of Classification and Compensation, UHR leaders, and campus unit leaders, the Classification and Compensation Specialist provides guidance on the administration and implementation of staff classification and compensation programs, practices, and policies, while ensuring compliance with applicable University System of Maryland (USM), AFSCME collective bargaining, and University of Maryland (UMD) requirements. The incumbent provides consultation to campus stakeholders, conducts compliance monitoring and audits, and supports accurate classification, compensation, position, and employee data practices to meet operational, regulatory, collective bargaining, and affirmative Action Plan (AAP) reporting requirements. The incumbent will meet with HR Partners on a regular basis to develop strong relationships and influence campus regarding classification, compensation, and related compliance matters.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Three (3) years of professional human resources experience in the areas of classification, compensation, or talent acquisition.
• Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of relevant regulatory, compliance, and employment laws.
• Knowledge of human resources policies, procedures and best practices.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively written and verbally.
• Ability to work effectively with leaders and practitioners at all levels.
• Ability to analyze data and provide insight and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Ability to facilitate problem solving and approach client issues from a solution-oriented stance.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt quickly to shifting priorities, and work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to assess and prioritize risks and issues and evaluate competing needs, while maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and with teams.

Additional Job Details

Preferences

• SHRM-CP, HRCI-PHR, CCP, or other relevant certification.
• Experience in a large, complex, and decentralized organization.
• Experience with Workday HCM classification and compensation modules.

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Best Consideration Date

November 20, 2026

Posting Close Date

NA

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Financial Disclosure Required

No For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website .

Department

VPA-University Human Resources

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$65,000- $78,000

Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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