Compensation Analyst And Lead Human Resources Generalist

Embark on an exciting adventure with Southwestern University's energetic and dynamic Human Resource Team! Your opportunity to influence the institution's dedication to fair compensation practices, deliver high level retirement support, and optimize Human Resources operations awaits. Join us in this thrilling journey!

The Opportunity:

Step into the impactful role of Compensation Analyst and Lead Human Resource Generalist, where you'll be the driving force as the go-to expert in compensation and delivering customized support to Human Resource team members! Directly reporting to the Associate Vice President for Human Resources, you'll lead the charge in ensuring the seamless implementation of fair compensation practices and delivering high-level retirement services. And that's not all-this engaging role also places you in the spotlight as the pivotal HR representative working on fulfilling Human Resources web and technology responsibilities. In your first year as Southwestern University's Compensation Analyst and Lead Human Resource Generalist, you will have the opportunity to:

• Partner with the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources and Vice President of Finance & Administration to prepare the University for the potential changes in the Fair Labors Standards Act

• Collaborate with the Human Resources team to continuously improve process, practices, policies and Human Resource systems

• Engage in the audit of Southwestern University's Employee Retirement Plan

Job type: Full-Time, regular

Direct Report: Associate VP for Human Resources

FLSA: Exempt

Location: Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas

Why Southwestern's HR is a great team:

We're a diverse, friendly workplace family, united by shared goals. Regardless of the challenge we rally together, finding motivation through open communication and collaborative efforts. We are a people driven department who love what we do.

Your benefits as Compensation Analyst and Lead Human Resources Generalist:

• Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.)

• Paid Holidays

• 15 days of Vacation leave per year

• 1 Day of Sick Leave Accrued Each Month

• Generous Retirement Package

• Tuition Assistance for you and your dependents after 1 year of employment

• Access to Athletic Facilities

• Discounted Meal Rates

• Free Parking

• This position is eligible for a Hybrid (one day a week) work schedule after 90 days of employment

• For information concerning the University benefits please visit Employee Benefits Page

What's next: If you are a seasoned compensation analyst and human resource generalist ready to make an impact, we invite you to apply and be a key player in advancing our mission.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Duty: As a Compensation Analyst you will:

• Plan and develop analyses, reports, and presentations in collaboration with the AVPHR, VP Finance and Administration, or other management staff as requested.

• Partner with the AVPHR to conduct position evaluations, create and review job classifications, prepare job descriptions and determine salary ranges for all staff positions.

• Conduct analysis of qualifications and work experience for staff salary placement.

• Coordinate the annual Salary Review Process for the University. Collaborate extensively with the Administrative Computing team, including programmers and support specialists, for initial data collection and post-process roll into the mainframe system. Work closely with the AVPHR and the VPFA throughout the process.

• Complete CUPAHR Administrative Salary Survey, CUPAHR Professional Salary Survey, CUPAHR Staff Salary Survey, and other surveys as requested.

• Together with AVPHR, partner with management regarding organizational restructuring and salary survey analysis.

• Serve as the primary point-of-contact for review and approval (together with AVPHR) of all internal requests for employee data (for example, employee email lists, lists of full-time/part-time employees, etc.).

• Serve as the HR department's technical point-of-contact for all employee-related data housed on the University's mainframe system (Ellucian Colleague). Work closely with the Administrative Computing team, including programmers and support specialists, to guarantee the integrity of data.

• Assist with data entry into Ellucian Colleague after completion of the Salary Review process, annual benefit enrollment process, etc.

Duty: Lead Generalist:

• Coordinate the Position Control system for all faculty and staff positions. Create new positions as necessary, monitor salary accounts and positions. Collaborate with the Assistant Vice President for Budgeting and Planning.

• Compile data for staff sections of IPEDS survey.

• Troubleshoot software problems within the HR department.

• Participate in various committees as needed/appointed.

• Serve as the HR liaison to provide HR-related data to other University departments and/or constituencies.

• Assist with day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department.

• Assist with annual benefit open enrollment process.

• Review and sign as HR representative on evaluations and job description changes during the annual Performance Evaluation process.

Duty: Retirement Program:

• Complete all administrative responsibilities for the Retirement Plan Committee (RPC) and prepare annual report for RPC.

• Manage participant enrollments, terminations, loans; investigate and resolve participant issues or concerns; manage and monitor systems (e.g., TIAA auto enrollment) for accuracy.

• Deliver annually required notifications to all participants as required under ERISA.

• Manage plan expenses through Revenue Credit Account (RCA); coordinate distribution of overages in RCA to plan participants.

• Compile all data for annual retirement plan audit, Non-Discrimination testing, and preparation of Form 5500. Ensure the establishment and adherence to all timelines and responsibly leverage supporting resources such as counsel and auditors.

Duty: Other duties as assigned:

• Specially assigned projects and tasks from the Associate Vice President for Human Resources.

Qualifications:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

• Bachelor's degree and three years of experience as a compensation analyst.

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of computer software programs including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Adobe Acrobat products. Demonstrated ability to use advanced features in Excel (such as pivot tables) to retrieve, analyze and generate management reports.

• Outstanding analytical and critical evaluation skills with a keen attention to detail to produce accurate reports and analyses.

• Ability to compare data from different sources to draw conclusions and develop appropriate solutions.

• Expert multitasker with ability to be flexible, adjust to fluctuating priorities, and produce timely and reliable work product.

• Strong project management skills, outstanding attention to detail, ability to prioritize projects, and excellent organizational skills.

• Ability to easily collaborate with the Human Resource team, senior management, and campus colleagues

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and professional demeanor

• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.

• Capability to uphold the confidential nature of human resource work.

• Commitment to the University's core values, including fostering a climate of multicultural understanding, appreciation, and respect for cultural differences within the campus and community.

• Ability to work in a typical office environment with or without accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three plus years of experience as a compensation analyst.

• Prior experience working with retirement plan processes.

• Prior experience in higher education, education-related industries, or other non-profit organization.

• Two or more years of project management experience.

• Two or more years of Human Resources Generalist experience, including survey completion.

To apply: The University will only accept application materials through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/142244. Interested persons must submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name and contact information of three professional references. Email and paper applications will not be accepted. The reviewing process for all applications will begin on December 15, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of the University's Background Check Policy process. Southwestern University is an E-Verify Employer. EOE/M/F

Salary: $66,000 - 70,000 Depending on Experience

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