Human Resources Compensation Specialist

Overview

Come join our Human Resources Team as a Compensation Specialist (Compensation Analyst) for Utah State University! Our Compensation Specialists oversee the University staff compensation program, evaluate pay competitiveness, and provide guidance to department leadership on compensation policies and compliance. In this role you will work with a portfolio of departments to build lasting and effective relationships to meet compensation and classification needs. If you love Human Resources and data, this position is for you!

This is a full-time position eligible for excellent benefits including: 13 paid holidays, 22 days of paid leave and 12 days of sick leave per year, competitive health benefits packages, and a generous contribution of 14.2% (without an employee contribution) into your retirement. For more benefit information please visit our Benefits Website.

Responsibilities

• Conduct position audits and determine appropriate classification and pay levels for new positions and reclassifications.

• Evaluate salary surveys and analyze the University's salaries against market data to ensure competitive positioning.

• Conduct annual benchmarking of jobs and provide recommendations on grade changes and salary structure movement.

• Work with departments to draft and approve new job descriptions as necessary.

• Provide information, education, and advice on market practices, trends, analysis and data related to compensation to supervisors and administration. Make recommendations in accordance with established policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

• Approve electronic personnel action forms. Serve as a consultant to the human resources team in addressing and resolving issues.

• Serve as a resource to university personnel in addressing human resources needs.

• Assists with the development, implementation, and monitoring of new and existing programs and processes in compensation and classification.

• Conduct research to remain current in compensation and classification laws, regulations, and practices.

• Serve on committees or teams to improve processes or services.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification:

• Four years of Human Resources related experience OR a bachelor's degree and some background in Human Resources related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to analyze and interpret large datasets to determine compensation trends.

• Proficiency in statistical analysis and familiarity with software tools like Excel or Human Resource analytics platforms.

• Understanding of labor laws, tax regulations, and compliance standards related to compensation.

• Clear and concise communication skills to explain compensation policies and practices to various stakeholders.

• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.

• Attention to detail with the ability to analyze and document compensation data to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Ability to interpret, analyze, and advise on the application of laws related to compensation and classification.

• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please include:

Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile Responses to the following questions to be answered during the application process:

• Tell me about a time when you worked as part of a team to analyze data.

• Describe a situation where you had to handle confidential data.

• Describe a situation where you had to explain a complicated concept or process to someone who had little knowledge of the topic.

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary

Minimum $50,000; Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU's main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute's 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation.

• updated 04/2024

Notice of Non-discrimination

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU's non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

• updated 09/2023