Mid-Atlantic HERC

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $53,500 - Midpoint: $66,900 (Salaried E8)

Department/Organization: 506152 - Compensation

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary: The Compensation Analyst I assists in the administration of staff compensation and classification programs and projects for the University under general supervision. Ensures compliance local, state(s), and federal laws in consultation with management. Analyzes and evaluates positions for appropriate titles, paygrades, and organizational hierarchy to maintain external competitiveness and internal consistency. Benchmarks University staff positions. Compiles information for salary surveys. Consults with departments on classification, compensation practices, promotions, and issues related to pay under general supervision. Provides guidance to HR Business Partners.

Additional Department Summary: The University of Alabama is embarking to transition the on-premises finance and HCM ERP systems to a modern cloud platform. This position is time-limited to the duration of the project due to additional department staffing needs while engaged in this project, but could lead to regular employment at the University.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher and some compensation or human resources experience; OR associate's degree and two (2) years of compensation or human resources experience.

Skills and Knowledge: Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, including faculty and staff. Effective organizational, analytical, multi-tasking, and interpersonal skills. Self-directed, and detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to effectively communicate with department representatives and employees at all levels. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing compensation. Knowledge of current job markets and trends. Knowledge of compensation principles and practices. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters and situations. Proficiency in Excel. Ability to quickly learn new systems and applications.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or Organizational Development. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP). aPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification. Experience reviewing position descriptions for classification and FLSA status. Experience in higher education.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

About University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa

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