COMPENSATION ANALYST I

COMPENSATION ANALYST I

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Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
Employees at UWM in the Department of Human Resources work in an innovative, collaborative, and casual-work environment with flexible work/life balance schedules. If you are a motivated, results-oriented individual who wants to make a real difference with our team, community, and the campus, we encourage you to apply!

Job Summary
The Classification and Compensation Analyst in the Department of Human Resources provides consultation on compensation issues, maintains classification policies, procedures and programs, reviews and approves classification and compensation requests, and analyzes data to ensure alignment with divisional and institutional goals on total cash compensation. This position is a key contact for HR employees, colleagues, and/or campus partners regarding compensation and classification policies, program interpretations, and best practices. The position primarily supports processing for classification and compensation actions to support HR professionals at UWM.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

1. Provides consultation regarding compensation issues and program direction, and ensures compensation policies and procedures are maintained and aligned with industry best practices and organizational vision
   • Audits wage information to ensure fair and legal compensation practices
   • Oversee compliance with FLSA regulations, in conjunction with the Strategic Classification and Compensation Specialist and the HR Compliance Officer
2. Receives, reviews, and approves classification and compensation adjustments and new entries; and ensures adherence to existing policies and procedures
   • Review and approve non-merit, performance, and temporary adjustments, and overloads
   • Conduct preliminary analysis of title reviews escalated for Class and Comp Review
   • Conduct spot audits and recommend process changes to ensure appropriate application of HR, UW System, State, and Federal policy and regulations
3. Creates and reviews standard job descriptions in alignment with the established organizational structure and approved methodology
   • Provide support related to titling determinations and reviews
   • Maintains classification structure and support titling initiatives
   • Maintains accurate job descriptions for positions within the organization and ensures alignment with job duties performed.
4. Serves as unit liaison to human resources staff providing organizational information, reviewing data, and recommending solutions for complex pay scenarios in accordance with established policies, procedures regulations, and applicable laws
   • Develop organizational competency in classification and compensation issues
   • Conduct compensation and market analyses to advise HR Business Partners and leaders
5. Participates in salary surveys and conducts classification and compensation studies of market data, reviews current practices, and recommends improvements to leadership to align with strategic initiatives and objectives
6. Contributes to the planning, development, and implementation of strategic compensation and classification initiatives and objectives
7. Works on the regular maintenance of the compensation program taking initiative to evaluate its effectiveness, achievement of goals, budgetary aspects, etc., and recommend improvements to leadership where necessary
   • Recommend changes to salary administration and specific compensation programs based on observed trends

Hybrid work options may be available. Work will be performed primarily on the UW-Milwaukee campus, with requests for remote work considered after the initial training period. Specifics regarding work location requirements will be discussed during the interview process.
Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of HR experience obtained through a formal education program or professional work experience
• Experience working with productivity software such as Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, and statutes related to compensation and HR

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field by date of hire
• Advanced knowledge of compensation principles as evidenced by specific experience in a Compensation Analyst/Specialist role or CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) certification
• Experience navigating and running reports in an HRIS system
• Experience with reporting and data analysis
• Experience working in higher education, government, or other complex organization

Application Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:

• A cover letter addressing your education/experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications
• A resume
• A document listing the names and contact information for three professional references

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.Apply electronically at: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/39146 by the application deadline date of August 11th, 2024. Questions about this position should be directed to Chad Hietpas at hietpacj@uwm.edu.
Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.
Legal Notices AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.




Reasonable Accommodations

UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.




Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.




CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.




Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.




Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/39146






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