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Compensation Specialist or Senior Compensation Specialist

Apply now Job no: 494821
Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: UMBC Campus
Categories: Human Resources/Payroll

Department:

The Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management (HRSTM) department is hiring a Compensation Specialist or a Senior Compensation Specialist. 

Position Overview:

This role will assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of UMBC's Classification and Compensation Programs.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at $69,000 (Specialist) and $79,000 (Senior level) and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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Telework A hybrid work schedule (2 days telework, 3 in the office) may be available after training.    
 Responsibilities:

Compensation Specialist

  • Conducts initial review, job analysis, and job evaluation of new, vacant, and filled position change requests including reclassifications, equity adjustments, in-grade adjustments, and salary range updates and confirmations. 
  • Develops written reports of findings for standard roles and-determines classification and compensation based upon research conducted and the best available balance of evidence.  
  • Conducts costing 
  • Completes salary data requests

Senior Compensation Specialist

  • Reviews and approves standard studies independently
  • Makes recommendations regarding the development and updating of salary structures, FLSA exemptions, job revisions, and organizational structures as needed
  • Conducts Acting Capacity Requests
Required Minimum Qualifications:

Compensation Specialist

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Two years of general Human Resources experience with knowledge of classification and compensation
  • Experience in Excel with ability to analyze data sets
  • Strong analytical and data manipulation skills
  • Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
  • Proficient knowledge of current compensation practices and trends
  • Strong customer service skills

Senior Compensation Specialist

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Five years of general Human Resources Experience, two years in classification and compensation
  • Advanced experience in Excel with proven ability to analyze complex data sets
Preferred Qualifications: 
  • One year of experience with the State of MD Classification and Compensation policies
  • One year of experience with the compilation and assessment of salary data
  • Strong customer service skills interacting with senior leadership
  • Experience in creative problem solving related to complex classification/compensation requests
Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required. 

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Upload a cover letter and a resume.  

Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

  • 22 Days of Annual Leave  
  • 15 Days of Sick Leave  
  • 15 Holidays
  • 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

  • 8 credit hours per semester
  • Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Wellness opportunities
Salary:

Senior Compensation Specialist: $79,000 - $84,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

Compensation Specialist: $69,000 to $73,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Hours: Full-time
Type: Regular
FLSA Status: Exempt
 Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.   

Accommodation: 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization  As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

Advertised: Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled

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