University Human Resources is seeking a Compensation & Classification Specialist to serve as a first point of contact for the Compensation and Classification unit to internal and external stakeholders. Perform compensation specialist responsibilities including classification determination, compensation administration, market analysis, salary reviews, data reporting, layoff program support, and project support. Review, edit and approve HR transactions and requests to offer. Ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, external laws, and regulations. 

This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.

Duties to include:

• Analyze staff and student compensation for internal equity and external market alignment at the request of employing departments, ensuring that affected classifications are reviewed across campus for equity.
• Run queries and prepare data reports using HRIS, SQL, and other resources for internal and external information requests.
• Advise staff and applicants on compensation and classification issues, recruitment activities and university policies and procedures.
• Monitor the Compensation and Classification email inbox and phone line; Respond to inquiries or forward requests to other staff in the unit or to another unit in UHR.
• Advise on revisions and update web site content for Comp/Class.
• Develop communications to promote unit initiatives.
• Review, edit and process HR transactions for university employees.
  • Appointments
  • Transfers
  • Special Compensation
  • Percent of Time Changes
  • P&S Status Changes
  • Reclassifications
  • Position Management
• Interpret and promote compliance with university policies/procedures and state/federal laws.
• Develop training presentations as directed.
• Support the operations of the Compensation and Classification unit including coordination of activities, maintaining confidential employment files, and implementing changes in policies and procedures.

To obtain the full job description including key areas of responsibility, technical competencies, and desirable qualifications, please contact Adrian Cunningham at adrian-cunningham@uiowa.edu.