What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compensation Analyst–Human Resources position at Metropolitan Community College?
Position Information
Position Information
Career Opportunity Number
24-175
Position Title:
Compensation Analyst–Human Resources
Location
Administrative Center
Position Type:
Full-Time
Class Category
Classified Staff
Job Open Date
02/26/2025
Job Close Date
03/12/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Initial Screen Date:
03/24/2025
Minimal Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field to assigned area;
- 3-5 years of compensation experience in the area of Human Resources.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master’s degree
- Professional certification such as a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Proficiency in HRIS systems and compensation analysis tools.
- Strong knowledge of compensation laws and regulations.
Work Hours
Normally scheduled Monday through Friday; however, may be required to work other shifts to include evenings and/or weekends. Schedule subject to change based upon department needs.
Compensation
The annual salary is $58,544-$62,057. A competitive benefit package is included.
Special Instructions to Applicants
PLEASE NOTE:
- Cover letter, resume, and transcripts are required and must be attached to the online application in order to receive any consideration.
- Interviews will be conducted by a hiring committee.
Metropolitan Community College is the oldest and largest public institution of higher learning in Kansas City, Mo. MCC currently offers over 120 associate degree and certificate programs; on campus, online or a combination of both. MCC employees are committed to providing equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, creed, race or gender.
We offer all full-time employees medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, as well as retirement,403b,employeeassistance, and flexible spending and health savings account. We have a generous time-off policy including vacation, sick/personal days, holidays, and paid spring and winter break. We can’t wait to show you why Metropolitan Community College is a great place to work!
Metropolitan Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genderidentity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.*EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
Class Summary
As a Compensation Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of the organization’s compensation strategy. You will analyze compensation data, assess market trends, and ensure internal equity, all while aligning compensation practices with the organization’s objectives.
Typical Essential Duties
- Monitor the effectiveness of the current compensation structure and recommend adjustments based on market trends
- Provide guidance on pay decisions, policy interpretations, and general compensation practices
- Prepare and maintain compensation data with a high level of detail and accuracy
- Oversee salary surveys and job evaluation processes, while maintaining relationships with external compensation partners
- Ensure compliance with federal and state compensation laws and regulations
- Partner with payroll and HR team to implement across the board salary increases
- Contract Renewal Process – (verifying salaries and work with HR team)
- Conduct compensation studies and internal equity analyses with compensation recommendations
- Work with HR team on prorated contracts
- Work with HR team on shift differential/ special duty pay
- Work with HR team on initial salary placements
- Evaluate reclassification requests with the Talent Manager to ensure correct salary placement within our existing structure
- Evaluate part time pay
- Update Schedule of Salary and Conditions annually
- Calculate faculty salary changes due to column advancement
- Evaluate salary ranges and job grade structures; researches situations as they arise related to aspects of compensation to provide clarity for resolution in consideration of contract provisions, historical practices, similar situations, etc.
- Ensure internal equity and compliance with all relevant regulations and policies
- Conduct job analysis to create and maintain accurate job descriptions and ensure proper classification and grading of positions
- Analyze compensation data and generate reports/presentations to inform decision making
- Collaborate with HR management to develop and implement compensation policies and procedures
- Ensure managers understand and apply compensation policies correctly
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge
- Knowledge of compensation principles and practices in compensation and total rewards
- Knowledge of professional compensation and community agencies and related organizational training and resources
- Knowledge of compensation program development, planning, and administration principles and practices
- Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local compensations laws, rules, and regulations
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (Hyperlinks, Pivot-tables, Macros) and/or other data management tools (e.g. Access, etc.)
Skills
- Skilled in prioritizing duties
- Skilled in making recommendations based on financial analysis
- Skilled in adapting to dynamic, fast-paced environments
- Skilled in interpreting and applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations
- Skilled in analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, forecasting the consequences of proposed actions, and making recommendations to support organizational goals
- Skilled in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
- Skilled in providing customer service
- Skilled in monitoring and evaluating programs
- Skilled in collaborating with internal departments and external agencies
- Skilled in utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information.
- Skilled in maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information
Positions Supervised
N/A
Physical Requirements
Positions in this class typically require: grasping, hearing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, talking, visual acuity, and walking. The work is sedentary work which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly.
Licensing Requirements
Salary : $58,544 - $62,057
