What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compensation Analyst position at University of Texas at Arlington?
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
S06020P
Position Title
Compensation Analyst
Department
Talent, Culture, & Engagement
Location
Arlington
Job Family
Human Resources
Position Status
Full-time
Work Hours
Standard
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm
Open to
External and Internal
Salary
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $66,000.
Duration
Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis
Monthly
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Benefits at UTA
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
The Compensation Analyst under general supervision, will provide Compensation support for the University’s compensation programs and functions. Provides excellent customer service to University clients for matters related to compensation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Processes requests submitted for Compensation and Classification Review (CCR) which consists of analyzing requests for new positions, reclassifications, promotions, new hires and other compensation-related requests; performs salary offer analysis.
- Updates and maintains job description folder, maintains and updates CCR files and forms; creates new job codes and updates existing job codes in the HR system; updates various Compensation databases (e.g. CCR master list).
- Gathers data related to client requests; research compensation issues and perform analysis to provide recommendations and/or resolutions to Compensation related matters.
- Performs market pricing and analysis of external/internal salary data; gathers data and assist in third-party salary surveys.
- Assists with the review of compensation policies and practices and the updating of compensation pay plan. May assist with the with administration of the annual merit program.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting or a related field.
- A minimum of six (6) months of work experience in compensation, data analysis, accounting, forecasting/modeling or related work experience or five (5) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must have intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two (2) or more years of experience in compensation.
- Experience using a human resources information system, market pricing software and/or market pricing jobs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient with Excel (pivot tables and V-lookup), Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Familiarity with Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
- Excellent organization and time management skills to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills; proficient research skills to identify issues, analyze situations, and contribute to successful outcome.
- Ability to work independently and resourcefully against deadlines and exercise a high degree of judgment, discretion and confidentiality to accomplish job functions.
Other Requirements
Working Conditions
Special Conditions for Eligibility
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required
3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is the highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD or equivalent
- * How many years of working experience to you have with compensation, data analysis, accounting, and/or forecasting/modeling?
- None/Less than 1
- 1 to 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 4 to 5 years or more
- * How many years of general human resources experience?
- None/less than 1 year
- 2 - 3 years
- 3 - 4 years
- 5 years or more
- * What certifications, if any, have you obtained?
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume or CV
- Cover/Interest Letter
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