Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

With minimal supervision, administers and analyzes staff compensation programs ensuring compliance with federal, state and local requirements. This includes complex job evaluations, providing guidance to HR Liaisons and department managers using highly effective influencing skills. Provides training presentations, HR system approvals, participation in compensation initiatives/ projects such as annual salary planning, complex data analysis and providing technical support within various HR systems including report generation as well as reporting and audits.

Job Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluates and analyzes jobs in response to requests for new or revised job descriptions utilizing compensation evaluation software tool. Determines appropriate pay levels and FLSA classifications. Establishes equitable compensation rates while keeping in line with the external market. Maintains documentation of evaluations. Ensures job descriptions are legally compliant with outside regulatory agencies. Collaborates with Recruiters as needed regarding job postings.
• Develops and provides creative alternatives and guidance regarding complex compensation matters to HR Liaisons and department managers which could include various pay decisions, salary offers, policy and guideline interpretation/exceptions and job evaluations. May complete regression analysis modeling to determine equitable pay distribution. Builds rapport with customers, communicating in a concise, customer-focused format.  
• Participates in and at times leads projects and compensation initiatives that are technical and often complex in nature while utilizing various HR systems. This includes year-end merit increase process, salary structure development and department/system-wide reviews. May participate in analyses for the Spring and Fall Board of Trustees Compensation Committee meeting. Performs market compensation analyses and salary structure benchmarking, participates in third-party salary surveys. Assesses general trends in compensation levels and makes recommendations for adjustments to compensation structures. Performs related analyses such as cost projections and conducts additional research as assigned.
• Approves all staff compensation transactions entered into HR’s system, ensuring consistency and adherence to policies, practices and guidelines. Ensures all proper approvals are received and payroll deadlines are met. Coordinates with central HR team, HR Liaisons and Payroll representatives as needed.
• Develops and modifies available queries and reports to generate data used for compensation planning and audits using Workday and Excel. Audits compensation and related data in Workday for compliance with policies and regulations.
• Keeps apprised of laws and regulations related to pay programs to ensure compliance and provide customer guidance. Stays informed regarding industry trends and best practices in compensation including survey participation.
• Participates in preparation and distribution of communications related to compensation and may participate in ensuring the HR website for Compensation is updated with current relevant information. Participates in developing and conducting compensation administration training sessions for managers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MA/MS/MBA degree in Business Administration, HR or related field.
• Completion of CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) coursework from World at Work organization.
• Previous experience with Workday system.
• Experience in presenting to/training managers on HR/compensation administration.
• Demonstrated Microsoft Office Suite skills including advanced level Excel skills.
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with ability to develop and present complex compensation concepts and processes/administration in a training format to managers.
• Effective analytical and problem solving skills including high attention to detail.
• Effective ability to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Ability to work and prioritize multiple goals with competing deadlines.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Organizational Behavior, Human Resources, Accounting, Finance or related field plus 6 or more years of progressively resonsible experience in analysis and administration of compensation programs. A combination of education and experience may substitute for the degree requirement.  
Completion of some coursework towards CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) from World at Work. 

Grade

G14

Salary Range

$75,200.00 - $128,800.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.