Compensation Analyst

UMass Amherst•Amherst, NY

25d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Compensation Analyst works as part of a team to administer UMass Amherst’s compensation programs including job design, classification, market pricing, pay analysis and policy application, ensuring alignment with applicable laws and collective bargaining agreements. Consults with campus partners and HR Business Partners on compensation-related matters and supports projects and initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of compensation or related analytical experience.
Knowledge of principles, theories and concepts for administering compensation programs, including working knowledge of compensation procedures, best practices, and applicable laws and regulations (Fair Labor Standards Act, Massachusetts Equal Pay Act, etc.).
Highly analytical with the ability to conduct job audits and perform detailed data analyses.
Strong technical aptitude and attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with others at various levels of the organization.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate difficult conversations effectively.
High level of discretion, tact, and professionalism; capable of maintaining confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Professional certification (CCP, SHRM-CP, etc.).
Experience in a unionized environment, preferably in higher education or the public sector.
Familiarity with Massachusetts public sector compensation practices.

Responsibilities

Performs job analysis and classification for a wide variety of jobs across job families and bargaining units, applying established guidelines and utilizing internal and external equity factors.
Provides guidance to campus partners on compensation policies and practices, supporting understanding of the University’s classification systems and applicable federal and state requirements.
Collaborates with HR Business Partners to support resolution of compensation-related matters for assigned client groups.
Analyzes requests for departmental equity reviews, pay changes, and salary offers, including research and preparation of appropriate internal and external salary data.
Identifies potential impact of compensation decisions and escalates complex considerations as appropriate.
Coordinates the classification appeal process for non-exempt employees, ensuring adherence to collective bargaining agreements and applicable state guidelines.
Conducts desk audit interviews, documents findings and issues recommendations regarding appropriate job classifications.
Communicates classification processes and outcomes to employees and supervisors and participates in appeal hearings as needed.
Supports the administration and continuous improvement of pay programs by identifying process enhancements and efficiencies.
Maintains data integrity by entering and auditing position and job-related information within HR systems.
Assists with compensation projects, contributing to activities from conceptualization to implementation.
Designs and delivers compensation training and materials to campus partners.
Assists in communicating regulatory updates.
Assists in the administration of performance evaluation and annual increase processes.
Conducts data preparation and provides implementation support.
Prepares regular and ad hoc compensation reports as needed or requested.
Participates in annual salary surveys, ensuring accuracy and completeness of job matches and data submission.
Performs other duties as assigned.