Compensation Specialist II

Job Title

Compensation Specialist II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Human Resources

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment   

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

 Who we are

Texas A&M University’s Division of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness (HROE) provides HR services in support of the vision and mission of Texas A&M University’s eighteen colleges and departments and one branch campus in Qatar.  HROE is made up of five departments covering Organizational Consulting & Resolution Management (OCRM), Professional Development, Strategic Planning, Talent Management and Total Rewards. Classification and Compensation (a part of Total Rewards) provides administration of non-faculty staff titles and corresponding pay rates and serves as the point of contact for departments regarding these matters.   

What we want

The Compensation Specialist II will be responsible for assisting in the creation and maintenance of the TAMU compensation program.  Following prescribed compensation strategies, the Compensation Specialist II will provide recommendations on various compensation projects to include market reviews, adjustments, compression issues, etc. Additionally, this position will review and provide recommendations on requests for temporary salary increases and out of cycle pay increases (merit, hiring salary adjustment, job related skill enhancement pay increase, market, and/or counteroffer). Participates on strategic HR related projects as a subject matter expert for compensation and related issues.

What you need to know

Annual Salary: $59,240

A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college. May allow for equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of Human Resources experience to include Classification and Compensation tasks.

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of database, spreadsheet and word processing programs.
• Knowledge of various compensation strategies to include benchmarking, market pricing, and compensation budget modeling.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to deal with sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Administration, including coursework in compensation administration.
• More than two years of experience in compensation administration.
• Higher education HR experience.
• Experience in applying and interpreting FLSA regulations.
• Workday experience.

Responsibilities

Oversight of TAMU Compensation Programs

• Researches and develops career paths and determines the appropriate starting rate based off the market.
• Serves as the main point of contact for market study requests.
• Provides departments with cost projections relating to market or reviews.
• Reviews and interprets University rules and Standard Administrative Procedures (SAPs) regarding compensation matters.
• Provides recommendations for revisions to SAPs, policies, and procedures regarding compensation matters.
• Interprets and applies Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) criteria to compensation tasks and projects.
• Responds to inquiries and issues from department HR Contacts and division/executive office contacts regarding compensation.
• Researches and maintains the Texas A&M University compensation philosophy.
• Participates on strategic HR related projects as a subject matter expert for compensation and related issues.
• Monitors inquiries in the ticketing system.
• Reviews and responds to compensation and market related inquiries.
• May serve on committees and/or working groups. May teach compensation workshops, as assigned.

Supports Supplemental Compensation Programs (Faculty and Staff)

• Analyzes salary data for issues and makes recommendations for corrections as necessary.
• Reviews and provides recommendations to the Manager for approval of requests for temporary salary increases and out of cycle pay increases (merit, hiring salary adjustment, job related skill enhancement pay increase, market, and/or counteroffer).
• Reviews Supplemental Compensation Request Forms and determines the appropriate payment route.
• Review and process faculty allowances and one-time payments accurately and efficiently.
• Answers complex questions or provides policy interpretation for individuals seeking information regarding supplemental compensation.

Additional HROE – COE (Class and Comp) Responsibilities

• Serves as a mentor and trainer for other Compensation Specialist employees relating to compensation matters.
• Assists with special projects as needed.

Other Duties

• Greets customers professionally, courteously and assists them with inquires.
• Performs additional work duties as assigned.
• Maintains confidentiality of all and any employee information.
• Maintains knowledge of federal, state, and standard administrative procedures that govern compensation.
• Actively participates in team meetings and events.
• Works cooperatively with all HR team members, employees and managers.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.