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Job No: 558353; 05/19/2026
CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION MANAGER
California State University, Los Angeles, invites applications for the above Administrator II position.

The University: California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 22 campuses within the California State University system.  The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. We offer nationally recognized programs, and our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, and service.
As a federally recognized Hispanic-serving (HSI) and Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-serving institution (AANAPISI), Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff can thrive.

The Position: Under the general direction of the Senior Associate VP & CHRO, the Classification and Compensation Manager is responsible for the leadership and oversight of the compensation, classification, document administration, and records, and other pay programs such as MPP/C99 Merit. Provides solutions to a wide range of difficult compensation and HR related issues. Manages the day-to-day operations of the Compensation Services team including hiring, coaching, training, and on-going feedback from compensation staff. Ensuring all actions adhere to campus and CSU guidelines and policies, state and federal regulations as well as collective bargaining agreements. The incumbent serves as the campus subject-matter expert on classification and compensation, providing consultation and guidance to campus leadership on complex organizational, compensation, and workforce-planning matters. Serves as the campus content expert by providing guidance and assistance to campus partners. Identifies issues and formulates solutions across organizational boundaries to ensure compliance. Participates in system-wide committees and work groups. Develop internal guidelines and procedures. Participates in and contributes to the development of project improvement initiatives within the division of Human Resources. Serves on and chairs campus committees, as needed. The position directly supervises one Confidential (C99) Classification and Compensation Analyst.

Required Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience will be considered in areas of compensation administration and with five to eight years of professional human resources experience which provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Must be proficient in the use of Excel spreadsheets. Must be proficient in written and oral communications. Must have proven experience in teaching small groups as well as one on one effective communications skills. Experience in significant and continuous use of positive customer service. Must have proven experience in the areas of compensation administration including use of classification systems, conducting surveys and good mathematical skills. Incumbent must demonstrate an interest or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position.
California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Desired Qualifications: Master's degree in human resources from an accredited college or university or business operations field is desirable. Demonstrated knowledge of CMS/PeopleSoft experience preferred. Experience working in higher education. Experience working in the California State University system. Familiar with various CBAs and Management personnel Plan in the CSU System. Familiar with Cal State LA Compensation processes. Experience leading and delivering training for management-level personnel.

Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salary range is $ 5,053 - $ 16,221/monthly. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Appointment: The Administrator II appointment will be made under the guidelines for management and supervisory employees of the California State University.  All rights and benefits associated with this appointment are governed by the Management Personnel Plan.
This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on June 2, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A completed online Cal State LA employment application is required. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.
Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply.  Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.
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