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Compensation Coordinator

Staff

Regular (PIN)

Exempt

$60,700 - $76,000

04/26/2024

Yes

The Compensation Coordinator supports the Assistant Director ofHuman Resources in the management of the University’s Compensationplans. The Compensation Coordinator performs staff supportactivities to develop, implement, and administer compensationpolicies and programs. Formulates recommendations regardingdevelopment and updating of salary structures, FLSA exemptions, jobrevisions, organizational structures, etc. May conduct desk audits,reclassifications and salary adjustments. Participate in and/orassist in conducting salary surveys and perform market competitiveanalyses to determine pay trends and practices to supportdevelopment of the annual salary program and advise on individualemployee pay decisions.

• Performs position classification studies, including analysis ofwritten documentation; conducting online and on-site interviewswith incumbents, supervisors, and/or managers as needed to clarifyand verify data pertaining to classification studies; and reviewingorganizational structures to determine appropriate class and salarylevels according to USM compensation guidelines and policy;
• Apply job evaluation techniques to determine the appropriateUSM job classification and exemption status to human resourceassociates and/or hiring managers;
• Benchmarks jobs against survey data and other marketinformation to determine competitive compensation ranges forpositions as necessary;
• Participate in USM Compensation Committee;
• Provides data and cost analyses for the Labor Relations unitfor use in employee negotiations and collective bargainingagreements;
• Train, educate and guide human resource managers and linemanagers to administer the university’s compensation program on aconsistent, equitable, and legally compliant basis university-wide,including reviewing exception requests and annual salaryplans;
• Manages projects such as survey participation and analysis andcompensation integration;
• Reviews and analyzes proposed starting salaries and makesapproval recommendations to hiring managers and or HR Staff;
• Assist in the administration of the compensation program whichincludes:
  • Classifying non-exempt and exempt positions for theUniversity
  • Conducting salary surveys;
  • Overseeing annual merit pay and COLA increases
  • Participating in USM System-wide pay plan development andimplementation
  • Stays abreast of current compensation and best practices inindustry and local governments and make recommendations asappropriate;
  • Reviews and become well-versed in the Exempt Pay Plan andconduct internal and external studies to keep exempt staff atcomparable salaries;
  • May be assigned Special Projects:
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related fieldrequired.

• Minimum of two (2) years’ of progressively responsible andrelated experience in human resources management with specificexpertise in the area of compensation.
• Prior experience in a college/university setting isdesirable.
• Experience working within the University System of Marylandand/or for the State of Maryland is highly preferred.
• Experience with PeopleSoft and certification in compensationpreferred.

Knowledge of basic statistical principles and methods; skill in jobanalysis and job evaluation techniques; problem; performing jobclassification and evaluation and/or related human resourcesfunctions – Interpreting, explaining, and enforcing policies,procedures and laws – Conducting compensation and benefits surveysand analyzing related data – Communicating clearly and concisely,both orally and in writing – Establishing and maintaining effectiveworking relationships – Applying mathematical principles in dailywork, including leveraging advanced functionality of MicrosoftExcel and other applications to do so – - Utilizing a wide range ofcomputer applications to perform assigned duties, includingMicrosoft office suite and human resources management systems-Solving and analytical skills; ability to use a consultativeapproach to resolving compensation-related issues; ability tocommunicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Excellentpresentation and interpersonal skills. Ability to effectivelymanage multiple priorities simultaneously. Ability to work withindeadlines with a high attention to detail.

Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of duediligence background check and verification of credentials. Proofof US citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment will be required prior to employment (Immigration Control Act of1986).

Please be advised, COVID -19 vaccinations are not required butencouraged for all eligible students, faculty, and staff to beemployed at Bowie State University. This protocol is subject tochange.

Bowie State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative actionemployer.

Non Union Position

BSU offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package, whichincludes 22 vacation days, 13 holidays, 15 sick days; comprehensivemedical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending accountplan, and retirement options; and tuition remission for employeesand their dependents at any of the University System of Marylandschools, winter and spring breaks.