Classification and Compensation Consultant

The Classification and Compensation Consultant provides professional consultation in job analysis/evaluation for staff (SHRA & EHRA Non-Faculty) positions; classification and compensation services to administrators, hiring managers, and other campus customers. This position will conduct organizational design consultation and position review/analysis associated with the establishment and the modification of new and existing positions, and all corresponding salary administration consistent with federal and state laws, the UNC System, and University guidelines and policies. This position also serves as a strategic business partner with campus clients through the application of best practices that are consistent with UNCG’s compensation philosophy to maintain compliance and balance business needs with market competitiveness. The consultant partners at various levels across the university, as well as the UNC System Office, Office of State Human Resources, and other agencies and universities. This position provides comprehensive guidance regarding compliance, regulation, policy, processes, and initiatives to ensure alignment with UNCG compensation programs and State/ Federal guidelines.

The Classification and Compensation Consultant provides consultation in all occupational areas and diverse academic and business entities on the university campus. The responsibilities of this position also entail evaluation and endorsement of salary offers and adjustments resulting from the employment and classification activity. This involves determining the best compensation strategies for selected candidates and current employees while ensuring compliance with university, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OFCCP, EEOC, ADA, Office of State Human Resources, and UNC General Administration) as well as best practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of progressively responsible professional human resources management experience related to classification and compensation; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong analytical skills, combined with effective verbal and written communication skills, are essential.
• Demonstrated consultative and negotiation skills are also essential.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, specifically Word and Excel, is essential.
• Knowledge of classification systems, including position benchmarking and classification analysis, is desired.
• Compensation administration experience preferred.
• Applicants with current or prior experience, or knowledge of, the State of North Carolina or a similar public employment classification and compensation system will be given preference.
• Experience with HR information systems, such as PeopleAdmin, Banner HR, (or other comparable HRIS systems, is strongly preferred.
• Experience in the design or delivery of employee training sessions is also preferred. SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or CCP desired.