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Human Resources Compensation & Benefits Specialist

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Position Number: 7175010
Location: Athens, AL
Position Type: Human Resources

Human Resources Compensation & Benefits Specialist Closing Date:

Job Duties:

JOB SUMMARY:

This position reports directly to the CHRO/Assistant VP - HR and is responsible for assisting with the development and maintenance of a market-based compensation system (CUPA) and administering the employee benefits plans. This role will play an integral role in the administration of university pay policies, performance management, and benefits plans. Primary job duties will include providing technical and analytical support in the area of classification and compensation, including analyzing and evaluating jobs to determine the market rate assignment, reviewing employee wage rates, and providing wage recommendations based on an established set of parameters. Other duties include submission of salary data for salary surveys, conducting compensation market analyses, routine reporting, and ensuring maintenance of compensation analysis systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Prepare and maintain job descriptions for each position at the University; ensure descriptions accurately reflect the work being performed by incumbents
Assess jobs and their respective duties to determine classification as exempt or non-exempt and appropriate salary range based on relative CUPA data
Benchmark jobs against CUPA data and other market data to determine competitive ranges for each position
Assist in designing compensation programs (base salary programs, incentive compensation programs, performance management, job evaluations) that respond to legal requirements and University needs
Prepare and maintain job classifications and salary scales
Gather data from market-based compensation survey (CUPA); Help conduct market (CUPA) job & salary analyses; use spreadsheet and data analysis techniques to assess CUPA and market trends
Research compensation & benefits policies and plans
Update organizational charts
Collect information for and complete the Human Resources Annual Assessment Plan and Annual Assessment Report
Input appropriate data in Banner, E-Verify, and AL Dept. of Industrial Relations
Maintain historical records, develop regular and special reports, and monitor benefit-related expenditures. Oversee the administration and record keeping for benefit and compensation plans. Coordinate and prepare relevant documents and reports required by government agencies
Coordinate FMLA
Update and maintain the HR portal page
Gather and input HR data for Institutional Research
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing work scope and tasks based on need
Complete other related tasks as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Associates or Bachelors degree required
Minimum 3-5 years of Human Resources experience required
College/university setting will be considered a plus
Currently certified as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) preferred
Strong math skills
Demonstrated competence with the Windows operating system and commonly used application software (Microsoft Office WORD, Excel, etc.) required
Confidentiality, flexibility, creativity, and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously is required

REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, OR SPECIAL CREDENTIALS:

An HR certification is a plus

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Effective oral and communication skills
Knowledge of office procedures and the use of standard office equipment
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
Ability to multi-task
Willingness to work a flexible schedule to meet deadlines

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to remain in a stationary position such as sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods of time
Ability to spend time in low postures such as crouching, kneeling, or stooping for tasks such as filing
Ability to move about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another
Ability to adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds
Ability to communicate information and ideas frequently
Frequently performs tasks that require repeating motions of the wrists, hands and/or fingers such as operating a computer and other office productivity machinery
Occasionally operates a motor vehicle
Frequently tasked with using near vision for the use of the computer and reading small print

Salary Schedule:

Salary Band: P640
To view salary schedules, visit: https://www.athens.edu/about/offices/human-resources/salary-schedule-tables/

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Unofficial transcripts should be from the college or university which verifies qualifications for the position.

Note: Credential evaluations are needed for all transcripts obtained outside the U.S. before uploading and submitting an application. (Credential evaluators should provide course-by-course evaluations and transcribed in English.)

Upon an offer of employment, official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be submitted. Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://jobs.athens.edu/postings/search

About Athens State University
Located in historic Athens, Alabama, Athens State University offers junior and senior-level coursework to community college graduates and transfer students holding sufficient credits from other institutions. Presently, over 3,100 students have selected Athens State because of its neighborly environment where 50 majors and degree programs are offered, with courses taught by a supportive and exceptional faculty. Approximately 80% of the students are enrolled in at least one online course. The typical student is a working adult who commutes. Recently, the University was featured in the 2015 Best Value Online College Rankings by OnlineU.org for four online programs including computer science, accounting, education and human resources. The University offers undergraduate degree programs in Liberal Arts, Teacher Preparation, and Business. The University employs more than 350 full and part-time employees with approximately 90 full-time faculty members in three colleges: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, and College of Education. Seventy-five percent of the full-time faculty members hold a terminal degree. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Athens, Alabama is located in north Alabama equidistant between Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL. Athens is home to several events and festivals that have been featured as the Southeast Tourism Societys "Top 20 Events in the Southeast" including the Athens Storytelling Festival and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention.

In accordance with Athens State University Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from that criminal background check.

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement Athens State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. Athens State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, religion, genetic information, or veteran status in employment, or admissions to or participation in educational programs and activities. Inquiries or concerns may be addressed to the Office of the Vice President of Enrollment and Student Support Services, 300 N. Beaty St., Athens, AL 35611, 256- 233-8175.