Classification Compensation Consultant - Human Resources

University of Wyoming
61000 - 73200
vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Wyoming, Laramie
Feb 08, 2025
Classification Compensation Consultant - Human Resources The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position. We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community. We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University's Mission, Vision, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today! Join Our Team as a Classification & Compensation Consultant! Are you passionate about ensuring fair, competitive, and strategic compensation practices? Do you thrive in a role where data-driven decisions shape an organization's ability to attract and retain top talent? If so, we invite you to apply for the Classification & Compensation Consultant position at the University of Wyoming. Why Work With Us? At the University of Wyoming we recognize that our people are our greatest asset. This role offers an opportunity to directly impact the university's ability to recruit, retain, and reward talented employees. As a Classification & Compensation Consultant, you will collaborate with departments across campus to develop compensation strategies that align with our mission and strategic goals. Your expertise will help shape a fair and equitable work environment while ensuring compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements. Outstanding Benefits Package We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, resulting in a total of 18.62% toward a retirement plan. Exceptional Health Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, with competitive employer contributions. Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays to support a healthy work-life balance. Tuition Waivers: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, promoting continuous education and professional growth. Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources. Key Responsibilities: Conduct in-depth job analyses and classification reviews to create and maintain accurate position descriptions, establish fair pay ranges, and assess FLSA exemption status. Provide strategic recommendations for compensation adjustments, organizational structures, and staffing models based on internal data and market trends. Lead and contribute to HR projects, offering expertise in compensation strategy and change management, while aligning with university-wide initiatives. Utilize advanced data analytics to assess salary structures, evaluate compensation trends, and support informed decision-making. Act as a trusted advisor to university leadership, providing guidance on classification and compensation best practices, policy compliance, and workforce planning. Leverage HRIS and compensation-related software to maintain data integrity, generate reports, and enhance compensation management strategies. Manage annual compensation cycles, including salary surveys and market evaluations, to ensure the university remains competitive and equitable in its pay practices. Develop and deliver training programs, resources, and tools to support departments in navigating compensation policies and best practices. SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Keep apprised of and maintain knowledge of national and state HR and compensation laws, regulations, market trends and best practices. Ensure regulatory and audit compliance regarding compensation programs and policies COMPETENCIES: Analysis/Problem Identification Collaboration Consistency Independence Judgment Service Orientation What We're Looking For: Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Experience: 4 years of experience in compensation analysis, job classification, or a related HR function. Preferred Qualifications: Professional certifications in HR or compensation (e.g., CCP, PHR, SPHR) are highly desirable. Experience using HRIS systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle HCM) for data analysis, reporting, and compensation management. Familiarity with compensation-related software and salary survey tools (e.g., CUPA-HR, PayScale, ERI). Proven ability to provide strategic compensation guidance to senior leadership and campus partners. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex compensation concepts for diverse audiences. Experience leading change management initiatives related to compensation strategy, organizational restructuring, or policy implementation. Why You'll Love Working Here: Impactful Work: Shape the university's compensation strategy and help build an equitable workplace. Collaborative Environment: Partner with HR professionals, campus leaders, and key stakeholders to drive meaningful change. Professional Growth: Engage in continuous learning and development opportunities in a dynamic higher education setting. University Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, work-life balance, and the opportunity to be part of a mission-driven institution. Work Location: This position provides vital support to campus stakeholders and requires the successful candidate to be available to work on campus. Apply Today! If you are ready to make a difference in higher education and bring expertise to our classification and compensation strategies, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping a workplace where employees feel valued, compensated fairly, and motivated to excel! REQUIRED MATERIALS: Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references. This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 2/26/2025 will receive full consideration. HIRING STATEMENT: UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu ABOUT LARAMIE: The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university. Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/ Job Identification: 243759 Apply Before: Job Schedule: Full Time Locations: 16 & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US Posted Salary Range: 61000 - 73200 Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40 Travel: No To apply, visit https://eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/243759/?lastSelectedFacet=TITLES&selectedTitlesFacet=Part-Time+Worker%253BFaculty%252FAcademic%253BClassified+Staff%253BAdministrative%252FExecutive Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. 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