Texas A&M University
HRClassification&CompensationManager
“HR Classification & Compensation Manager at Texas A&M University. Skills: Classification and Compensation management, Compensation strategy development, Policy development and revision, FLSA interpretation and application. Oversees activities of the Classification and Compensation unit. Supervises specialists, approves compensation requests”
Industry & Context.
Proven skill in analyzing and synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data to develop sound compensation recommendations, assess equity and competitiveness, and support informed decision-making by leadership; Troubleshoots complex Workday issues
This position is security-sensitive., Requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/Texas A&M University regulations and procedures., All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements., Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, 7 years of experience in Human Resources with some supervisory experience, May allow for equivalent combination of education and experience
Nice to Have
Master's degree in Human Resources, Compensation & Benefits, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Business Administration or equivalent, Experience leading or directly managing a classification and compensation function, compensation program, or job architecture initiative, Experience in higher education, public sector, or centralized organizations with complex compensation frameworks, Experience conducting job evaluations, market pricing, salary structure design, and internal equity analyses, Experience managing or redesigning career ladders, job families, or job architecture systems, Experience leading or supporting HRIS implementation, optimization, or redesign projects, Experience providing compensation consultation to executive leadership or governing bodies, Participation in or leadership of enterprise‑wide HR or compensation strategy initiatives
What You'll Do.
Oversees activities of the Classification and Compensation unit
Supervises specialists
approves compensation requests
Handles complex compensation matters
Manages the Classification and Compensation office
Provides professional development opportunities to staff
Communicates performance expectations
provides coaching/feedback
assesses employee performance
Conducts individual and group staff meetings
Ensures compensation philosophy is implemented
Monitors the Workday queue and assigns actions
Oversees job audits projects
Reviews the HR Comp ticketing system and assigns tickets
Assigns projects to specialists
Maintains project tracking spreadsheet
Manages compensation-related projects
Answers questions in the absence of the Director
Serves on special committees
Leads discovery for special project requests
Provides classification and compensation consultation to leadership
Reviews Pay Plan requests and career ladder inquiries
Submits requests to the Pay Plan Administrator
Troubleshoots complex Workday issues
Submits Workday enhancement requests
Provides recommendations for salary increases
Oversees review of Supplemental Compensation Requests
Creates communication pieces for the Classification and Compensation website
and explains policies and procedures related to compensation
Develops and revises Classification and Compensation policies and procedures
Reviews and interprets University rules and Standard Administrative Procedures (SAPs) regarding compensation matters
Provides recommendations for revisions when requested
Interprets and applies Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) criteria to compensation actions
Oversees analysis on matters concerning the FLSA
Performs other duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works closely with COE’s on various employment situations; Collaborates with leadership, centers of expertise, and cross-functional stakeholders
Communication Scope
Effective written and verbal communication skills; Ability to clearly explain complex compensation concepts, policies, and decisions to leadership, HR partners, and employees at all levels of the organization; Ability to prepare professional reports, presentations, and guidance materials
Process & Methodology
Assign and prioritize multiple, competing deadlines, Manage multiple, competing deadlines
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