Cal State University (CSU) San Francisco
1600 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94132, USA
Aug 25, 2023
Full Time
Description: Working Title Classification and Compensation Analyst SF State University San Francisco State is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager. Applicants may visit titleix.sfsu.edu for more information on SF State's policy prohibiting discrimination, and how to file an online report using the procedures under Executive Order 1096 Revised. Inquiries can be directed to the campus Title IX Coordinator and Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Administrator by calling (415) 338-2032 or emailing vpsaem@sfsu.edu. San Francisco State is a 100% Smoke/Vapor-Free Campus. Smoking or Vaping of any tobacco/plant-based substance is not permitted on any University properties. The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. Department Office of Human Resources Appointment Type Temporary - This position will end on or before June 30, 2023. This temporary appointment can be concluded prior to the stated temporary appointment end date, normally with a two-week notice period. Time Base Full-Time (1.0) Work Schedule Monday through Friday; from 8:00am to 5:00pm Anticipated Hiring Range $5,417.00 - $5,834.00 Per Month ($65,004.00 - $70,008.00 Annually) Salary is commensurate with experience. Position Summary The Compensation Analyst reports directly to the appropriate administrator overseeing the Classification and Compensation Unit in Human Resources. The Compensation Analyst is responsible for researching and determining the appropriate classifications for position descriptions and compensation studies; working with the department and/or college HR liaisons and administrators, assisting in developing position descriptions; researching and advising management on compensation issues/discrepancies. Assist in monitoring the campus' adherence to CSU and SFSU compensation policies and directives. Maintains processes for ensuring compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, university directives and collective bargaining agreements relating to Faculty & Staff recruitment, classification and compensation. Performs general clerical/administrative duties. Position Information Classification Processes requests for submission regarding In-Range Progressions (IRP), Reclassifications, Bonuses and Stipends within a specified timeline per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Reviews jobs for strategic management reorganizations and projects. Reviews positions to ensure appropriate classification. Based on position-specific information, determines if an existing description can be used for the classification. Reviews employees' request for classification review and makes recommendations. This includes reviewing job descriptions, conferring with managers and employees, evaluating jobs and preparing written reports on findings. Communicates with stakeholders regarding the result of compensation recommendations. Writes position descriptions and maintains a database of all position descriptions. Review position descriptions received from departments to ensure they are written accurately within the appropriate classification. Utilize job analysis techniques, internal and external equity analyses, market and salary surveys to determine the target hiring salaries for staff and management positions for SFSU. Conduct large-scale market studies in order to create cost-effective solutions and present proposals to department management. Review salary surveys and other market data to determine internal and external competitiveness. Researches situations as they arise related to aspects of compensation to provide clarity for resolution in consideration of CBA provisions, historical practices, similar situations, etc. Assists in the preparation of salary increases and adjustments. Assists with compensation studies for new MPP positions and recruitments. Analyze and address problems using reasoning and the interpretation and application of theories and principles to develop and recommend alternatives and the best courses of action. Conduct internal and external equity analysis and comparisons. Administration Processes MPP increases, bonuses, and temporary reassignments. Processes salary increases and adjustments transactions (via PeopleSoft). Focuses on process automation for compensation administrative tasks. Reviews and recommends changes to compensation policies and procedures. Transfer, scan and analyze data from Classification and Compensation requests into a database. Maintain a database of submissions to the Classification and Compensation Unit. Create accurate spreadsheets with large numbers of figures. Verify employee data by comparing requests to different databases (via PeopleSoft, SharePoint, Campus Roster, Salary Schedule, etc.) Create, file, maintain, and update compensation files/records. Work with HRIS to ensure updates regarding compensation-related HR data in the system of record. Retrieve data from the database or electronic files as requested. Perform regular backups to ensure data preservation. Retrieve query reports for requests received. Provide advice to management regarding pay decisions and compensation guideline interpretation. Recommend best practices and approaches in meeting department business needs. Educate the campus community on the University's compensation program. Assist with strategic management reorganizations. Serves as an expert resource to consult others in the departments and throughout the campus community, providing compensation guideline interpretation. Training Provide training on compensation guidelines and processes to administrative HR staff and the campus community. Create training material and conduct training sessions with business leaders to support our compensation philosophy through continuous education and communication. Educate the campus community on the University's compensation program. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs. General knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and/or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods. Working knowledge of general practices, programs, and/or administrative specialties. Basic knowledge of and ability to apply fundamental concepts. Working knowledge of budget policies and procedures. Knowledge of basic methods and procedures for research and statistical analysis and the ability to apply them. Ability to analyze data and make accurate projections using business mathematics and basic statistical techniques. Ability to organize and plan work and projects, including handling multiple priorities. Ability to compile, write, and present reports related to program or administrative specialty. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within and outside the workgroup and serve as a liaison for the organizational unit. Must be customer-service-focused and able to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees and managers in a team-based environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in human resources as a compensation SME in higher education. 2-3 experience in compensation consulting. PHR or SPHR Certification. HRIS data management and the ability to create a variety of reports. Experience with collective bargaining agreement interpretation and implementation. Pre-Employment Requirements This position requires the successful completion of a background check. Eligibility to Work Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire. Benefits Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee. Employment Requirement CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hr@campus.edu . Additional Information SF STATE IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS). Thank you for your interest in employment with California State University (CSU). CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. Because of this, CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California with very limited exception. While this position may be eligible for occasional telework, all work is expected to be performed in the state of California, and this position is assigned to on-campus operations. The Human Resources office is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (415) 338-1872. Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled