Compensation Analyst

## Compensation AnalystUsing compensation policies and procedures, provides guidance to representatives across the university on appropriate job leveling, FLSA classifications, and pay bands classifications for new position creation and existing position modification for staff positions. Works with existing workflows to review position descriptions for appropriate language, titling, and minimum qualifications in preparation for job postings and reclassifications. Aids HR representatives across all schools in the creation/drafting of job descriptions based off of unit requirements as needed. Works in partnership with the Compensation team on position reviews, including individual position assessments and/or full department/unit reviews. Assess job classification, equity analysis, market analysis, and organizational analysis. Provides consultation and workforce planning support to units for reorganization requests.* Bachelor's degree or equivalent.* 2 - 4 years of relevant experience.* 2 - 4 years of experience in compensation analysis, design, and administration.* Hands-on experience with market pricing, salary surveys, and benchmarking compensation data.* Experience in data analysis, reporting, and presenting compensation-related insights.* Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday).* Proficiency in Excel, including using pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data modeling for compensation analysis.* Proficiency in analyzing large datasets to inform compensation decisions and identify trends.* Familiarity with compensation-related regulations, such as FLSA, pay equity laws, and wage and hour compliance.* Proven ability to partner with HR teams, leadership, and external vendors to support compensation programs.* Experience managing or contributing to projects, such as annual merit reviews, pay structure design, or policy updates.* Bachelor's degree.* 4 - 6 years of relevant experience.* Experience in higher education is strongly preferred.* Experience working with colleagues at all levels with a customer-focused mindset.* Experience with high volume compensation action/position management reviews.* Certification in Compensation preferred (e.g., CCP or equivalent).* Experience with Workday and Marketpay.* Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.* Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.* Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.* American University is an

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