University of North Carolina Wilmington
Temporary Faculty Compensation Consultant
University of North Carolina Wilmington, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28412
Posting Details
Working Title:
Temporary Faculty Compensation Consultant
Job Category:
Administrative & Managerial
Position Type:
SHRA Temporary (Nonexempt)
Vacancy Number:
TSP5577PST
Department:
Human Resources – 35700
External Link to Posting:
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/37708
Anticipated Salary Range:
$22.00 – $27.00 per hour
Work Hours:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday‑Friday
Hours Per Week:
40
University Information The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world‑class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.
UNICW is a public institution with nearly 18,000 students offering a full range of baccalaureate and graduate‑level programs, doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology, and many distance‑learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN‑to‑BSN program, an Executive MBA program for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” (R2) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Job Summary The Faculty Compensation Consultant is a vital member of the HR team, serving as a collaborative business partner with campus clients and implementing best practices that are compliant and attentive to business needs and market competitiveness. The consultant partners at various levels across the university, the UNC System Office, and the Office of State Human Resources. The role provides comprehensive guidance regarding regulations, policies, processes, and initiatives to ensure alignment with UNCW compensation programs, UNC System compensation policies, and state/federal guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Faculty salary administration and consultation
Compensation analysis and reporting
System administration and data integrity
The consultant works independently, using sound judgment, diplomacy, and tact while advising and consulting with the deans’ offices, chairs, directors, and faculty. The position operates in a customer‑centric, fast‑paced environment that requires a sense of urgency in completing day‑to‑day compensation activities while focusing on high performance, collaboration, and innovative solutions. The consultant serves as an internal change agent and is adept at collaborating with various constituents to ensure processes, procedures, structures, training, and other elements are implemented in ways that deliver the expected results. The consultant is expected to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate professional judgment when interacting with colleagues throughout the university and the UNC system.
Depending on departmental needs, this temporary position may be requested to provide administrative support to any unit within Human Resources.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Graduation from a four‑year college or university and two years of progressively responsible experience analyzing, interpreting, applying, communicating, and promoting HR best practices in the context of organizational goals and objectives; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Business Analytics, or other closely related field.
2+ years of related classification and compensation experience (position classifications, position studies, organizational design, job design, client‑facing consultation, statistical analyses, survey participation and analysis, reporting, annual increase process, project team, etc.).
Classification and compensation experience at an institution of higher education.
Experience and training within the UNC System and/or NC Office of State Human Resources classification or salary administration policies and procedures.
Compensation data analytics experience.
Presentation and training experience.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, Outlook).
Project management experience to lead the implementation of small to moderate scope projects.
Data management skills including tracking, reporting, auditing.
Experience with position management software (e.g., PeopleAdmin, PeopleSoft).
Experience training groups and individuals both virtually and in person.
Certifications in Compensation and/or Human Resources – CCA, CCP, SCP/S‑SCP, PHR/SPHR/SHRM.
Required Certifications or Licensure None specified.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The UNCW Office of Human Resources and Equal Opportunity within the Chancellor’s Division is the central office responsible for HR operations and Title IX/Clery compliance. It is organized into seven core units: Academic HR, Benefits, Classification & Compensation, Employee Relations & Engagement, HR Systems & Salary Administration, Talent Acquisition, and Title IX and Clery Compliance. The Classification and Compensation unit is dedicated to ensuring that job roles are clearly defined and employees are fairly compensated. Key responsibilities include developing and managing job classification systems, determining competitive pay structures, conducting market research, providing expert consultation and training, and creating transparent compensation policies.
Additional Employment Details
Work Days: Monday‑Friday
Hours Per Week: 40
Type of Position: Temporary, Nonexempt
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent
Special Instructions to Applicants PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59 PM (Eastern Time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the “Work History” section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
EEO Statement UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, sex (including gender identity, marital status, gender expression, pregnancy, or childbirth), age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Posting Dates Job Posting Date: 10/21/2025
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Temporary Faculty Compensation Consultant
Job Category:
Administrative & Managerial
Position Type:
SHRA Temporary (Nonexempt)
Vacancy Number:
TSP5577PST
Department:
Human Resources – 35700
External Link to Posting:
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/37708
Anticipated Salary Range:
$22.00 – $27.00 per hour
Work Hours:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday‑Friday
Hours Per Week:
40
University Information The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world‑class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.
UNICW is a public institution with nearly 18,000 students offering a full range of baccalaureate and graduate‑level programs, doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology, and many distance‑learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN‑to‑BSN program, an Executive MBA program for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” (R2) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Job Summary The Faculty Compensation Consultant is a vital member of the HR team, serving as a collaborative business partner with campus clients and implementing best practices that are compliant and attentive to business needs and market competitiveness. The consultant partners at various levels across the university, the UNC System Office, and the Office of State Human Resources. The role provides comprehensive guidance regarding regulations, policies, processes, and initiatives to ensure alignment with UNCW compensation programs, UNC System compensation policies, and state/federal guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Faculty salary administration and consultation
Compensation analysis and reporting
System administration and data integrity
The consultant works independently, using sound judgment, diplomacy, and tact while advising and consulting with the deans’ offices, chairs, directors, and faculty. The position operates in a customer‑centric, fast‑paced environment that requires a sense of urgency in completing day‑to‑day compensation activities while focusing on high performance, collaboration, and innovative solutions. The consultant serves as an internal change agent and is adept at collaborating with various constituents to ensure processes, procedures, structures, training, and other elements are implemented in ways that deliver the expected results. The consultant is expected to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate professional judgment when interacting with colleagues throughout the university and the UNC system.
Depending on departmental needs, this temporary position may be requested to provide administrative support to any unit within Human Resources.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Graduation from a four‑year college or university and two years of progressively responsible experience analyzing, interpreting, applying, communicating, and promoting HR best practices in the context of organizational goals and objectives; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Business Analytics, or other closely related field.
2+ years of related classification and compensation experience (position classifications, position studies, organizational design, job design, client‑facing consultation, statistical analyses, survey participation and analysis, reporting, annual increase process, project team, etc.).
Classification and compensation experience at an institution of higher education.
Experience and training within the UNC System and/or NC Office of State Human Resources classification or salary administration policies and procedures.
Compensation data analytics experience.
Presentation and training experience.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, Outlook).
Project management experience to lead the implementation of small to moderate scope projects.
Data management skills including tracking, reporting, auditing.
Experience with position management software (e.g., PeopleAdmin, PeopleSoft).
Experience training groups and individuals both virtually and in person.
Certifications in Compensation and/or Human Resources – CCA, CCP, SCP/S‑SCP, PHR/SPHR/SHRM.
Required Certifications or Licensure None specified.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The UNCW Office of Human Resources and Equal Opportunity within the Chancellor’s Division is the central office responsible for HR operations and Title IX/Clery compliance. It is organized into seven core units: Academic HR, Benefits, Classification & Compensation, Employee Relations & Engagement, HR Systems & Salary Administration, Talent Acquisition, and Title IX and Clery Compliance. The Classification and Compensation unit is dedicated to ensuring that job roles are clearly defined and employees are fairly compensated. Key responsibilities include developing and managing job classification systems, determining competitive pay structures, conducting market research, providing expert consultation and training, and creating transparent compensation policies.
Additional Employment Details
Work Days: Monday‑Friday
Hours Per Week: 40
Type of Position: Temporary, Nonexempt
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent
Special Instructions to Applicants PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59 PM (Eastern Time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the “Work History” section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
EEO Statement UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, sex (including gender identity, marital status, gender expression, pregnancy, or childbirth), age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Posting Dates Job Posting Date: 10/21/2025
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