(Hybrid) Compensation Specialist - Talent and Culture

The Division of Talent and Culture at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Compensation Specialist.

About the Opportunity

The Compensation Specialist provides professional assistance and consultation services in administering and maintaining pay policies and programs for classified, non-classified and administrative employees. This position will evaluate and classify positions; assist in the evaluation of organizational needs and market trends; and assist in the development of new or enhanced job families and/or compensation programs as needed.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, finance, business, or related degree.
• A minimum of two (2) years experience in the following:
  
  
  
  • Progressively responsible, analytical, statistical or research experience in business environment or equivalent combination of education and experience
  
  
  
  
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
  
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of theories, principles and procedures relating to position classification and job analysis.
  
• Knowledge of the provisions of federal and state laws affecting compensation (e.g., FLSA, Affirmative Action, Equal Pay Act).
  
• Ability to learn and apply classification principles effectively and in exercise sound judgment in recommendations for classification of a wide variety of positions.
  
• Ability to compose clear and complete reports of compensation findings and recommendations.
  
• Knowledge of the principles of compensation plan development and administration.
  
• Knowledge in basic statistics (e.g. percentage, means, median, etc.) and using Excel spreadsheet functionality.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
  
• Ability to draft and edit effective written materials.
  
• Ability to use independent judgment in the conduct of studies and in resolving issues and concerns of clients
  
• Skill in organizing resources and in establishing priorities.
  
• Ability to provide positive customer service.
  
• Ability to clearly articulate content and present to clients and leadership.
  
• Considerable knowledge of and skill of software packages commonly used in the human resources field, including Microsoft Office. Proven knowledge of and skill in the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access are also required.
  
• Initiative and motivation to request, accept, and complete tasks in a timely manner.
  
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully, effectively and cooperatively as a member of a team of diverse skill levels and expertise from multiple areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's in business administration, human resources, or a directly related field.
  
• Compensation experience

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and engaging working environment and actively seek candidates who bring diverse ideas, approaches and experiences.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. We value diversity among our faculty, staff and students and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.