Compensation AnalystApply (https://usc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/ExternalUSCCareers/job/Los-Angeles-CA---University-Park-Campus/Compensation-Analyst\_REQ20159474/apply) Human Resources Los Angeles, California USC's Human Resources Compensationdepartment is seeking an experiencedCompensation Analystto join their team. The Compensation Analyst will be responsible for assisting management in the administration and implementation of staff compensation program(s) and initiatives. Job Accountabilities: + Assists in the administration and implementation of staff compensation programs and initiatives. + Leverages analytics tools and techniques (e.g., Excel, Tableau, etc.) to improve efficiency, support conversations with client groups, assess the competitiveness of compensation ranges. and guide decision-making processes. + Advises HR partners on various compensation matters (e.g., selection of appropriate job classification, reclassifications and internal promotions, and internal/external benchmarking. + Reviews and approves requests for new positions, completes thorough job evaluations, and makes recommendations to guide successful outcomes. + Conducts job evaluations related to school/department reclassifications, internal promotions, and reorganization requests. Utilizes various sources (e.g., position questionnaires, job descriptions, HR partners) to determine most appropriate job classification. + Reviews proposed compensation change requests to ensure appropriateness, internal consistency and external competitiveness. Applies job evaluation techniques to determine equitable compensation rates within the university. + Reviews submitted documentation for job and/or compensation change requests and determines appropriate next steps based on internal guidelines, and ensuring wage/salary compliance. + Assists with completion and submittal of compensation market surveys, and maintenance of job and compensation data in internal systems. + Ensures appropriate use of job descriptions for posting of new positions, and accuracy and completeness of information. + Assists in the maintenance of job and compensation data in internal systems + Participates in submitting data to external market surveys. Gathers requested information, determines appropriate matches and submits information and survey responses, as assigned. Preferred Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree. + 4 years' compensation experience as an analyst in a corporate or university environment. + Working knowledge of compensation best practices, principles, methodologies, theories and wage and hour regulations. + Skill in analyzing and evaluating job content and writing accurate and comprehensive job descriptions. In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment toUSC’s Unifying Core Values: integrity, excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, well-being, open communication and accountability. The annual base salary range for this position is $88,436.27.00 - $105,000.00 . When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. The University of Southern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree; Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 2 years Minimum Skills: Experience as an analyst in compensation, human resources, finance, or a related field. Ability to identify and solve problems creatively. Knowledge of mathematics and statistical analysis and presentation of data. Demonstrated interpersonal skills, able to interface and communicate with all levels of employees. Ability to multi-task and set priorities in a fastpaced environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated attention to detail. REQ20159474 Posted Date: 02/11/2025