UHR Classification and Compensation Specialist

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Three (3) years of professional human resources experience in the areas of classification, compensation, or talent acquisition.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of relevant regulatory, compliance, and employment laws.

Knowledge of human resources policies, procedures and best practices.

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications.

Ability to communicate effectively written and verbally.

Ability to work effectively with leaders and practitioners at all levels.

Ability to analyze data and provide insight and recommendations to stakeholders.

Ability to facilitate problem solving and approach client issues from a solution-oriented stance.

Ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt quickly to shifting priorities, and work effectively under pressure.

Ability to assess and prioritize risks and issues and evaluate competing needs, while maintaining confidentiality.

Ability to work independently and with teams.

SHRM-CP, HRCI-PHR, CCP, or other relevant certification.

Experience in a large, complex, and decentralized organization.

Experience with Workday HCM classification and compensation modules.

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.  Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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