Senior Compensation Analyst
Listed on 2026-08-22
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HR/Recruitment
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IT/Tech
Data Analyst
Job Title:
Senior Compensation Analyst
Location:
USO-TW Building ATL
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Job
About Us
The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 25 higher education institutions as well as the University System Office (USO). Within the USO, our administrative operations are primarily housed in the Trinity Washington Building located in downtown Atlanta. Our Information Technology Services (ITS) division is located in Athens. The University System of Georgia Shared Services Center (SSC) is located in Sandersville.
The Georgia Public Library System is located in Atlanta. The Georgia Archives is located in Morrow. The State of Georgia Records Center is located in Austell.
The Senior Compensation Analyst provides analytical and operational support for systemwide job architecture, classification, and compensation activities across the University System of Georgia (USG). Based at the USG System Office, this role supports standardized compensation processes by assisting with job analysis, data collection, market research, and compensation reporting in support of consistent, data-driven practices across all USG institutions. This position is located in downtown Atlanta and is fully on-site.
Expected hiring range for this role is $70,000 to $88,000, commensurate with directly related experience, education, and certifications.
- Support systemwide job analysis and classification activities by reviewing job documentation and ensuring alignment with established standards.
- Collect, validate, and organize compensation and job data to support salary studies, market reviews, and reclassification efforts.
- Research and compile external labor market and salary survey data to support compensation benchmarking and analysis.
- Maintain accurate job architecture documentation, classification records, job description libraries, and compensation-related data files to support systemwide consistency.
- Prepare compensation reports for internal review and reporting.
- Support the use, maintenance, and reporting of data in compensation tools and HR systems (e.g., People Soft, Workday).
- Respond to compensation-related inquiries by providing guidance on established processes and documentation requirements.
Bachelor's degree
Five (5) or more years of experience
Preferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
Five (5) or more years of experience in Human Resources, Compensation, and/or HR data analytics, at least three of which must have been in compensation. Experience in a public sector or higher education setting.
Experience with compensation tools such Payscale and/or Salary.com Familiarity with a variety of salary surveys (e.g., CUPA-HR, Mercer, WTW, Culpepper).Experience using enterprise level ERP/HRIS systems such as Workday.
Completion or significant progress toward completion of Worldat Work CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) certification.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work with structured data and standardized processes.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Analytical
Skills:
Ability to collect, review, and analyze data accurately and consistently. - Technical Proficiency:
Working knowledge of Excel and experience with ERP / HRIS systems and compensation management tools. - Compensation Fundamentals:
Understanding of compensation principles, job documentation, and market data concepts. - Process Adherence:
Ability to follow standardized methodologies, guidelines, and documentation requirements. - Communication &
Collaboration:
Clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with internal partners. - Organization & Time Management:
Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain data accuracy.
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.
More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https:///C2653
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