Human Resources Consultant III

Position Information

Division:
Finance and Administration
Department:
Office of Human Resources

Working Title:

Classification and Compensation Manager - 401
Vacancy Type:
Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Min T/E Requirements:
Graduation from a four‑year college or university and two years of progressively responsible experience in HR best practices; equivalent training and experience may replace credentials if degrees are from accredited institutions.
FTE: 1.0
Recruitment Range:
Commensurate with

Education and Experience
Position # 000401
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Months per year: 12

The Office of Human Resources in the Finance and Administration Division offers customer‑focused HR services, including recruitment, EEO compliance, performance management, records management, and employee relations. The unit supports nearly 900 benefits‑eligible staff and over 300 temporary employees.

The Classification and Compensation Manager serves as the university’s subject‑matter expert for SHRA and EHRA classifications, status determinations, and compensation actions. The role advises leadership on position and organizational design in line with established policies and guidelines.

Founded in 1887, UNC Pembroke serves a diverse student body with bachelor’s, master’s, and professional doctoral degrees. The campus is noted for small classes, a supportive community, and a strong focus on faculty‑student interaction. UNC Pembroke offers a comprehensive benefits package, tuition waiver for up to three courses per year, 12 paid holidays, and other employee‑supporting programs.

The Classification and Compensation Manager holds delegated authority to make classification decisions for SHRA & EHRA positions and status determinations. Key duties include:

• Advising senior leaders on position management, organizational design, compensation strategies, and market analysis.
• Supporting daily resolution of complex HR issues.
• Developing dashboards, data analysis tools, and transactional reports.
• Maintaining the state’s SHRA career banding program, the UNC System EHRA classification program, and compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Communicating classification and compensation decisions; providing transparent reasoning and addressing concerns.
• Conducting compensation and labor market research and preparing market reports.
• Providing guidance on statewide initiatives such as salary range revisions and classification studies.
• Leading campus efforts to comply with FLSA exemption and policy changes.

Communicate classification and compensation decisions, conduct market research, prepare annual market reports, analyze compensation and labor data, offer guidance on statewide initiatives, and lead campus compliance with FLSA and related policies.

• Certifications in Compensation and/or Human Resources – CCA, CCP, SCP, PHR, SPHR, SHRM
• Experience in classification and compensation systems, including benchmarking and compensation administration.
• Knowledge of UNC System or North Carolina public employment classification and compensation systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, consultative, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Experience with HR information systems such as People Admin, Banner HR, or comparable HRIS.
• Proficiency in designing or delivering employee training sessions.

The position requires completion of an employment background check, including criminal, employment verification, reference, license verification (if applicable), and credit history checks. All hires must verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and provide an employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Veterans preference applicants must attach a DD‑214 copy.

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