Compensation Analyst, HR​/Recruitment

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• Position Number:
• Payroll
  
  Title:
  
  COMPENSATION ANL 3 (007726)
• Job Code: 007726
• Job Open Date: October 21, 2025
• Application Review Begins: November 5, 2025
• Department Code (Name): PERS (HUMAN RESOURCES)
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Union Code (Name): 99
• Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff:
  Career
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS
• Salary Grade: Grade 23
• Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $88,000 to $98,000/year. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $88,000 to $161,600/year.
• Work Location: Student Affairs & Admin Svs - 3101
• Working Days and
  
  Hours:
  
  M-F; 8-5pm (flexible)
• Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits
• Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: Hybrid (Both UC & Non-UC locations)
• Special Instructions: For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Department Marketing Statement: The Department of Human Resources at UCSB provides excellent customer service to support the university's mission. With over 40 employees, the department fosters strategic partnerships to attract, develop, and retain top talent.

Benefits Of Belonging: Working at UC means being part of a vibrant institution. Excellent retirement and health are among the rewards.

This role, available as a Compensation Analyst 3 (Experienced Level) or Compensation Analyst 4 (Advanced Level), is for a human resources professional specializing in compensation. The individual will provide analytical support for a high volume of compensation services, classification and job evaluations, HR-related systems and processes, union wage implementations, campus policies and programs, and training. Key responsibilities include resolving complex compensation issues, policy guidance, and developing solutions for HR/compensation challenges.

The position also involves contributing to the development of new HR programs, policies, and procedures.

The Compensation Analyst 4 (Advanced Level) will perform all duties with greater in-depth knowledge, independence, and the authority to lead projects and handle the most complex situations.

Note: Only one position is available, and the level will be determined based on the final candidate’s skills, knowledge and experience.

Compensation Analyst 3 (Experienced Level)

• Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (or equivalent), 4-6 years of HR experience, and 1-3 years of progressive analytical experience in policy analysis, training, advising, and data analysis.
• Skills:
  Strong understanding of compensation concepts, ability to apply compensation policies and labor laws, effective problem-solving, program development, managing high-volume casework, prioritization, proficiency in Microsoft and Google Suite (especially Excel and Google Sheets), data analysis (databases, query tools, advanced spreadsheets, reporting), strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work independently, and presentation skills.

Compensation Analyst 4 (Advanced Level)

• Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (or equivalent), 4-6 years of progressive analytical experience in policy analysis, training, advising, data gathering, data analysis, and leading projects/programs. Also requires 4-6 years of background in HR and/or compensation and classification.
• Skills:
  All Compensation Analyst 3 skills at an advanced and independent level, plus comprehensive knowledge of compensation and job evaluation theories, expert capability in position classification, advanced ability to interpret labor laws and policies, advanced analytical skills for presenting findings, thorough knowledge of salary survey methodologies, experience in designing and delivering compensation training, successful consultation with senior management on complex matters, highly effective communication with diverse audiences, advanced listening and understanding skills, advanced prioritization, problem-solving, leadership, influence, and interpersonal/collaboration skills.

• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement and related policies are described as part of the application process, including statements about misconduct policies and UC policies addressing harassment, discrimination, and workplace conduct. Vaccination policy and compliance requirements are included where applicable.

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