Compensation Analyst

Reporting to the Director-Compensation, theCompensation Analystassists in administering employee compensation programs, which includes: creating position descriptions for new job titles and conducting job audits to assess existing titles; overseeing wage and salary administration for both union and non-bargained for positions; performing detailed data analysis; participating in and developing salary surveys; gathering data to support changes and/or enhancements to policies, procedures and programs; and offering guidance on compensation-related matters. ESSENTIAL DUTIES · Collaborates with management to analyze new and existing positions, assessing duties and responsibilities. Conducts research on occupational trends and statistical data to make informed recommendations. · Drafts and revises job descriptions to accurately reflect job duties and responsibilities, using this information to determine appropriate salary ranges. Assesses and determines the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) status for positions. · Conducts job audits to ensure accurate position classifications, evaluates positions, and communicates findings to college administration for implementation. · Reviews employee reclassification requests to new job titles, analyzing Job Analysis Questionnaires (JAQs), conducting interviews, and gathering data to recommend appropriate classifications. · Assists in administering pay increases per collective bargaining agreements. Supports collective bargaining teams by providing data and cost analysis/projections of salary-related issues. · Assists in reviewing and approving rate change requests and pay rates for all full-time and part-time employees. Provides support in maintaining market and internal salary equity and recommending competitive pay ranges based on the duties and required qualifications of the position. Consults with district administrators to determine appropriate starting salaries for new employees. Reviews position duties, required qualifications, candidate credentials, salary history and internal equity to determine appropriate starting salary level. · Develops, conducts, and participates in salary surveys to provide the district with current market salary data. Analyzes data from external and ad hoc surveys, presenting results to management to support compensation recommendations. · Actively participates in special projects, providing comprehensive support to departmental initiatives and contributing expertise as needed. · Performs related duties as required. Qualifications • Strong practices • Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration • Familiarity with FMLA, Workday, and HRIS systems • processes and workers' compensation regulations • Understanding of employment and labor law, negotiation, and employee relations • Proficient in data analysis and use of tools like Dayforce and Oracle HCM Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $38.00 - $40.00 per hour Benefits: • Health insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Ability to Commute: • Chicago, IL 60616 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Chicago, IL 60616: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person