Stanford University is one of the world’s premier academic and research institutions, devoting tremendous intellectual and physical resources toward the betterment of humanity. As a major Silicon Valley employer, Stanford seeks people committed to excellence and to improving our world. In turn, the university is committed to supporting its employees as they develop their careers and enrich their lives.
Stanford University Human Resources (UHR) is seeking an Associate Compensation Analyst who will directly support clients regarding compensation design, implementation, and administration and other compensation-related issues. Provide assistance on compensation policy, practices and compliance and represent Stanford compensation practices. Conduct and participate in salary surveys, and perform various analyses for purposes of market pricing, salary program development, variable pay, pay structures and job evaluations. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a large, decentralized organization with complex collaboration and distributed authority. This role will report to the Senior Director of Compensation for Staff, Executive and Global compensation.
We are open to a hybrid work arrangement (a combination of onsite and work from home). The number of days may occasionally fluctuate subject to business need, but the expectation is that this position will be onsite a minimum of 2 days/week.
JOB PURPOSE:
Analyze foundational elements of compensation programs, plans and philosophies and assess university and/or school/unit approaches and positioning in relation to findings. Assist with development, implementation and administration of compensation programs, as assigned. Provides support through analytical research, coordination of compensation processes, interpretation and application of compensation policies, practices and guidelines. Advise HR managers and line managers on straightforward matters related to the university’s and/or school’s/unit’s compensation policies, programs, and practices.
CORE DUTIES*:
- Gather data to be used during Salary Survey participation and assist in the process.
- Assist with and follow established procedures during Market Analysis process.
- Prepare first draft of job descriptions.
- Under a moderate level of guidance and using established procedures, evaluate jobs for proper leveling.
- Assist customers in the Salary Planning process.
- Help team members gather information to provide guidance and recommendations, where needed, on compensation processes, policies and procedures.
- Manage compensation websites, including Cardinal at Work, Manager Toolkit and HR toolkit.
- Manage the Job Creation process in all systems (including Taleo and HRIS) and manage the Job Description Library.
- Conduct Audit and Reporting: Download monthly reports and conduct various audits, including reports of exemption status, job review of jobs reserved to UHR Staff Compensation, minimum wage exemption status and remote worker agreements.
- Maintain temporary/casual employee structure and compensation tables.
- Govern remote work process management and offer assessment.
- Administer the Market Pay system.
- Assist the compensation team in preparation of data and schedules in advance of Committee and other HR Leader meetings.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree and three years of experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong, fundamental computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet and presentation platforms.
- Effective communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills.
- Foundational analytical, critical thinking and computational/statistical data skills.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within human resources/compensation.
- Performs a high volume of routine compensation assignments.
- Has working knowledge of fundamental compensation theories, principles, and practices.
- Receives guidance and mentorship from more senior level roles who may or may not directly supervise this position.
- Uses existing procedures and exception guidelines to solve routine or standard problems.
- Entry level to a professional career progression.
Certifications and Licenses:
None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
- Frequently stand/walk, sit; frequently use and perform desk based computer tasks, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
- Occasionally use a telephone, write by hand, sort/file paperwork, twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach/work above shoulders, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
- Rarely kneel/crawl.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Occasional travel on campus to schools/units.
WORK STANDARDS:
- Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
- Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
- Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
