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Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy · 19 hours ago

Senior Compensation Analyst (Fixed-Term, 6 Months)

Tucson, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$89K/yr - $110K/yr

5+ years exp

The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy is seeking a Senior Compensation Analyst to advance their compensation strategies. This role involves developing and implementing compensation frameworks, conducting data analysis, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure competitive and equitable compensation practices.

Non Profit

Responsibilities

Perform compensation data analysis including researching, collecting, organizing, modeling, analyzing, validating, interpreting, and preparing analysis and recommendations with high attention to detail

Uphold and participate in the updating of the structural integrity of job architecture, collaborating and documenting job descriptions, job evaluations and leveling, and classifications

Participate in determining salary structure creation and update maintenance

Prepare compensation models using Excel or other compensation tools to analyze data and develop reports for presentation to internal clients

Collaborate with Hiring Managers, HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition and other relevant partners to conduct thorough compensation assessments for job offers that ensure appropriate internal equity, fairness and market attractiveness

Understand business priorities and participate in developing compensation solutions aligned with those needs

Participate in national and global salary surveys, leveraging insights to maintain our competitive edge. Recommend and communicate insights and trends that may be implemented in accordance with federal contract structures and regulations

Assist with the annual merit and equity cycle for all centers, partnering with internal clients on process, system setup, communications, implementation, equity analysis, and close out reporting

Develop presentation and training material for compensation initiatives, using presentation, graphics and other visual tools to effectively communicate and tell the story of the data

Educate and engage key stakeholders, including the HR team, AURA staff, management and leadership

Participate, and occasionally coach and mentor others or lead internal compensation projects

Recommend updates to compensation policies and practices, contributing to the continuous improvement of compensation practices, processes and guidelines

Conduct ad hoc analyses to guide the development of innovative compensation programs and initiatives

All AURA employees are responsible for the proper management and control of all AURA property within their work area, whether assigned to them or someone else. This responsibility includes reporting any known missing, stolen, or non-working property in their work area to their supervisor or the AURA Property Officer

Responsible for ensuring compliance with government award terms and conditions assigned to this position or subordinates of this position as defined in the Vela Award Management system

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Compensation analysisExcel proficiencyHRIS databasesStrategic compensation principlesUS labor lawsProject managementClient-orientedEthical behaviorProactiveInternational labor lawsCompensation policiesTraining material developmentSalary structure maintenanceCompensation modelsCommunication skillsDetail-orientedTeam playerOrganizational skillsCritical thinkingCollaborationConfidentiality

Required

Bachelor's degree in human resources, finance/accounting, business administration or a related field

5+ years related experience in HR, Compensation or Talent Acquisition demonstrating a solid understanding of strategic compensation principles, program design and processes in a multi-state and global organization

Familiar with US federal, state, and local labor laws and global business practices

Strong organizational and project management skills

Proficient in Excel, HRIS databases, and data analysis

Excellent communication, detail-oriented, critical and strategic thinking skills and a collaborative team player

Independent, proactive, and ethical behavior are required; must handle confidential and private information with the highest discretion

Capable of prioritizing multiple competing assignments and being well organized

Must be client oriented and demonstrated ability to align solutions and services with business priorities