Director of Compensation and Classification

Company: The California State University
Location: San Luis Obispo
Posted on: April 22, 2025

Job Description:

Director of Compensation and ClassificationJob no: 533315Work type: Management (MPP)Location: San Luis ObispoCategories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, Human Resources, On-site, Telecommute eligibleJob SummaryReporting to the Associate Vice President of Human Resources, the Director of Compensation and Classification leads the development, implementation, and administration of compensation and classification programs, policies, and procedures for all employees including staff, student employees, faculty, and administrators.The Director of Compensation and Classification is responsible for defining the strategic direction for and implementation of the university's compensation and classification systems and is a strategic partner with university leadership to support their success in attracting and retaining diverse talent in a dynamic and changing employment environment. The Director of Compensation and Classification is a strong advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion and utilizes a DEI lens in all aspects of compensation design and administration.Leading a team of professionals, the Director of Compensation and Classification oversees compensation and classification functions, including survey participation, job evaluation and classification, salary structure development, salary market and equity studies and implementation, incentive plan design, pay program administration, and other associated initiatives. The Director of Compensation and Classification recommends structures and strategies for pay and job evaluation programs that ensure base pay, incentive pay, and other pay programs remain competitive and conform to current CSU policies, bargaining unit collective bargaining agreements, and California and Federal compensation laws and strategies. The Director of Compensation and Classification designs and audits data collection and analysis processes for job and pay alignment with market, pay equity, and conducts other compensation, classification, and job studies.Key Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in compensation program design and administration, including the creation of policies, guidelines, and standard operating procedures.
• Working knowledge of job description development and categorization methods, including classification systems.
• Working knowledge of leading and supervising diverse, high-performing teams, including talent attraction, engagement, performance management, and development.
• Thorough working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and compliance requirements related to employee compensation.
• Working knowledge of salary structures and systems including traditional, broadband, and market-based solutions.
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting data analytics and modeling using Excel and other analytics tools.Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, human resources, or a related field and 6 years of progressively responsible experience in employee compensation, with at least 3 years of experience supervising employees.Salary and BenefitsThe anticipated hiring range for this role is $130,000 - $148,000 per year. Note that the offer is calculated based on the background and relevant years of experience of the individual selected.Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees.Diversity StatementAt Cal Poly, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.Cal Poly is an equal opportunity employer.
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