Compensation and Occupational Analyst Human Resource Services

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Human Resource Services

invites applications for an

Occupational Analyst

to provide direct assistance to the Human Resource Services (HRS) Compensation Manager, working in a collaborative, professional relationship to maintain compliance with the Montana University System (MUS) Staff Compensation Plan for the University of Montana (UM), including the institution’s affiliate campuses. Essential duties and responsibilities assigned to this position are as follows:

Evaluate role descriptions, determining classification, exempt or non-exempt status, and salary.

Collaborate with managers implementing various Staff Compensation components, and work proactively with these individuals to resolve basic compensation and classification issues.

Providing accurate and timely information in a variety of forms for all four campuses on topics including, but not limited to, Staff Compensation, and creating effective Role Descriptions.

Accurate and timely completion of necessary documentation and reports, while ensuring data integrity and file maintenance.

Works closely with UM classified staff members to thoroughly address compensation and classification related inquires, as well as to develop pathways for potential career advancement.

Provide detailed guidance to HRS Clients regarding compensation compliance, performance reviews, and job analysis.

Provides input in the design, development and implementation of process and procedural changes for staff compensation.

Conduct research on a variety of compensation/performance review/HR topics and best practices.

Conducting survey analysis and applying appropriate methodologies.

Perform position audit functions, when necessary, to determine accurate job classification.

Additionally, the person assigned to this position will proactively engage in HRS team related activities, as assigned, and provide department support in other HRS areas as necessary.

This position requires incumbent to develop a working knowledge of advanced experience in the operation of personal computers and a variety of software programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher, PowerPoint and Internet Explorer, with the ability to learn new software. This individual will also develop an understanding of UM payroll and recruitment processes and procedures and gain advanced professional communication skills, including the ability to effectively write professional memos, letters, emails, documents, and reports. They will develop the ability to establish and maintain highly effective relationships and will learn to communicate one-on-one or in groups at all levels. This employee will develop an ability to knowledgeably explain system workings to the campus community and to explain and document, if necessary, rationale of decisions and determinations. They will gain a knowledge and understanding of the methods of calculation for compensation, as well as the ability to ensure accurate and equitable comparisons and evaluations while applying required standards in order to appropriately administer compensation and a knowledge of OES and CUPA survey data and uses. This incumbent will develop a comprehensive knowledge of UM, HRS, and MUS Staff Compensation policies, practices and procedures. They will also develop a knowledge of university positions to ensure accurate and equitable comparisons and evaluations for position determinations, survey responses and reporting. This individual will develop a knowledge of and the ability to research and interpret university, Board of Regents, state and federal regulations, policies and procedures and collective bargaining agreements regarding compensation and performance. They will develop a thorough understanding of Collective Bargaining Agreements in place and gain the ability to identify included and excluded positions and immediate knowledge of Banner. This individual must be willing and able to be flexible and creative when consulting with campus partners.

Required Skills:

Intermediate to advanced experience in the operation of personal computers and a variety of software programs, including Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to learn new software.

Ability to perform math calculations, intermediate analysis, and comparison duties.

Detail-oriented to achieve the highest level of accuracy possible at all times.

Organizational, multi-tasking, decision-making, and time management skills to prioritize workloads.

Effective communication skills, including the ability to effectively write professional memos, letters, emails, documents, and reports.

Ability to explain relevant policies and rules with diplomacy and deliver negative information with tact.

Ability to provide exceptional customer service, while explaining complex information in a logical and clear way.

Ability to create intermediate spreadsheets and basic databases to use information for tracking and analysis.

Minimum Required Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) years of professional experience in related position requiring labor market analysis or other closely related human resource services or an equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the competencies required to successfully discharge the essential duties assigned to this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality while working with high volumes of proprietary information.

Professional experience in higher education classification/compensation

Experience with Banner

Ability to address ambiguous situations and information in a positive, open, and thoughtful way.

About the Human Resource Services, UM

, and Missoula:

The Human Resource Services team partners with the University of Montana (UM) community and affiliated campuses by providing solutions and services to support the success of the UM mission.

The University of Montana is flagship, research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action

: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

To learn more about the University of Montana, Missoula, and the State of Montana, please visit the links below.

University of Montana

Video: Mission First, People Always

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City of Missoula

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Destination Missoula

Missoula Area Chamber of Commerce

The State of Montana

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Position Details

Position Title:

Occupational Analyst

Position Number:

013370

Department:

Human Resource Services

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year,

Salary:

$20.50/hr.

Union Affiliation:

None

Probationary Period:

Six months minimum

Benefits Include

Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference

Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References:

References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing:

Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility:

All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Company info

The University of Montana
Website : https://www.umt.edu