The Office of Human Resources at Carnegie Mellon University is committed to supporting faculty, students, and staff members’ success through every stage of their employment. We advance the university’s strategic plan by driving efficient, effective, and nimble business practices that meet the needs of our evolving global community. Our mission is to recruit and retain exceptional people at all levels while encouraging a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and professional growth.
We are currently searching for a Compensation Analyst to join our team. This position will support the mission of the University and the Human Resources department by assisting with the development and administration of the University’s compensation program so that it continues to attract, retain, and motivate employees. This role analyzes internal and external data to ensure internally equitable, and market competitive pay practices and provides recommendations that align with organizational goals and compliance standards. The Compensation Analyst also collaborates with Human Resources Business Partners and unit leadership teams to evaluate job roles and support compensation related decision making.
Core responsibilities include:
Evaluating new and existing jobs to determine the value of a position based on the responsibilities of the employee and ensuring appropriate classification; modifying and creating new job descriptions that accurately reflect current roles, responsibilities and requirements.
Preparing reports, spreadsheets and executive summaries on findings and handling administrative steps to formalize recommendations; communicating with stakeholders regarding the result of compensation work.
Handling basic-level compensation projects and initiatives, with regular guidance from department leadership.
Updating and ensuring the maintenance of the market survey tool and information contained within; forwarding salary survey information to appropriate vendors in a timely manner.
Adhering to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Responding to ad hoc compensation data requests and generating relevant reports for stakeholders.
Partnering with HR colleagues to assess Wage and Hour compliance, FLSA exemption determinations, and advising on moderately complex compensation inquiries.
Serving as a key contact for HRT partners who support compensation systems, ensuring smooth technical operations and enhancements.
Supporting additional compensation-related initiatives and projects as needed
Auditing compensation data within HRIS to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
Assisting with the processing of Independent Contractor and Prevailing Wage Determinations.
Other duties as assigned.
Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.
You should demonstrate:
Excellent communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Data analysis skills
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required
1-3 years of HR experience required
Excel experience required
A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
Requirements:
Successful background check
Additional Information:
Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Carnegie Mellon is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Carnegie Mellon.
Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.
Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.
At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.
Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!
Location
Pittsburgh, PAJob Function
CompensationPosition Type
Staff – RegularFull Time/Part time
Full timePay Basis
More Information:
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Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
Statement of Assurance
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 1-3 years of HR experience
- Excel experience
Carnegie Mellon University Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Carnegie Mellon University and has not been reviewed or approved by Carnegie Mellon University.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout, with automatic employer contributions to a TIAA-administered plan at 8% of base salary (and 9.78% for 9‑month academic appointments), plus optional employee deferrals. Vesting after three years is clearly specified, which helps set expectations for long-term value.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family support is strengthened by 100% paid parental leave for six weeks and 100% paid maternity leave for 6–8 weeks (delivery-type dependent), effective July 1, 2024. Childcare support is also referenced through a Cyert Center subsidy up to $5,000 per family, alongside no-cost EAP access.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits include free Pittsburgh Regional Transit access and access to fitness classes and facilities, adding recurring non-cash value to the overall package. Pittsburgh’s relatively affordable cost of living can further increase the perceived adequacy of a given salary compared with higher-cost coastal hubs.
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