Compensation Officer II
Company: Harvard University
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: November 17, 2023
Job Description:
Additional Qualifications and Skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel skills
- PeopleSoft experience preferred
- Strong working knowledge of FLSA including a thorough
understanding and experience in applying Massachusetts state and
federal wage and hour regulations
Schedule
This full-time exempt position has a (limited) hybrid schedule. The
department has a regular on-campus day once per month for the team
with additional ad hoc days on campus for meetings, trainings etc.,
as required and based on business need.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected
veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and
pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected
by law.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
- Minimum of 7 years' relevant work experience
Working Conditions
This full-time exempt position has a (limited) hybrid schedule. The
department has a regular on-campus day once per month for the team
with additional ad hoc days on campus for meetings, trainings etc.,
as required and based on business need.
Work is performed in an office setting.
Harvard Human Resources actively supports hybrid work where
business and team needs allow. This is a five day per week position
with a hybrid schedule. Additional details pertaining to this
position will be discussed during the interview process. All remote
work must be performed in a state in which Harvard is registered to
do business (CA, CT, GA, MA, MD, ME, IL, NH, NY, RI, VA, VT, WA)
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University.
With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to
date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Position Description
Summary
Independently provide a broad range of high level support to
assigned schools and units on all levels of staff compensation
issues. Develop project plans and lead teams of HR professionals on
cross university compensation initiatives.
Core Duties
- Participate in the design, development, implementation and
evaluation of compensation programs to support HHR strategies and
business objectives. Lead the ongoing work in Job Framework
implementation for remaining job functions; coordinating engagement
and input from HR partners and line managers across the
University.
- Assist schools and units in the development of compensation
strategies, programs and other initiatives to ensure competitive
position and internal equity. Proactively audit internal equity of
job grade and compensation levels to ensure compliance
- Provide consultative and expert advice and training in the
administration of the University's compensation programs including
FLSA reviews
- Support the survey submission process by providing input and
direction related to job function matching within areas of
responsibility. Review HU job matches to surveys ongoing during
submission process. Adapt changes in survey leveling, adds and
deletes of jobs within the survey and within HU.
- Conduct market analyses in support of school and unit requests
and/or related to cross university job function studies using
external market data and internal comparative data; make
recommendations for level and pay adjustments to ensure external
competitiveness and internal equity. Continuous improvement of
survey database usage by recommending updates to job matches
including expansion to non-exempt roles and senior manager and
leadership graded jobs. Reviews pay markets and recommends
necessary changes.
- Participate in and/or lead department projects in support of
ongoing and ad-hoc services to schools and units. Re-establish the
Compensation Committee of HR partners across the university,
develop topics and coordinate quarterly meetings.
- Develop and deliver training sessions for HR staff across the
University in the area of compensation administration and related
policies and practices.
- Ensure compliance with University Human Resources policies,
procedures, and requirements. Review HHR Comp intranet content,
solicit input, update policy and practice documents, links etc.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and
belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and
fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to
create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of
talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing
individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities,
life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
Benefits
We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website to learn
more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
- Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3
weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional
staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter
Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated
based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new
parents who are primary care givers.
- Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with
voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start
date.
- Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources
including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program,
and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition,
meditation, and more.
- Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with
contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age
and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
- Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40
per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition
through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90%
reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses
taken at other accredited institutions.
- Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no
cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace
Development and LinkedIn Learning.
- Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled
through the Parking Office, including discounted parking,
half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit
passes, biking benefits, and more.
- Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to
Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events,
credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of
services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure
activities throughout metro-Boston.
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