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Classification & Compensation Analyst

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Burlington, VT 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $72K - $77K 💻 Human Resources 🗓️ February 2nd, 2026

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The University of Vermont is hiring a Classification & Compensation Analyst. This role involves performing analysis related to staff classification and compensation, advising campus stakeholders on salary setting and position classification, participating in compensation surveys, and supporting equitable and competitive pay practices within the Human Resources Total Rewards Team.

Highlights
  • Analyze staff classification and compensation systems to support recruitment, reclassifications, and salary reviews.
  • Advise campus partners on salary decisions ensuring equity and market competitiveness.
  • Conduct research and analyze compensation data for annual and ad hoc projects.
  • Participate in external compensation surveys and benchmark against peer institutions.
  • Provide guidance on compensation policies, practices, and hiring proposals.
  • Use HRIS systems and demonstrate proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and word processing applications.
  • Requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, and 3+ years of relevant professional experience.
  • Knowledge of federal and state regulations like FLSA is essential.
  • Desired certifications include SPHR/PHR or SHRM-CP/SCP and experience in higher education compensation principles.
  • Anticipated salary range is $72,000 to $77,000 with potential for hybrid work and background check requirements.

Classification & Compensation Analyst Full Description

Classification & Compensation Analyst
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 Position Details 
Advertising/Posting Title  | Classification & Compensation Analyst

Posting Summary  | The University of Vermont seeks a Classification & Compensation Analyst to join the Total Rewards Team within Human Resources. This role supports the university’s commitment to equitable, competitive, and transparent compensation practices by providing analysis, market insight, and consultation related to staff classification and pay.The Classification & Compensation Analyst partners closely with campus stakeholders to ensure salary decisions are informed by data, market trends, and consistent with institutional policy and practice.Key Responsibilities: Perform analysis-based work related to UVM’s staff classification and compensation systems Review position descriptions using internal and external market benchmarking to support recruitments, reclassifications, and off-cycle salary reviews Advise campus constituents on salary setting for hires, reclassifications, position updates, and off-cycle salary increases, with attention to equity and competitiveness Research and analyze compensation data for annual projects and ad hoc requests Participate in external compensation surveys, including data submission and analysis of results from peer institutions Serve as a resource for campus partners on classification and compensation practices, policies, and processes Research and assess market trends and economic factors to inform pay practices that support attraction and retention of staff Review and complete staff hiring proposals, providing guidance on equitable and competitive salary recommendations Independently collect and evaluate compensation and economic data to support salary projections, survey participation, and campus advisement  This role is well suited for someone who enjoys analytical work, collaborative problem-solving, and contributing to fair and consistent compensation practices within a complex higher education environment.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)  | Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related relevant field. = Minimum of 3 years’ related professional experience of analytical skills and/or general HR industry knowledge. Experience with or ability to adopt HRIS systems; proficiency with spreadsheets, database and word processing applications. Knowledge of pertinent federal and state regulations, such as FLSA. Effective communication, time management and organizational skills. Ability to serve as effective team member on collaborative projects.

Desirable Qualifications  | SPHR/PHR or SHRM-CP/SCP certification, experience in higher education and/or classification and compensation. Hands-on experience with compensation principles, salary structures, and job classification concepts
Anticipated Pay Range  | $72,000 to $77,000
Other Information  |
Special Conditions  | A probationary period may be required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position
FLSA  | Exempt
Union Position  | No
 Posting Details 
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Location  | Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Open Date  | 01/30/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)  |
Open Until Filled  | No
 
Our Common Ground Statement 
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

 Position Information 
Position Title  | Compensation PC2 X
Posting Number  | S5930PO
Department  | Human Resources/11305
Position Number  | 001126
Percent of Full-Time  | 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE  | 37.5
Term (months per year)  | 12
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