Description: As a preeminent land-grant institution where high-achieving scholars are engaged in transformative teaching and learning, civic outreach, interdisciplinary research and innovative solutions to global challenges, NC A&T strives to compensate its faculty and staff at a level that emphasizes demonstrated competencies, knowledge, skills, and experience linked to business needs and organizational goals; recognizes competency development; and maintains the labor market competitiveness necessary to recruit, retain and develop a competent and diverse work force while ensuring that employees receive equitable treatment for career development opportunities and compensation. In an effort to enhance recruitment and retention efforts by becoming more competitive in the labor market and also improve career advancement opportunities, the Director of Classification & Compensation is responsible for the strategic planning, evaluation, communication, implementation, and administration of classification and compensation programs at N.C. A&T and applies in-depth knowledge of position requirements and salary administration for faculty and staff positions defined by UNC -System Office as “EHRA” (exempt from the State Human Resources Act), role descriptions and competency standards for positions defined as “SHRA” (subject to the State Human Resources Act), as well as COSS (County Operations Support Staff). Reporting to the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Talent Management, the Director of Classification & Compensation serves as the leading subject matter expert who applies human resources best practices in position design, salary administration, and compensation management, in compliance with regulations established by University of North Carolina System Office ( UNC -SO), the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources ( OSHR ), as well and state and federal laws and best practices to guide managers in restructuring and maintain existing and new position positions. This position is also responsible for advising University leadership on a balanced compensation strategy that supports the strategic direction of the University while considering the varying employee groups within the University. The position must partner strategically with other leaders across campus and within the Division of Human Resources to ensure that the delivery of a classification and compensation program is synergistic with HR’s priority of enabling the institution, employee effectiveness, and other workforce strategies. Primary Function of Organizational Unit: North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an 1890 land-grant doctoral research university dedicated to learning, discovery, and community engagement. With over 14,000 students and nearly 2,500 permanent and temporary employees, the university provides a wide range of educational opportunities from bachelor’s to doctoral degrees in both traditional and online environments. With an emphasis on preeminence in STEAM and a commitment to excellence in all its educational, research, and outreach programs, North Carolina A&T fosters a climate of economic competitiveness that prepares students for the global society. Throughout its 132-year history, North Carolina A&T has maintained a rich tradition in academics, research and outreach. Today, the university is committed to exemplary undergraduate and graduate instruction, scholarly and creative research, and effective public service and engagement. An institution of choice for high-achieving students, N.C. A&T aspires to be recognized as a preeminent land-grant university. The Division of Human Resources at NC A&T is committed to serving as a strategic partner by providing comprehensive Service, Excellence, Engagement and Knowledge to the University community. We desire to support a culture of uncompromising expectation that will enable the University to attract, retain, and develop faculty and staff of the future. This will empower us to understand clearer and more effectively deal with the significant social, economic, and global challenges necessary to achieve the bold vision of the University. The Classification and Compensation unit is responsible for working with university administrators to establish and maintain fair and equitable classification and salary decisions for the university’s workforce. The unit maintains the integrity of the State of North Carolina’s career banding program, salary administration, and EHRA designations, as well as the Department of Labor’s prescribed Fair Labor Standards Act regulations. Classification and Compensation provide services and consultation in the areas of organizational and position design; position review and analysis; consultation on departmental pay philosophies and strategies; compensation analysis; and salary adjustment approvals and monitoring. Additionally, this unit serves as an advocate for the university in its interactions as principal liaison to the NC Office of State Human Resources ( OSHR ) and UNC System Human Resources. The Position Management module of People Admin serves as a repository for position descriptions. All position creations, updates, salary adjustments, and position review requests require electronic processing for all SHRA , EHRA Non-Faculty, EHRA Faculty and Postdoctoral positions through People Admin. Requirements: + A Master’s Degree and 7-9 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s Degree and 9-11 years of relevant experience. Either combination should include at least two years of supervisory experience. Degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions. + Relevant experience should include human resources management, compensation strategy & design, job classification & evaluation, market analysis & benchmarking or related responsibilities. + Proficiency with analytical and statistical tools and programs related experience in compensation or an equivalent level of education, training and experience. + Advanced spreadsheet proficiency in manipulating, interpreting, analyzing, and present data. Ability to gauge the effectiveness of the university’s total rewards program and translate data into solutions to continually improve programs and practices, as well as experience supervising and developing engaged team members. + Experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with quickly shifting priorities. + Knowledge of state and federal employment laws and regulations. Demonstrated excellence in communications and strong listening skills. Strong customer service orientation and sense of integrity. + Excellent analytical, organizational, and consultative skills. Strong collaboration, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. + Ability to maintain discretion and the highest ethical and professional standards while dealing with confidential and sensitive data. + Ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce. + Excellent customer service skills with the ability to deliver challenging messages in a positive and influential manner. Preferred: + Preference for experience in higher education and local/federal/state government entity and/or prior experience working in a university or academic setting with knowledge of faculty and staff compensation and classification structures. + Experience performing regression analysis, and developing and maintaining compensation + models. + Experience presenting classification and compensation training to management groups. + Experience with large relational databases, data warehousing and data marts. + Ability to develop advanced-level data analytics + Certifications: PHR , SPHR , SHRM -CP, SHRM SCP or CCP Special Instructions: You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits available to NC A&T State University permanent employees include the following and more: + Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees + Community Service Leave + Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC – Health Benefits + NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more + 12 Paid Holidays + Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS ) + Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 + Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) + Campus Recreation Center Discount + University Bookstore Discount This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station. Job Closing Date: 04/07/2025