Classification and Compensation Consultant

Classification and Compensation Consultant

Posting number PG194440EP – Location Raleigh, North Carolina – 40 hours per week – FTE 1.0 – 12 month recurring appointment.

The Classification and Compensation Department is within NC State University Human Resources and administers, oversees, and manages classification systems and compensation programs. The department also manages federal regulations and state policies for University positions subject to and exempt from the NC State Human Resources Act (SHRA and EPS positions) and develops, monitors, and maintains compensation programs for Faculty, EPS, and Senior Academic and Administrative Officers.

As a Pack member you belong here and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well‑being.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain work‑life balance with our childcare benefits, wellness & recreation membership, and wellness programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

The Classification and Compensation Consultant serves as a strategic partner to NC State, guiding HR practices to align with university and state policies and creating fair and competitive position management and compensation structures.

• Collaborate with campus leaders, administrators, and HR representatives to provide expert guidance on job design, classification, and compensation practices.
• Offer insight into compensation trends and help develop long‑term HR strategies that align with the University’s mission and academic needs.
• Advise on salary actions, job categories, and titles in accordance with university policies and external benchmarks.

• Conduct detailed compensation analysis, salary benchmarking, and market research to support decisions on compensation and classification.
• Prepare comprehensive reports for the UNC System Office, State Human Resources, and NC State leadership, ensuring accurate and timely salary data.
• Analyze salary adjustments and provide recommendations based on relevant market data.

• Communicate complex compensation and classification issues clearly, both in writing and verbally, to various audiences, including leadership and campus stakeholders.
• Serve as a liaison between departments and HR representatives, providing guidance on compliance with policies, regulations, and best practices.
• Lead discussions on sensitive issues related to classification and compensation, offering tactful, well‑informed advice.

• Lead and manage HR projects, coordinating timelines, tasks, and deliverables while ensuring university‑wide alignment.
• Participate in HR‑related initiatives, offering expertise on classification, compensation, and organizational design.
• Develop and deliver training on HR policies, procedures, and best practices related to compensation and job classification.

In addition to the core responsibilities, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional responsibilities by participating in the HR‑related initiatives.

Graduation from a four‑year college or university and two years of progressively responsible experience analyzing, interpreting, applying, communicating, and promoting HR best practices in the context of organizational goals and objectives; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Experience in job analysis, compensation principles, job design, and organizational structure in a higher education setting or environment.
• Proficient in using Excel for data analysis, reporting, and insights.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly and build consensus.
• A solid foundation in HR principles, including job classification and compensation.
• Experience managing projects and balancing multiple tasks…