Job Details

Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via ConnectU. connectu.olemiss.edu

Overview

The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) is a premier public research institution committed to an inclusive community where students, faculty, and staff can achieve their fullest potential.

Department Summary

The Compensation team, within the Human Resources division, leads fair, competitive, and transparent pay practices. We manage job classification, salary structures, and career tracks to support employee growth and organizational effectiveness. We collaborate with university leadership and HR Business Partners to ensure compensation practices meet institutional goals and needs. The department recently redesigned the staff compensation and classification system to introduce clear job families, levels, and career pathways for over 500 staff roles, with no employee receiving a pay cut under View2022. This work aligns with the Empower Now strategic plan and benchmarks against peer institutions. Hybrid work may be possible for this role.

Role Specifications

Classification and compensation information is provided below. For details on the University of Mississippi classification system, please visit the Human Resources Compensation Page.

Family: Human Resources

Sub-Family: Compensation

Career Track / Level: P1

Grade: 7

Min / Mid / Max: $51,605 / $64,501 / $77,397

Role Summary: Supports the development and implementation of compensation, market, and titling analysis for the institution in alignment with institutional goals on total compensation.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and classify positions within the universitys compensation structure
• Administer salary offers, compensation and classification adjustments
• Conduct market benchmarking
• Ensure compliance with FLSA and university compensation policies
• Prepare reports and maintain compensation data in HR systems
• Advise departments and HR partners on job classification and pay decisions
• Train and support stakeholders on compensation tools and guidelines

Skills:

• Analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Data-driven decision-making
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Confidentiality and integrity
• Collaboration and stakeholder service mindset
• Continuous improvement orientation

Unique Projects:

The Compensation team will lead an upcoming project to redesign the faculty compensation and classification system.

Examples of Work Performed

• Reviews and analyzes job descriptions and questionnaires to determine appropriate classification, job level, and salary grade within the university structure
• Evaluates and processes salary offers, promotions, adjustments, and reclassification requests in line with guidelines and market data
• Conducts compensation benchmarking salary surveys
• Maintains and updates job profiles and pay data within the HRIS system for accuracy and consistency
• Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations (e.g., FLSA) and university policies; provides audit support as needed
• Prepares compensation reports, dashboards, and analyses to support HR leadership, budget planning, and strategic decision-making
• Advises HR Business Partners, hiring managers, and departmental leaders on classification decisions, salary guidelines, and best practices
• Supports and participates in compensation projects and university-wide initiatives, including training and communication efforts

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified by the hiring department:

• Provides professional assistance and consultation in administering and maintaining pay policies and programs for employees
• Evaluates and classifies positions; assists in evaluating organizational needs and market trends; assists in developing new or enhanced job families and/or compensation programs as needed
• Assist in administering and maintaining pay policies and programs
• Participate in salary surveys and provide reports based on salary data

Minimum Education/Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Substitution Statement: An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR/Compensation experience in a higher education setting
• CCP Certification

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: These requirements are not exhaustive and may be added to by individual agencies as needed. Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements. Physical Exertion: May lift up to 10 pounds. Vision: Close vision required. Speaking/Hearing: Ability to communicate effectively. Motor Coordination: Requires talking, hearing, and using hands; may involve sitting, standing, walking, and reaching as needed.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate interviewed must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodations needed prior to the interview date.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. This includes criminal history checks and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.