Employment & Compensation Specialist I

University of Texas at Dallas, United States

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Richardson, TEXAS
Deadline: 07 Mar 2023

Posting Details
Posting Details


Posting Number S04730P
Position Title Employment & Compensation Specialist I
Functional Title
Department Human Resources
Salary Range $55,000 Depending on qualifications
Pay Basis Monthly
Position Status Regular full-time
Location Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date 03/01/2023
Posting Close Date 03/07/2023
Open Until Filled No
Desired Start Date 03/20/2023
Job Summary
The Employment and Compensation Specialist I is responsible for providing the talent acquisition and compensation services to University hiring managers and departmental leaders. This position partners with hiring managers to hire talent, while ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws, and University and UT system policies. This position partners with the Employment & Compensation Manager to advise on first line and mid to upper-level compensation matters and strategies with campus colleagues. This individual will maintain excellent relations with hiring managers, applicants, and the UT Dallas community at-large.
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of HR or administrative experience.  
Related experience may be substituted for a degree.
Preferred Education and Experience
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Manage the hiring process and compensation practices for staff positions in designated schools and divisions using an applicant tracking system.
  • Partners with the Employment & Compensation Manager to evaluate compensation structure by documenting job responsibilities/requirements and conducting internal and external market reviews. Uses market data to assist hiring managers in determining competitive salaries during initial hiring, promotions and reclassifications.
  • Partners with hiring mangers on developing recruitment plans, assist with the interview and selection process,and manage the job offer process for staff positions, while ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws, and University and UT system policies.
  • Reviews resumes and applications to ensure minimal qualifications are met based on noted skills, experience and knowledge in relation to position requirements.
  • Identifies and targets active or passive candidates that could meet the organization’s current and future talent needs. Develops a candidate pipeline and maintains relationships through online or in-person networking.Encourages candidate interest in the position to be filled by promoting the organization as an employer of choice.
  • Stays informed of employment laws, trends and innovative recruiting techniques in order to be competitive instate-of-the-art recruiting practices.
  • Participates in the development of ongoing, creative and cost-effective sourcing/recruitment strategies.
  • Educates hiring managers about successful recruitment strategies and search options; train managers on use of the applicant tracking system.
  • Reviews and guides campus colleagues on first line and mid to upper-level salary/compensation matters relating to offers, reclassifications and promotions to ensure internal equity while remaining competitive with market pricing.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
What we have to Offer:
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusiveness. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Tuition Benefits
  • Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Long and short-term disability
  • Retirement Plan Options
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Holidays 


About UT Dallas
The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world. A diversity of people, ideas and perspectives is crucial to our vision and mission. A charter member of SEA (STEMM Equity Achievement) Change, UT Dallas is a place where members of the community are welcomed, treated fairly, and encouraged to their pursuit of excellence.
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator .

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