Compensation Analyst

Company: Utah Transit Authority
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Utah Transit AuthorityCome on board at the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) a major transit agency in one of the fastest-growing regions in the United States! As the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) expands and develops, we need you as our Compensation Analyst. In this position, you will be an integral member of the Total Rewards team. Our Total Rewards team is a dedicated and energetic team with a focus toward taking care of its employees through the administration of our comprehensive benefits package and employee compensation. UTA takes great pride in taking care of the needs of its employees, and a crucial part of its mission is making sure that our employees are treated fairly, equitably, and according to market demand when it comes to employee compensation. In this position you would take a central role in that goal through the design, development, reporting, and execution of UTAs employee compensation program.As the mid-level Compensation Analyst, you will:Under the direction of the Compensation Program Manager, participate in the design, development, analytics, reporting and administration of UTAs marketbased compensation program. Assist in the annual market salary survey process and participate in the annual salary planning benchmarking. Ensure job consistency throughout the organization with respect to job evaluations and descriptions. Partner with Talent Acquisition & Hiring leaders to develop employment compensation offers.Maintain HRIS and databases related to compensation. Identify and document business requirements and program processes to ensure compensation systems accurately pay employees. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION/TRAINING: Bachelors degree in business administration, Human Resources, or a related field. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred. EXPERIENCE:Two years of experience as HR Generalist or equivalent. Experience in compensation preferred. Experience solving complex problems while taking new perspective on existing solutions. Some experience/knowledge of market pricing practices and exposure to performance management practices is preferred. HRIS and compensation software experience preferred.KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESCompensation theories and practices, federal, state and local labor laws and regulations and their applicationHRIS and compensation software experienceKnowledge of human resource laws, regulations, and best practicesExperience with MS Excel requiredApproaches work with courage; takes calculated risks in ideas and actions to progress the organization. Comfortable challenging the status quo. Curious; solution-oriented with proven focus on operational excellence and innovationApproaches interactions with humility, seeks and values feedback, listens for understanding and assumes positive intent; focused on organizational and team success Intermediate proficiency in MS Word preferredAbilities - (UTA Competencies)Embraces Outward Mindset Exhibiting strong E.I. skills (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship management). Relating comfortably with people across levels, functions, culture, and geography. Partnering with others to get work done. Managing conflict. Seeking feedback without being defensive.Develops Self & Others Taking action to continuously improve. Accepting assignments that broaden capabilities. Placing a high priority on developing others. Developing others through coaching, feedback, exposure, and stretch assignments.Ensures Fairness Concerned with the welfare of others and expressing that concern on a personal level. Distributing resources fairly. Giving others a voice prior to reaching decisions that affect them. Reaching decisions through a fair process. Explaining to others why and how decisions were made that impact them.Puts Safety First Acting as a Safety Ambassador by working safely, complying with requirements and serving as an example to others. Wearing required personal protective equipment. Supporting safety activities. Promptly reporting hazards, unsafe work practices, near misses, and accidents.Instills Trust Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Values Differences Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.Builds Effective Teams Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.Drives Engagement Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.This job requires regular and predictable attendance.- OR -An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.]UTAs benefits package for full-time administrative employees includes:Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance (eligible after 30 days of employment), with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts. Choice between Traditional Co-Pay or High Deductible Health Plans for medical coverage. HSA with company match available to employees enrolled in the HDHP. Benefit plans include coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit required for coverage). Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children.22 days of accrued paid time off (13 vacation days and 9 sick days), which increases with tenure at UTA.10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year.Retirement options - Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for any higher education degree (bachelor, master, or PHD). Course of study must be approved prior to enrollment.Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment).Free transit passes for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children.Employee assistance program includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.UTA Well a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness.For more information on UTAs Total Rewards benefits package, please visit: https://jobs.jobvite.com/rideuta/#benefits Pay Range: $63,800.00 or more depending on experienceIf interested, apply before: Open until filled* Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at 801-287-2324. A minimum of two workdays notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.,*Utah Transit Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.PM21PM21PIe251acf45796-25660-37726288

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