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HR Program Administrator, Classification & Compensation

Maricopa Community College district
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
United States, Arizona, Tempe
2411 West 14th Street (Show on map)
Sep 17, 2025
HR Program Administrator, Classification & Compensation Job ID: 321855 Location: District Support Services Cntr Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Salary Range $78,828.00 - $102,476.00/annually, DOE The posted salary reflects the range from the minimum to the midpoint of the full salary range. In accordance with MCCCD pay practices and procedures, new hires may be placed anywhere within this range, up to the midpoint, based on their qualifications and experience. Grade 120 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time 20 Paid Observed Holidays Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents Annual Professional Development Funding Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs: District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings Pre-Retirement Planning Events Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary The HR Program Administrator (Classification & Compensation) provides leadership and oversight of specialized classification and compensation programs across the Maricopa Community College District. Specifically, this role is responsible for the administration and implementation of district-wide initiatives regarding faculty pay, part-time pay, salary schedules, and/or general annual increases. Responsibilities include leading complex and technical projects, and liaising with the HRIS team to support data integrity, system functionality, and reporting activities. This position serves as a primary point of contact and subject-matter expert for faculty pay administration. Essential Functions Faculty Pay Administration (40%) Serve as a subject matter expert for faculty pay as it relates to areas such as annual increases, adherence to policies, procedures, salary structures, salary schedules, and pay steps. Evaluate faculty education and experience for initial placement and advancement in accordance with the Residential Faculty Policies (RFP) and other governing agreements. Advise leadership on faculty compensation matters, including contract step placement, overload/adjunct pay rates, and equity or market adjustments. Facilitate and manage technical projects related to faculty pay administration. Classification & Job Design (20%) Update and validate salary schedules, part-time pay guidelines, or other documents related to classification and compensation work. Assist with and/or lead data validation efforts for pay increases and other classification and compensation projects or tasks. Compensation & Pay Placement (20%) Administer the district's faculty compensation plans, including salary structures, pay ranges, and internal equity analyses. Depending on the assignment or need, may also assist with the same for non-faculty employees. Oversee the application of the Staff Pay Placement SOP and faculty placement guidelines, including initial placement and promotional adjustments. Facilitate and manage technical projects related to compensation and pay placement administration. Compliance & Policy Development (10%) Evaluate and facilitate compliance with federal, state, and local wage-and-hour regulations, RFP agreements, and district policies. Develop updates for Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), guidelines, and training materials to ensure consistency and transparency in classification and pay practices. Partner with Legal, Payroll, and HRIS teams to implement changes and maintain data integrity within PeopleSoft HCM or other HRIS. Consultation & Training (10%) Provide expert consultation to campus HR offices, department chairs, and hiring managers on classification and compensation questions. Design and deliver training sessions and reference materials on job design, pay placement, and faculty pay administration. Prepare and present reports, dashboards, and salary analyses to executive leadership and governing boards. Supervision Note: This position will not initially be assigned supervisory responsibilities; however, it may be assigned to directly or indirectly supervise others on a project or ongoing basis in the future. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in human resources, mathematics, statistics, business analytics, information technology, information systems, data science, logic and computation, economics, professional and technical writing/communication, legal studies, or a related field, and five (4) years of work experience in a role related to the intended area of assignment. OR An equivalent combination of education and/or experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered. Desired Qualifications 1. Educational background supporting the technical nature of the position 2. Experience leading or facilitating technical projects 3. Data analysis, validation, and manipulation expertise 4. Experience with classification and compensation programs or initiatives 5. Experience with compensation pay structures 6. Experience in a higher education or public sector environment 7. Experience working with HRIS programs How to Apply Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter that details how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. A cover letter may further highlight an applicant's knowledge, skill and abilities. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information. Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or; Part-Time employment (must include number of hours worked) Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview. Posting Close Date Open until filled First Review September 30, 2025 Applications received after the review date may not be screened EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=321855&PostingSeq=1 jeid-2ea71764a29c1147815dbeb02d61c8a0