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Compensation Specialist, Human Resources

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
$50,000-$62,000,
remote work
United States, Virginia, Charlottesville
1215 Lee Street (Show on map)
Nov 15, 2025
The University of Virginia Human Resources (UVA HR) invites applications for a Compensation Specialist to support UVA's strategic goals by delivering expert guidance on compensation practices, job classification, and market analysis. This role serves as a key resource to HR Business Partners and stakeholders, ensuring consistency, compliance, and alignment with institutional priorities. The position offers the opportunity to lead impactful projects, contribute to system enhancements, and shape the future of compensation at UVA. The Compensation Specialist supports UVA's strategic goals by delivering expert guidance on compensation practices, job classification, and market analysis. This role serves as a key resource to HR Business Partners and stakeholders, ensuring consistency, compliance, and alignment with institutional priorities. The position offers the opportunity to lead impactful projects, contribute to system enhancements, and shape the future of compensation at UVA. Key Responsibilities: Provide guidance on job classification and compensation policies Support compensation data systems and initiatives Advise HR partners and recruiters on compensation principles Lead job classification and reclassification processes Maintain integrity of Workday job catalog Conduct market parity and equity studies Recommend pay plan adjustments based on benchmarks Perform other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Experience: Two years of compensation or HR-related experience Licensure/Certifications: None required Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree (may substitute for experience) Experience: Experience with Workday or similar HRIS systems Physical Demands This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings and programs. The anticipated hiring range is $50,000-$62,000, commensurate with education and experience. This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits. This position is fully remote and may be performed outside of Charlottesville, VA, in alignment with UVA's remote work guidelines. To learn more about UVA and the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA. Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship at this time. How to Apply Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0077783. Complete an application with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration. Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required. For questions about the application process, please contact Ashley Cochran, alc6dk@virginia.edu. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.