Position Title: Compensation Specialist Department: Human Resources Job Description: The Compensation Specialist supports the administration and continuous improvement of compensation programs, including base pay and variable pay processes. This role performs market benchmarking, job architecture work, job analysis support, compensation reporting, and compliance-focused audits to promote internal equity, external competitiveness, and consistent pay practices. The analyst partners with HR Business Partners, Payroll, HRIS, and OU Health leadership to ensure accurate compensation data, timely cycle execution and strong controls. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position. Supports compensation administration processes for offers, promotions, market adjustments, and pay changes in accordance with established guidelines. Participates in job architecture and job evaluation work, including job description quality control and FLSA-aligned classification support. Conducts market pricing and benchmarking using survey data; prepares documentation supporting pricing recommendations. Supports job analysis activities by reviewing job content, updating job descriptions, and assisting with classification and FLSA considerations. Assists with salary structure maintenance activities, including range analysis, grade assignment support, and differential review. Supports annual compensation cycles (merit and incentive planning) through data preparation, validation, audits, and deadline coordination. Prepares cost impact models and budget summaries for compensation initiatives and pay actions. Develops and maintains compensation templates and tools; validates inputs and outputs to ensure accuracy and audit readiness. Supports variable pay and incentive calculations, including eligibility validation, payout calculations, and reconciliation controls. Produces routine and ad-hoc compensation reports and summarizes findings for stakeholders. Enters and validates compensation-related transactions and data in HRIS; runs HRIS reports to support audits and decision-making. Partners with Payroll and HRIS to investigate and resolve compensation-related data issues; documents root cause and corrective actions. Drafts manager and employee communications related to compensation processes and program changes. Supports compliance activities by maintaining documentation, audit trails, and consistent application of pay practices. General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree required. Experience: At least 3 years of experience in human resources or a related field required. License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification at the time of hire or attainment within 12 months of hire. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of compensation principles, market pricing, salary structure concepts, and pay administration practices. Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and translate results into clear recommendations and documentation. Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and complex formulas; ability to work in large datasets with accuracy. Ability to support job analysis work, including job description review and classification support. Strong attention to detail and audit mindset; commitment to data integrity and confidentiality. Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain pay guidance clearly. Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholder requests in a fast-paced environment. Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.

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