Compensation Specialist

The Compensation Specialist reports to the Compensation Manager and provides analytical and project administration support by preparing salary survey submissions, job descriptions, and pay analyses.

The successful candidate will embody and work to reinforce MAA’s Core Values. Those values include:

• Appreciating the uniqueness of each individual

• Communicating openly and with integrity

• Embracing opportunities

• Doing the right thing at the right time for the right reasons

Duties and Responsibilities

• Participates in salary surveys for the company by gathering and organizing data, matching company jobs to survey jobs and answering survey questions to ensure completion by submission deadlines

• Prepares and/or updates job descriptions according to specifications; audits job descriptions for accuracy and compliance with policies, procedures and federal regulations

• Evaluates compliance with Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) compliance

• Provides compensation analytical support for salary offers and adjustments; prepares ad-hoc reports; evaluates internal and external value of new and existing jobs using published salary survey data and comparisons to internal jobs to assign pay grades and ranges

• Prepares, initiates and/or audits compensation and related transactions including, but not limited to, pay adjustments, bonuses and incentives

• Audits and analyzes data sets (e. g., pay rate and incentive calculations)

• Prepares, organizes and maintains data, reports, records and files

• Maintains data integrity, accuracy and confidentiality

• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and one to two years of human resources and/or analytical experience required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a human resources information system (HRIS) strongly preferred

• Experience with analytical and project administration experience preferred

• Experience in compensation, commissions, or sales administration or related area preferred

• Professional certification in compensation (CCP) and/or human resources (SHRM-SCP or CP, SPHR or PHR) preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of base and/or incentive compensation principles and practices, including analysis, administration, and/or compliance with state and federal laws (FLSA, EEO)

• Skill and ability to clearly and concisely communicate verbally and in writing

• Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills and attention to detail

• Knowledge and skills to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments and meet deadlines

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)

• Knowledge of human resource information systems (HRIS) or other related systems

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and maintain appropriate discretion

MAA recognizes that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and outstanding advancementopportunities. We offer a comprehensive benefits package* including, but not limited to, the following:

* Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

* Life and Disability Insurance

* Employee Assistance Program

* Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay

* 401(k) Retirement Plan

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Adoption Reimbursement

* Apartment Discount

* Opportunities for promotion and internal career advancement

*Eligibility for benefit plans and programs vary based on hours worked and length of employment.

We are committed to providing service excellence and value to those who depend on us at MAA. Our people-first approach has been transforming properties into communities and apartments into homes for over 25 years. As the largest owner-operator of multifamily apartments in the United States – we are established leaders in the real estate space – bringing tremendous opportunities to those looking to build their careers. We invite you to explore our Brighter View and find your place at MAA!

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