HR Specialist

Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs. Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account. Position Summary: Florida Atlantic University is seeking an HR Specialist - Boca Raton, FL Reports directly to a unit lead, director or upper-level administrator. Responsible for paraprofessional HCM classification and compensation processing to support and administer the University's classification and compensation structures and strategies. Job Expectations/Duties: 30% A. Classification Provides consultation to departmental HR Partners, Business Managers, and Deans/Directors regarding position creation, design, titling, and classification. Review and evaluate position both within individual Schools/Colleges as well as in relation to the University and the higher education market for consistency in position titling and classification. Perform position reviews and analysis to determine appropriate position title based on the position or role's expectations, duties, and skillsets required (and desired) and evaluate position duties to determine exempt and nonexempt status (per Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) regulations). Perform any/all of the applicable classification HCM tasks/steps, as required in the University's ERP, Workday. This is inclusive of any/all requests from the University community, including the Essential Personnel business process (BP). 30% B. Compensation Perform and conducts salary reviews and analyses for internal reviews for compensation studies, internal equity comparisons/reviews, market salary reviews, etc. Review any/all compensation change requests to ensure compliance to University Regulations. Provide direction and guidance to Schools/Colleges, Deans/Directors and Supervisors. Compensation in inclusive of: FAU Regulation 5.016 - Employee Bonus Plans and related compensation (Work Performance, Recruitment, Retention, COM's University Faculty Pay Plan, etc.) Additional Assignment Compensation (FAU policy No. 702) FAU Policy 7.5, Special Pay, Lum Sum/Bonuses, Pay Additives Perqusites Perform any/all of the applicable compensation HCM tasks/steps, as required in the University's ERP, Workday. This is inclusive of any/all requests from the University community. 20% C. Classification and Compensation HCM Support Partners with the Workday Operations (WO) team and colleges/departments to review organizational structure change requests. Assists departments and colleges with Supervisory Organization requests. Assists in the development, testing, and maintenance of classification and compensation and related HCM data needs, including, but not limited to, HCM business processes (BPs), annual Smoke Tests, etc. Works with all HR units, Payroll, and Workday Operations (WO) to troubleshoot Classification and Compensation related issues. In collaboration with Employee Training and Development, facilitate Workday HCM training for Classification and Compensation and related business processes, as required or requested, to applicable audiences. As a valued member of the Classification and Compensation unit, assist in collecting and/or performing the required data to respond to salary surveys and position inquiries, including, but not limited to, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), College and University Professional Associate for Human Resources (CUPA-HR), American Association of University Professors (AAUP), Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Department of Labor (DOL), and the State University System Board of Governors (BOG) and College and University Human Resources Executives group (CUHRE). Monitors various reports and follows up with HR Partners as necessary for HCM and related reports including, but not limited to: Costing Allocations, Compensation Plan End Dates, Current Worker Detail Report, Employee Compensation Audit, and Working Titles Discrepancy Report. 20% D. Other Duties Assist in the review and update of any/all classification and compensation information on the HR webpages and related job aids to ensure for accuracy and compliance. Stay abreast current HR developments in classification, compensation and related/applicable laws and regulations. Attend required trainings and conferences as delegated/assigned. Share best practices as learned. Perform self-service updates for your individual personnel HR record via Workday (i.e., absence/ sick leave entry, annual evaluation data entry, emergency contact information, W4 updates, etc.) Perform other duties as assigned. As a valued member of the University community, serve/participate in workgroups or special ad-hoc committees and/or project appointments. FAU Benefits and Perks If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Sick Leave Pool Program. Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President's discretion). Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at Explore Living in Palm Beach County The goal is to provide local employers and new employees in the area a comprehensive guide with places to live. View it here: Discover Housing Resources in Palm Beach County | BDB Minimum Qualifications: Experience working in Human Resources or performing human resources functions in related roles is required for appointment. Salary: $45,000 - $55,000 annually. Compensation based on experience. FLSA exempt full-time position. College or Department: Department of Human Resources Location: Boca Raton Work Days and Hours: Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Application Deadline: 2026-06-29 Special Instructions to Applicant: **This vacancy announcement may close at any time without prior notice** ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON WORK DAYS AND HOURS: While normal working hours are during the regular work week, contingent upon HR activities or events, occasional evening and weekend hours will be expected at times. Additionally, occasional travel for work purposes including travel to other FAU locations will also be expected as need arise. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: Resume OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED: Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED: Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check. REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at ... or send an email at .... To contact Human Resources, please call .... For communication assistance call 7-1-1. Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins. With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply. To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu In order to be considered for a position, you must apply through this job website. For more information on how to apply for a position, please review the applicable Applicant Tutorial. To contact Recruitment Services, send an e-mail to .... 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Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant's 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).