Classification and Compensation

The Classification and Compensation staff is responsible for classifying all staff positions for the campus as well as conducting equity and compensation analysis.

Compensation

• Responsible for all matters related to the administration of the University System of Maryland (USM) Exempt and Nonexempt Pay Programs.
• Provides advocacy assistance for departments with job classification issues
• Performs departmental studies for efficient and effective organization of work
• Conducts position reviews and determines proper classifications
• Recommends titles and salary levels for Exempt and Nonexempt staff
• Reviews non-faculty Contingent 2 employment agreements, conducts market salary surveys; maintains position descriptions for staff positions
• Monitors adherence to salary ranges and levels
• Reviews and approves acting capacity requests and overload requests.

Consulting

The Employment and Compensation Services staff provides consulting services to campus departments and hiring units, such as:

• Ensuring compliance with campus and USM policies
• Ensuring compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act
• Assisting with Organizational Planning
• Conducting training seminars