Compensation Specialist (Confidential Administrative Support II)

Job Title

Compensation Specialist

Classification

Confidential Administrative Support II

AutoReqId

553888

Department

Compensation Services

Division

Vice President of Human Resources

Salary Range

Classification Range $4,687 - $11,223 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $4,687 - $6,000 per month)

Appointment Type

Ongoing

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, Cal State Fullerton was founded in 1957 and has grown to serve more than 43,000 students. As a leading campus of the California State University system, the University serves as both an intellectual and cultural hub for the region and a driving force in workforce and economic development.

We are dedicated to student success through innovative, high-impact educational experiences and robust support programs. Equally, we invest in the growth of our staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training opportunities, and ongoing professional development.

As a member of the Titan Community, you’ll have access to a wide range of campus resources and experiences-including the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden, cultural performances at the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Titan Athletics events, the Titan Recreation Center, and our Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About the Position:

The Division of Human Resources and Inclusive Excellence is committed to the mission of meeting the needs of a multi-cultural, inclusive campus community. Our highly qualified team of professionals is focused on providing human resource services and supports the University's goal to recruit and retain a high-quality faculty and staff. We seek an exceptional individual to join our Compensation Services team as the Compensation Specialist (Confidential Administrative Support II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the direction of the Associate Director of Compensation Services, the Compensation Specialist contributes to the overall efficiency and success of the Compensation Services Unit within the Division of Human Resources and Inclusive Excellence. This position is part of a team responsible for collaborating on unit objectives, integrating, and making suggestions on long- and short-range goals. Performs confidential analytical functions related to staff positions, requiring a high level of initiative, judgement, and discretion. Completes compensation and classification related analyses, including but not limited to, classification reviews, in-range progressions, reassignments, stipends, and bonuses for staff positions. Interprets and applies various Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA), salary programs, federal and state laws, as well as complex and sensitive CSU Classification Standards and salary data. Compiles reports, processes personnel documents, and other administrative functions. This position routinely accesses confidential information and provides management with analysis and data for issues related to collective bargaining agreements, including meet and confer issues as they relate to classification and compensation. Maintains a high level of confidentiality. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

High School diploma or the equivalent at least one year of general office experience. Possession of fundamental written and oral communication skills, including a basic foundation in English grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Ability to understand basic office procedures, operate standard office equipment and software, and perform basic arithmetic. Possession of basic typing and keyboard skills. Ability to provide work direction, train, and provide guidance to other employees. Ability to make recommendations on employee staffing issues. Ability to coordinate events and special projects.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university. At lease two years of Human Resources experience. Familiarity with collective bargaining agreements and their impact on compensation practices. Skilled in interpreting complex data and presenting findings clearly. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to navigate sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities. Prior experience working with compensation and classification actions in a higher education environment.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.

Advertised: Dec 11 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Jan 08 2026 Pacific Standard Time

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• Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton

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