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Assistant Director, Compensation

University of Central Florida
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time
United States, Florida, Orlando
Jan 30, 2026
Human Resources: UCF Human Resources is a trusted partner and catalyst in making UCF the best place to work and positively impact our community by working together to unleash the potential of everyone at UCF. We make it our mission to support and advance UCF's goals by fostering a positive and engaging work environment while identifying and responding to the changing needs of our community. The Opportunity: The Assistant Director of Compensation leads and manages all aspects of the compensation function, including leading a team of highly consultative compensation partners that provide a full breadth of compensation services to unit HR business centers. The role leads annual Business as Usual (BAU) compensation processes, as well as short- and long-term projects and initiatives. The Assistant Director continuously identifies opportunities to improve existing programs, processes, and offerings, while also developing new, competitive, and best-in-class solutions that support the university's strategic goal of being employer of choice. Responsibilities: Lead and manage the daily operations of the compensation function, serving as an escalation point for complex issues and approving recommendations outside established guidelines or past practices. Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the compensation team, including prioritizing work, reviewing work products as appropriate, and supporting the development and performance of team members. Oversee and execute annual and non-annual Business as Usual (BAU) compensation programs and processes, including salary programs, OTP programs, market assessments, salary surveys, and market benchmarking. Lead and support compensation-related projects and initiatives, ensuring successful execution, stakeholder engagement, effective communication, and timely delivery of intended outcomes and deliverables. Partner closely with the Senior Director, HR leadership, and other HR and business partners to identify priorities, develop compensation strategies, and advance best-in-class compensation programs, processes, and practices across the university. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience oran equivalent combination of education and experiencepursuant toFla. Stat. 112.219(6). Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading or supporting enterprise-level compensation programs within higher education or similarly complex, regulated, or decentralized organizations. Demonstrated ability to achieve compensation-related goals and lead change through effective partnership and influence. Hands-on experience using Workday or a comparable HRIS, with a focus on compensation transactions, reporting, and analytics. Experience leading and developing compensation or HR professionals, with the ability to engage multiple perspectives, build consensus, and lead teams effectively. Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as CCP, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR. The most successful candidates may possess the following qualities: Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and creative, while remaining organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable with ambiguity. Ability to communicate clearly and translate big-picture vision into practical, actionable information for leaders and employees. Demonstrated analytical and creative problem-solving skills. General knowledge across HR functions, with a strong customer-focused approach and relationship-building skills. Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential situations with discretion, objectivity, and confidence. Special Instructions to the Applicants: Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future. The anticipated salary range for this position is $75,809 - $100,000. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations. Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential? As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation,you'llplay an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country.You'llbe met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow,you'llwork alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills,andyou'llhave countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck. Working at UCF has itsperks!UCF offers: Benefitpackages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays Retirement savings options Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions Educationassistance And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide. Dive intoourTotal Rewards Calculator to discover the diverseselectionavailable to you, giving you a glimpse into the benefits that together shape your comprehensive rewards package at UCF. Unless explicitlystatedon the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF willresidein Florida as of the date the employment begins. Department Human Resources Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 5:00 PM Type of Appointment Regular Expected Salary $75,809.00 to Negotiable Job Posting End Date 02-13-2026-12-00-AM As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu. For general application or posting questions, please email talent@ucf.edu.