Total Rewards Analyst

Title Total Rewards Analyst Job Locations US-WI-Madison US-WI-Baraboo US-IA-Dubuque US-WI-Milwaukee Category Human Resources Location : Location US-WI-Madison Job Post Information* : External Company Name MSA Professional Services, Inc. Job Post Information* : External Company URL https://www.msa-ps.com/ Location : Postal Code 53704 Location : Address 1702 Pankratz Street Additional Locations US-WI-Baraboo US-IA-Dubuque US-WI-Milwaukee Role Responsibilities Compensation • Administer and maintain compensation programs, including salary structures, job architecture, and pay ranges aligned with Total Rewards strategy. • Lead data preparation, validation, and analysis for the annual compensation cycle (merit, market adjustments). • Conduct internal equity and market analyses to support consistent, competitive pay decisions. • Provide analytical support and recommendations for off-cycle compensation requests and pay decisions. • Perform financial modeling and scenario analysis to evaluate compensation changes and program impacts. • Partner with Talent Acquisition and HR leaders by delivering compensation insights and structured recommendations. • Collaborate with external compensation consultants to interpret market data and inform salary grade structures. Incentives & Total Rewards Reporting • Support evaluation and continuous improvement of MSA’s Total Rewards programs through data and benchmarking. • Develop Total Rewards reporting and statements that quantify and communicate program value for leadership use. Benefits Analysis • Administer incentive programs, including bonus calculations, audits, and reporting. • Analyze benefits utilization, cost trends, and plan performance to identify improvement opportunities. • Conduct financial and impact analyses for new or enhanced benefit offerings. • Support benefits administration processes, including open enrollment setup and testing. • Partner with vendors and brokers to evaluate performance and resolve complex issues. • Provide informed recommendations that align benefits offerings with overall Total Rewards strategy. Compliance & Data Integrity • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA). • Partner with HRIS to maintain data accuracy and optimize compensation and benefits system functionality. • Develop recurring and ad hoc reports that support executive and HR decision-making. What you bring Skills & Knowledge / Education & Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field. • 5+ years of experience supporting compensation, benefits, HR analytics, or Total Rewards programs. • Strong expertise in compensation practices (market pricing, salary structures, pay equity). • Working knowledge of benefits programs, with the ability to analyze and recommend improvements. • CCP or CBP preferred This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position Why MSA Immediate ownership with 100+ years of community impact Collaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firm Flexible work‑life integration Ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities for all positions Commitment to fostering a work environment where employees have a strong sense of inclusion and belonging Included on the "ENR Top 500 Design Firms" for over 27 straight years Pay & Benefits* Compensation Range: $79,081–$126,500 (commensurate with experience) Flex Time: Work 42 hours this week? Have 2 hours added to your Flex Time balance to use as time off in the future ESOP: Receive MSA stock shares annually, at no cost to the employee Medical, dental & vision insurance for you, spouse, domestic partner, and eligible dependents 17+ days PTO (potentially higher pending experience) + 8 paid holidays Paid parental leave regardless of birth parent 401(k) plan with company matching Short‑term incentive program for annual bonus opportunities Company‑paid life & disability insurance *Full eligibility requirements for listed benefits will be discussed during the hiring process MSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. At MSA, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce, and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hr@msa-ps.com Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer