Staff Salary Grades and Leveling Matrix
These salary grades have been established to reflect the general value of staff roles to the University. The grades serve as guidance to units and HR to make informed compensation decisions.
Each career track, Support, Professional, Supervisor, and Manager has defined criteria in the following areas of responsibility: Supervision, Fiscal Responsibility, Problem Solving, Independence of Action, Communication and Collaboration, Minimum Relevant Experience and Education.
Salary Grades
| Salary Grade | Minimum | Midpoint | Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $26,100 | $32,000 | $37,800 |
| 2 | $28,700 | $35,200 | $41,600 |
| 3 | $31,600 | $38,700 | $45,800 |
| 4 | $34,800 | $42,600 | $50,500 |
| 5 | $38,300 | $46,900 | $55,500 |
| 6 | $42,100 | $51,600 | $61,000 |
| 7 | $46,400 | $56,800 | $67,300 |
| 8 | $51,000 | $62,500 | $74,000 |
| 9 | $56,200 | $68,800 | $81,500 |
| 10 | $61,800 | $75,700 | $89,600 |
| 11 | $68,200 | $85,200 | $102,300 |
| 12 | $76,700 | $95,900 | $115,100 |
| 13 | $86,300 | $107,900 | $129,500 |
| 14 | $97,100 | $121,400 | $145,700 |
| 15 | $109,300 | $136,600 | $164,000 |
| 16 | $123,200 | $157,100 | $191,000 |
| 17 | $141,700 | $180,700 | $219,600 |
| 18 | $163,000 | $207,800 | $252,700 |
| 19 | $187,500 | $239,000 | $290,600 |
| 20 | $215,600 | $274,900 | $334,200 |
Support
Completes administrative activities and tasks of a technical or functional nature.
| Support | Intermediate Support | Senior Support | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | Demonstrates baseline working knowledge of routine tasks. Follows the standard principles and practices. Acts under direct and frequent supervision using established procedures with detailed instructions. Participates as a team member and actively contributes to completion of team goals. Clearly communicates information. | Demonstrates ability to perform intermediate tasks in defined skill areas. Demonstrates intermediate knowledge of internal procedures. Works under general supervision, performing assignments that may be varied and sometimes difficult. Supports team decisions and follows through with team responsibilities. Interprets and communicates information clearly and accurately. Demonstrates intermediate problem-solving skills. | Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field to decision-making and problem-solving. Works under minimum supervision on varied and sometimes difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor or subject matter experts on unusual matters. May lead others or a team in completion of complex assignments. Interprets and communicates information clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Researches and tries new approaches when solving difficult or novel problems. |
| Supervisory Responsibilities | None | - May provide basic direction to lower level support staff | - May serve as lead support staff and/or provide basic direction to lower level support staff - May serve as direct supervisor for part-time, student, and/or temporary workers or volunteers |
| Fiscal Responsibility | - Typically none - May handle routine financial transactions |
- Handles routine financial transactions - May validate and pay invoices |
- Handles financial transactions - May validate and pay invoices - May monitor/track budgets for specific area and/or grant(s) |
| Problem Solving | - Encounters routine problems - Follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems - Demonstrates working knowledge of institutional policies and procedures |
- Encounters generally routine problems; occasionally faces more complex and/or varied problems - Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems - Applies knowledge of institutional policies and procedures in determining course of action |
- Encounters generally routine problems; occasionally faces more complex and/or varied problems - Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems - May use experience to resolve more complex and/or varied problems, with supervisor oversight - Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of institutional policies and procedures in determining course of action |
| Independence of Action | - Work is closely monitored by supervisor - Detailed instructions and procedures are provided - Applies standard operating procedures with limited guidelines for deviation |
- Work is generally monitored by supervisor - Detailed instructions and procedures are generally provided - Uses available guidelines to make appropriate adaptations to routine situations and refers other situations to supervisor |
- Works with minimal supervision on more difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters - May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor |
| Communication & Collaboration | - Communicates mostly internally within working unit - May communicate with external audiences for scheduling/coordination - Collaborates closely with team members - Clearly communicates information, ideas, or instructions verbally and in writing |
- Communicates internally within working unit and/or the University - May communicate with external audiences for scheduling/coordination - Collaborates closely with team members - Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly and accurately both verbally and in written materials that may be intended for distribution |
- Communicates internally within working unit and/or the University - May communicate with external audiences for scheduling/coordination - Collaborates closely with team members; may interact with other staff outside of area - Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly and accurately both verbally and in written materials that may be intended for distribution |
| Minimum Relevant Experience | No prior relevant work experience required | 2+ years of relevant experience | 4+ years of relevant experience |
| Minimum Education | High School Diploma/GED or Vocational Training/Degree | High School Diploma/GED or Vocational Training/Degree | Associate's Degree |
Professional
Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.
| Professional | Intermediate Professional | Advanced Professional | Senior Professional | Principal Professional | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | Demonstrates baseline working knowledge of routine work tasks. Follows the standard principles and practices. Acts under direct and frequent supervision using established procedures with detailed instructions. Participates as a team member and actively contributes to completion of team goals. Clearly communicates information. | Demonstrates ability to perform intermediate tasks in defined skill areas. Demonstrates intermediate knowledge of internal procedures. Works under general supervision, performing assignments that may be varied and sometimes difficult. Supports team decisions and follows through with team responsibilities. Interprets and communicates information clearly and accurately. Demonstrates intermediate problem-solving skills. | Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field to decision-making and problem-solving. Works under minimum supervision on varied and sometimes difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor or subject matter experts on unusual matters. May lead others or a team in completion of complex assignments. Interprets and communicates information clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Researches and tries new approaches when solving difficult or novel problems. | Demonstrates advanced knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field. Works independently on moderately complex work assignments under limited oversight, reviews progress, and evaluates results. Monitors work and projects ensuring timeliness, quality, and efficiency. Identifies and mobilizes resources to achieve outcomes. Trains others and reviews progress with management. Presents ideas, concepts, and instructions in a clear and persuasive manner. Develops new techniques, concepts, and approaches and applies them to moderately complex and strategic and/or operational issues. | Displays mastery of defined skill areas/applications, principles, theories and practices. Evaluates and enhances existing practices. Recognizes emerging trends in area of expertise. Works independently on complex or strategic assignments. Directs and delegates appropriate tasks to others. Implements strategies to ensure achievement of initiatives. Prepares written and/or verbal presentations or proposals on complex issues and deliver to broad audiences. Identifies and implements innovative solutions to important, highly complex strategic and/or operational issues. |
| Supervisory Responsibilities | None | - May serve as direct supervisor for part-time, student, and/or temporary workers or volunteers | - Indirect supervisor or mentor for other full-time employees - May serve as direct supervisor for part-time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full-time employee |
- Indirect supervisor for other full-time employees - May serve as direct supervisor for part-time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full-time employee |
- Indirect supervisor for other full-time employees - May serve as direct supervisor for part-time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full-time employee |
| Fiscal Responsibility | - Typically none | - May validate and pay invoices | - May validate and pay invoices - May monitor/track budgets and funding |
- May validate and pay invoices - Monitors and tracks budgets and funding |
- Validates and pays invoices - Monitors and tracks budgets and funding - May plan and forecast budgets |
| Problem Solving | - Encounters routine problems - Follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems |
- Encounters generally routine problems; occasionally faces more complex and/or varied problems - Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems - Applies knowledge of larger unit goals, priorities, and related procedures in determining course of action |
- Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems - Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems - May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems, with supervisor oversight - Researches and tries new approaches when solving problems |
- Encounters moderately complex problems - Applies specialized knowledge and skills to resolve problems - Understands benefits, limitations, and impact of potential solutions |
- Encounters complex and novel problems - Applies policies, practices, specialized knowledge, and skills to resolve problems - Understands benefits, limitations, and impact of potential solutions - Anticipates potential problems and recommends possible solutions within general guidelines |
| Independence of Action | - Work is closely monitored by supervisor - Detailed instructions and procedures are provided - Applies standard operating procedures with limited guidelines for deviation |
- Work is generally monitored by supervisor - Detailed instructions and procedures are generally provided - Uses available guidelines to make appropriate adaptations to routine situations and refers other situations to supervisor |
- Works with minimal supervision on more difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters - Follows precedents and procedures - May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor |
- Works independently on moderately complex work assignments, reviews progress, and evaluates results - May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor - May review the work of others to verify accuracy and conformance to required procedures and special instructions |
- Works independently on complex or strategic assignments - Uses existing practices as guidelines as well as working knowledge to determine specific work methods - Carries out work activities independently, with supervisor available to resolve problems - Reviews work of others to verify technical soundness |
| Communication & Collaboration | - Typically communicates internally within working unit - Collaborates closely with team members - Clearly communicates information, ideas, or instructions verbally and in writing |
- Communicates internally within working unit and/or the University - May communicate with external audiences - Collaborates closely with team members - Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly and accurately both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution |
- Communicates internally and externally within working unit and the University - May communicate with external audiences for business purposes - Promotes open communication in a manner that builds relationships among team members - Applies appropriate strategies for managing conflict; negotiate reasonable compromises; propose and evaluate possible solutions - Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution |
- Communicates internally within working unit and the University - Communicates with external audiences for scheduling/coordination - May communicate with external audiences for business purposes - Coaches others in using appropriate strategies for resolving conflict; negotiating reasonable compromises; and proposing and evaluating possible solutions - Give candid and constructive feedback to others to influence and persuade managers and employees to accept and implement findings and recommendations |
- Communicates with both internal and external audiences - Collaborates closely with team members and area leads across the University - Prepares written and/or verbal presentations or proposals on complex issues and delivers to a broad variety of audiences - Establishes and maintains networks to facilitate successful communication among units |
| Minimum Relevant Experience | No prior relevant work experience required | 1+ years of relevant experience | 3+ years of relevant experience | 6+ years of relevant experience | 8+ years of relevant experience |
| Minimum Education | Associate's or Bachelor's Degree (some profiles may require additional education) | Associate's or Bachelor's Degree (some profiles may require additional education) | Bachelor's Degree (some profiles may require additional education) | Bachelor's or Master's Degree (some profiles may require additional education) | Bachelor's or Master's Degree (some profiles may require additional education) |
Supervisor
Supervises direct reports, but primarily completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.
| Supervisor | Senior Supervisor | |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | Demonstrates appropriate knowledge to perform own work; spends majority of time on tasks related to own job responsibilities. Demonstrates baseline planning, organizing, directing, and facilitating skills. Reviews completed work of others to verify accuracy and quality. Follows recommended approaches to assigned work. Supervises assigned staff and coordinates routine work activities. Monitors employee interactions and facilitates a productive working environment. Communicates instructions and policies in a consistent, effective and timely manner. Identifies and addresses concerns appropriately. Makes recommendations for possible solutions. | Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge to perform own work; spends majority of time on tasks related to own job responsibilities. May demonstrate subject matter expertise. Demonstrates intermediate to advanced planning, organizing, directing, and facilitating skills. Demonstrates the ability to coach assigned employees. Assigns and reviews completed work to verify accuracy, quality, and adherence to professional standards. Trains, coaches, mentors, and motivates staff. Anticipates potential problems, issues, and opportunities; researches and recommends solutions within defined policies. May develop creative recommendations for solving problems. |
| Supervisory Responsibilities | Typically oversees at least 2 full-time direct reports or equivalent team of part-time and/or student workers (for Support track, performs work at Senior Support level or higher; for Professional track, performs work at the Advanced Professional level or higher) | Typically oversees at least 2 full-time direct reports or equivalent team of part-time and/or student workers (for Professional track, performs work at the Senior Professional level or higher) |
| Fiscal Responsibility | - May validate and pay invoices - May monitor/track budgets for specific area and/or grant(s) |
- May validate and pay invoices - Monitors and tracks budgets for specific area and/or grant(s) - May assist in planning and forecasting budgets |
| Problem Solving | - Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems - Typically follows standard operating procedures to resolve problems - May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems - Applies proven and tries new approaches when solving problems |
- Encounters moderately complex problems - Applies general precedents and practices and specialized knowledge and skills to resolve problems - Understands benefits, limitations and impact of potential solutions - Anticipates potential problems and recommends possible solutions within general guidelines |
| Independence of Action | - Works with minimal supervision on difficult work assignments, conferring with manager on unusual matters - Follows precedents and procedures - Organizes work of direct reports and may set priorities within general guidelines established by manager - Reviews the work of others to verify accuracy, quality, and conformance to required procedures and special instructions |
- Works independently on moderately complex work assignments, reviews progress, and evaluates results - Organizes work of direct reports and sets team priorities - Reviews the work of others to verify accuracy, quality, and adherence to professional standards |
| Communication & Collaboration | - Communicates internally within working unit and the University - Communicates with external audiences for scheduling/coordination - May communicate with external audiences for business purposes - Collaborates closely with team members; may interact with other staff outside of area - Utilizes a communication style that is appropriate for a given situation - Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly and accurately both verbally and in written materials |
- Communicates internally within working unit and the University - Communicates with external audiences for scheduling/coordination - May communicate with external audiences for business purposes - Collaborates closely with team members; may interact with other staff outside of area - Utilizes a communication style that is appropriate for a given situation - Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution |
| Minimum Relevant Experience | 3+ years of relevant experience | 6+ years of relevant experience |
| Minimum Education | Support Track - Associate's Degree; Professional Track - Bachelor's Degree (some profiles may require additional education) | Bachelor's or Master's Degree (some profiles may require additional education) |
Management
Manages direct reports where primary duty is the management of a working unit.
| Manager | Senior Manager | Principal Manager | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | Demonstrates proficient ability in work design, project management, financial planning and development of goals for accomplishing unit assignments. Reviews and guides work to ensure conformity to policy and effective approaches. Evaluates employee performance and recommend development opportunities. Demonstrates ability to coach employees. Presents and communicates key university indicatives and connects it to unit contributions. Provides broad guidelines. Develops, evaluates, enhances, and/or implements quality improvement practices. Recommends innovative solutions. | Demonstrates advanced skills in critical functions related to unit's success. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of emerging technologies and processes. Monitors completed work of others to ensure effectiveness and adherence to requirements. Sets clear expectations and holds team accountable. Establishes a shared team/unit vision. Demonstrates ability to evaluate and enhance team/unit practices that promote a strong commitment to inclusionary practices. Coaches others using appropriate strategies. Demonstrates diplomacy. Demonstrates ability to serve as liaison between senior-level management and staff. Resolves complex, controversial, or unprecedented issues and problems. | Demonstrates awareness of broad issues and management trends. Applies exemplary management principles. Evaluates impact of policy and adjusts accordingly. Ensures appropriate skills are developed and maintained within team/unit. Realigns staff responsibilities to meet desired changes. Provides administrative and policy direction. Develops and articulates broad goals. Fosters collaboration between units. Engages in written and verbal communications that reach a university-wide and/or broad external audience. Develops and implements solutions to highly complex and often controversial problems. |
| Supervisory Responsibilities | - Oversees a team (typically 4 or more; no fewer than 2) full-time direct reports of individual contributors and/or first level supervisors. | - Oversees large team or teams of individual contributors and/or supervisors/managers - Leads a department or functional area |
- Oversees teams of other supervisors/managers - Leads a business unit |
| Fiscal Responsibility | - Monitors and tracks department/area budget - May plan, forecast, and/or assist in developing budgets - May have final signature authority for specific area |
- Monitors and tracks large budgets - Plans, forecasts, and/or develops budgets - May approve budgets for specific area - Typically has final signature authority for specific area |
- Plans, forecasts, develops, and/or approves budgets - Typically has final signature authority for business unit |
| Problem Solving | - Encounters varied and complex problems - Helps to develop creative and/or novel approaches to resolve problems that are difficult in nature but within limited scope - Modifies, adapts, or refines guidelines if necessary to resolve issues or problems |
- Encounters highly varied and complex problems that impacts the team and possibly the unit - Develops creative and/or novel approaches to resolve problems that are difficult in nature - Independently resolves complex and/or unprecedented issues and problems |
- Encounters highly varied and complex problems that may have a significant impact on multiple units and/or the University - Regularly develops creative and/or novel approaches to resolve the most difficult problems - Creates an environment that encourages imaginative solutions to problems |
| Independence of Action | - Works independently on complex or strategic assignments - Uses existing practices and advanced working knowledge to determine appropriate work methods for the team - Reviews completed work of others for conformity to policy, and effectiveness of approach - Delegates advanced tasks to others |
- Work results are not clearly defined - Generally sets own goals and determines how to accomplish results with few or no guidelines to follow - Monitors completed work of others to ensure soundness of approach, effectiveness of meeting requirements, the feasibility of recommendations and adherences to requirements - Delegates more advanced tasks to others |
- Work results are not clearly defined and may be frequently changing - Sets own goals and determines how to accomplish results with few or no guidelines to follow - Oversees completed work of others and is accountable for unit results - Delegates advanced tasks to others and provides guidance to team members |
| Communication & Collaboration | - Communicates with both internal and external audiences - Collaborates closely with team members and various areas across the University - Prepares written and/or verbal presentations or proposals on complex issues and delivers to a broad variety of audiences - Communicates key university initiatives and how unit’s work contributes to their achievement - Presents ideas, concepts and instructions in a clear manner, and uses persuasion and negotiation to build consensus and cooperation - Establishes and maintains networks to facilitate successful communication among units |
- Communicates with both internal and external audiences - Collaborates closely with team members and various areas across the University - Fosters collaboration between units and engages others' coordinated efforts to reach desired outcomes with broad scope |
- Communicates with both internal and external audiences - May represent the University externally - Collaborates closely with team members and other leaders across the University - Communicates a compelling vision that inspires and motivates others |
| Minimum Relevant Experience | 8+ years of relevant experience 3+ years of supervisory experience |
10+ years of relevant experience, includes 3+ years of supervisory experience | 10+ years of relevant experience, includes 5+ years of supervisory experience |
| Minimum Education | Bachelor's or Master's Degree (some profiles may require additional education) | Bachelor's or Master's Degree (some profiles may require additional education) | Bachelor's or Master's Degree (some profiles may require additional education) |