Total Rewards Analyst

Total Rewards Analyst

MSA is seeking to add a Total Rewards Analyst to our HR Team. This role plays a critical part in shaping and evolving MSA's Total Rewards strategy.

While the primary focus is on compensation analysis, administration, and program development, this role also contributes to the broader Total Rewards ecosystem by evaluating programs, identifying opportunities, and providing data-driven recommendations that enhance our overall employee value proposition.

Who are we looking for?

• Thinks like an analyst first, being comfortable working with data, models, and scenario-based decision making. • Brings a strong compensation foundation, with the ability to zoom out and assess Total Rewards programs holistically. • Naturally questions assumptions and validates decisions with data and market insights. • Translates complex analyses into clear, actionable recommendations for leaders.

MSA specializes in the sustainable development of communities and is proud to be 100% employee owned. With roots reaching back to 1919, MSA has grown from a rural land survey company into a leading multidisciplinary firm of over 550 engineers, architects, planners, funding experts, surveyors, GIS experts, environmental scientists, and more who are committed to making communities better places to live, work, and play.

Come join the ownership team here!

"As an employee-owned company (100% ESOP), working at MSA is not just a job. We're genuine co-owners, and this ESOP setup promotes a culture of collaboration and engagement throughout MSA because we all have a direct financial interest as owners."

-Project Engineer Transportation, Cedar Rapids Office

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

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.

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