Q: Why are the Classified salary ranges changing?

As part of an ongoing effort to ensure UTSA salary ranges continue to reflect wage rates paid in the external market, HR Compensation conducted a thorough review of Classified salary ranges.  This review determined that an increase in salary ranges was warranted. 

 

Q:  How do you determine when such a review is warranted?

We have committed to review Classified and A&P salary ranges in alternating years. Classified ranges reviewed in 2007, A&P in 2008, etc. 

 

Q:  What’s the nature of this review?

Basically we compare the salary ranges of Classified jobs to the most recently published salary survey data (market data) for those same jobs. Through this process we can see if wage rates have increased over time (since they were last reviewed).  Based on this data, we make an appropriate recommendation for change.

Q:  Since all Classified salary ranges are increasing, are all individual salaries increasing?

No, the only salary increases resulting from the Classified Range Update will be for individuals whose salary or hourly rates fall below the new range minimum. 

Q: Why aren’t all salaries increasing? 

While it’s important that salary ranges and individual salaries remain competitive, there are separate processes to address ranges and individual salaries. Salary ranges are updated using the review processes described above. Individual salaries are reviewed regularly, and as warranted on an individual basis, by management and can increase through merit, equity increases, and promotions.

Q: What if I have additional questions, or would like to further discuss?

If you have questions about the salary ranges, or the update process, you are always welcome to contact HR Compensation. Your Compensation contacts are: Sarah Gonzales at 458-4254 or Denise Moore at 458-4653.