Salary Administration
The HRSTM Compensation Unit manages wage administration and pay structures to ensure market comparability and internal equity. Our work includes:
- Monitoring salary structures and pay grades.
- Conducting internal and external market analysis.
- Developing career ‘ladders’ for job series versatility.
Questions? Contact Compensation at hrclasscomp@umbc.edu.
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Salary structures show current pay scales. Salary guidelines explain current fiscal year salary policies and merit/COLA information.
View Staff Pay Scales
Review current exempt and nonexempt salary structures.
View Student Wage Guidelines
Review current wage guidance for student employees.
Review FY 2026 Guidelines
Access the latest salary policies and merit summaries.
Ask Compensation
Contact Compensation with questions about salary administration.
Salary Structures
Review the current pay scales for staff and students.
Salary Structures Effective July 1, 2024
Nonexempt Salary Structure
View the current nonexempt staff pay scale.
Fiscal Year 2026 Guidelines
Access the latest UMBC salary policies, merit summaries, and COLA/merit overview materials.
FY 2026 Salary Guidance
FY 2026 Salary Guidelines
Review the current fiscal year salary guidelines.
Salary Guidelines Summary
Review a summary of the FY 2026 salary guidelines.
COLA/Merit Overview Video
Watch an overview of COLA and merit information.
Regulatory Information
Review external wage and regulatory information related to salary administration.
State of Maryland Minimum Wage Poster
Access the State of Maryland minimum wage poster.
Need Assistance?
Contact Compensation with questions about salary structures, wage guidance, or fiscal year salary guidelines.