Compensation structures
Compensation structures provide a consistent framework for defining and compensating roles.
Compensation
Compensation at K-State
Compensation plays an essential role in why people choose to work, grow and stay here. As the university advances its strategic plan, compensation helps us attract talented faculty and staff, recognize the impact of their work and support a thriving, engaged workforce. By offering market-aligned pay structures, transparent practices and clear pathways for development, we strengthen our ability to deliver on K-State’s mission of teaching, research and service.
Understanding pay
Learn more about the factors that influence compensation at K-State.
Nonexempt and exempt status
Explore the fundamentals of the Fair Labor Standards Act and how it impacts time reporting.
Position management
Understand how positions are documented, updated and classified at K-State.
Resources for managers
These resources are provided to help you make informed decisions with employees.
Compensation philosophy
K-State's compensation philosophy is to attract, retain and promote talent through fair practices.
Additional resources
Pay regulations and compliance
K-State must follow several federal and state laws designed to ensure fairness and transparency in employee compensation.
Terms and definitions
Review common terms and definitions applied to university compensation.
About Compensation and Organizational Effectiveness
Learn more about the work of Human Resources Compensation and Organizational Effectiveness.
Payroll
Payroll helps employees understand their paycheck or access the forms needed to manage pay information.
Time and leave
The time and leave system homepage has guides, FAQs and access to ADP.