Broadband Compensation : Frequently Asked Questions

What is Broadbanding?

Broadbanding is a method of grouping jobs and determining pay that makes compensation administration more flexible and more responsive to the needs of changing organizations. Broadbanding eliminates the present hierarchical grading structure and narrow salary ranges. In broadbanding, jobs with similar responsibilities and skill requirements are grouped in "bands" of job families, and pay is linked to the market. The approach reinforces and values the employees' role within the University and the development of competencies to perform the role successfully.

Who is included in Broadbanding?

Administrative Professionals, Confidential Clericals and Professional/Technical

How does broadbanding benefit me?

Broadbanding will have the following benefits:

Managers can make compensation decisions faster and with less paperwork than under the present system;

Employees can receive salary increases when they improve job knowledge, skills and abilities;

The pay for positions will be more closely aligned with market conditions; and,

The University can structure and give team rewards.

1. Compensation Principles and Goals

2. Frequently Asked Questions

3. Memorandum to Members of the President's Cabinet - January 9, 2002