Compensation & Classification

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UC Santa Cruz recognizes that our success is only possible through the hard work and dedication of our employees. The Compensation & Classification team’s objective is to establish fair and equitable pay practices that are open to all staff consistent with policy, and/or collective bargaining, state and federal law, and the UC Nondiscrimination Statement, and assist campus managers with salary decisions that help recruit, retain, and motivate highly qualified employees. Compensation Analysts are available to consult with Managers/Supervisors and HR Liaisons on classification of positions, pay issues and to interpret pay policy and procedures.

Staff Contact Information – Compensation & Classification Team

Mailstop: SHR

Email: compensation@ucsc.edu
Area Code: 831
Location: Scotts Valley Center, 100 Enterprise Way

ContactTitlePhoneEmail
Shelby YoungCompensation, Classification & Policy Director459-2223syoung@ucsc.edu
Karen SchlossPrincipal Compensation & Classification Analyst459-1258keschlos@ucsc.edu
Benjamin ShortPrincipal Compensation & Classification Analyst459-1869bshort@ucsc.edu
Frank DavidPrincipal Compensation & Classification Analyst502-0779fdavidjr@ucsc.edu
Kristin MellonSenior Compensation & Classification Analyst889-8314kmellon@ucsc.edu
Victoria IriberriSenior Compensation & Classification Analyst459-1870viriberr@ucsc.edu
Last modified: Nov 25, 2025