Compensation Manager

Compensation Manager

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Compensation Manager at Belmont University.

Employment Type	Staff
Internal Job Category	Exempt (Staff) Full-Time
Department	Human Resources
Hours	37.5

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:	Position purpose: A key member of the Human Resources team ensuring the compensation plans are competitive, consistent, and compliant and aligned with Belmont University’s mission, vision, and strategic goals. The individual will be accountable for the development, implementation, and administration of new and revised compensation programs, policies, and procedures. Belmont University: Located two miles from thriving downtown Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University consists of more than 9,000 students from every state and 33 countries. Nationally ranked and consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report for innovation in higher education, the University offers more than 115 areas of undergraduate study, 41 master’s programs and five doctoral degrees. With a focus on whole person formation and data-informed social innovation, Belmont is committed to forming diverse leaders of character equipped to solve the world’s complex problems. Nationally recognized for its innovative approach and commitment to undergraduate teaching, Belmont is a Christ-centered, student-focused community intent on developing diverse leaders of purpose, character, wisdom, and a transformational mindset who are eager and equipped to make the world a better place. In the classroom and beyond, the University aims to empower students, faculty, and staff to become radical champions for helping people and communities to flourish. Five key themes undergird the University’s vision and help differentiate a Belmont education: the pursuit of 1) whole person formation, 2) data-informed social innovation, 3) an integrative approach to health and wellness, 4) hope and inclusive excellence to help reweave the social fabric and 5) storytelling that inspires the world with messages of truth, beauty, and goodness. While committed to being global citizens, Belmont also seeks to be a great neighbor, engaging with and serving Nashville and the broader Middle Tennessee region as a trusted community partner. The University’s location in the heart of the Tennessee’s capital – and Nashville’s growing reputation as one of the nation’s most dynamic, creative, and inviting cities – provides the perfect backdrop for an amazing higher education experience in a community known as “the Athens of the South.” Belmont University provides an unparalleled environment for students to become all they were created to be. Benefits: Belmont University wants to ensure your needs are met. We offer a robust benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSAs, paid parental leave, generous time off, retirement plans with matching funds, tuition reduction for employees and dependents, flexible work arrangements, and much more. Essential Functions: Serve as a subject matter expert on compensation strategy and administration for the university. Manages the development, implementation, and administration of compensation programs. Monitors the effectiveness of existing compensation practices and recommends changes that are cost-effective and consistent with compensation trends and University objectives. Serve as a resource to managers and staff in collaboration with HR on all aspects of the compensation process including analysis of and advice on pay decisions, policy interpretations, and job evaluations ensuring compensation programs are properly administered. Participates in the creation and implementation of promotion and merit rating programs. Evaluates position descriptions for FLSA exemption status, compensation group, internal equity, and external market position documenting recommendations for new positions or changes to existing roles. Ensures adherence to established policies and makes recommendations for change as appropriate. Prepares spreadsheets, analyzing data and interpreting results and maintaining documentation for audit purposes. Compiles, prepares, and presents compensation data. Oversee wage and salary survey data collection and recommend changes based on analysis. Ensures programs and policies are in compliance with all State and Federal laws and regulations. The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
Required Qualifications:	Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff that share the University’s values and will contribute to its mission and vision to be a leader among teaching universities bringing together the best of liberal arts and professional education in a Christ-centered community of learning and service. Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities): The ideal candidate will have the following: Deep knowledge of compensation benchmarking, compensation practices and principles Demonstrated ability to keep abreast of regulatory, market and compensation practice changes and trends Experience with salary surveys, benchmarking analysis and job classifications Knowledge of all federal, state, and local regulations and compliance requirements related to employee compensation Outstanding skills in data analysis and data reporting, including graphical reporting Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels Strong organizational, time management, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills Ability to interpret policies and procedures to proactively resolve issues or improve processes Excellent analytical, financial and spreadsheet skills Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM, etc.) Knowledge and experience with Ellucian Banner and CSOD Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills

Required Education	Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Prefer a Compensation Professional (CCP) certification. Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM, etc.) also desired.

Required Experience	Eight or more years of progressive experience in human resources with three or more years of experience in compensation management.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements	The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak and hear sufficiently to communicate effectively by phone or in person at normal volumes. The employee’s vision must be adequate to read correspondence, computer screen, forms, etc. The position requires good manual dexterity. This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending or standing as necessary.

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

Belmont University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:	Position purpose: A key member of the Human Resources team ensuring the compensation plans are competitive, consistent, and compliant and aligned with Belmont University’s mission, vision, and strategic goals. The individual will be accountable for the development, implementation, and administration of new and revised compensation programs, policies, and procedures. Belmont University: Located two miles from thriving downtown Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University consists of more than 9,000 students from every state and 33 countries. Nationally ranked and consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report for innovation in higher education, the University offers more than 115 areas of undergraduate study, 41 master’s programs and five doctoral degrees. With a focus on whole person formation and data-informed social innovation, Belmont is committed to forming diverse leaders of character equipped to solve the world’s complex problems. Nationally recognized for its innovative approach and commitment to undergraduate teaching, Belmont is a Christ-centered, student-focused community intent on developing diverse leaders of purpose, character, wisdom, and a transformational mindset who are eager and equipped to make the world a better place. In the classroom and beyond, the University aims to empower students, faculty, and staff to become radical champions for helping people and communities to flourish. Five key themes undergird the University’s vision and help differentiate a Belmont education: the pursuit of 1) whole person formation, 2) data-informed social innovation, 3) an integrative approach to health and wellness, 4) hope and inclusive excellence to help reweave the social fabric and 5) storytelling that inspires the world with messages of truth, beauty, and goodness. While committed to being global citizens, Belmont also seeks to be a great neighbor, engaging with and serving Nashville and the broader Middle Tennessee region as a trusted community partner. The University’s location in the heart of the Tennessee’s capital – and Nashville’s growing reputation as one of the nation’s most dynamic, creative, and inviting cities – provides the perfect backdrop for an amazing higher education experience in a community known as “the Athens of the South.” Belmont University provides an unparalleled environment for students to become all they were created to be. Benefits: Belmont University wants to ensure your needs are met. We offer a robust benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSAs, paid parental leave, generous time off, retirement plans with matching funds, tuition reduction for employees and dependents, flexible work arrangements, and much more. Essential Functions: Serve as a subject matter expert on compensation strategy and administration for the university. Manages the development, implementation, and administration of compensation programs. Monitors the effectiveness of existing compensation practices and recommends changes that are cost-effective and consistent with compensation trends and University objectives. Serve as a resource to managers and staff in collaboration with HR on all aspects of the compensation process including analysis of and advice on pay decisions, policy interpretations, and job evaluations ensuring compensation programs are properly administered. Participates in the creation and implementation of promotion and merit rating programs. Evaluates position descriptions for FLSA exemption status, compensation group, internal equity, and external market position documenting recommendations for new positions or changes to existing roles. Ensures adherence to established policies and makes recommendations for change as appropriate. Prepares spreadsheets, analyzing data and interpreting results and maintaining documentation for audit purposes. Compiles, prepares, and presents compensation data. Oversee wage and salary survey data collection and recommend changes based on analysis. Ensures programs and policies are in compliance with all State and Federal laws and regulations. The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
Required Qualifications:	Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff that share the University’s values and will contribute to its mission and vision to be a leader among teaching universities bringing together the best of liberal arts and professional education in a Christ-centered community of learning and service. Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities): The ideal candidate will have the following: Deep knowledge of compensation benchmarking, compensation practices and principles Demonstrated ability to keep abreast of regulatory, market and compensation practice changes and trends Experience with salary surveys, benchmarking analysis and job classifications Knowledge of all federal, state, and local regulations and compliance requirements related to employee compensation Outstanding skills in data analysis and data reporting, including graphical reporting Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels Strong organizational, time management, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills Ability to interpret policies and procedures to proactively resolve issues or improve processes Excellent analytical, financial and spreadsheet skills Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM, etc.) Knowledge and experience with Ellucian Banner and CSOD Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills

Required Education	Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Prefer a Compensation Professional (CCP) certification. Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM, etc.) also desired.

Required Experience	Eight or more years of progressive experience in human resources with three or more years of experience in compensation management.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements	The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak and hear sufficiently to communicate effectively by phone or in person at normal volumes. The employee’s vision must be adequate to read correspondence, computer screen, forms, etc. The position requires good manual dexterity. This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending or standing as necessary.

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