Compensation Director jobs in Pennsylvania

Compensation Director is responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of the organization's compensation programs, including base pay, incentive pay, and performance management programs. Leads the compensation function and works with senior management to ensure that compensation strategy and programs support the organization's business objectives, meet all legal requirements, and deliver value and equitable pay. Being a Compensation Director develops compensation budget for assigned areas and manages budget after it is approved. Establishes data collection and analysis processes for market, pay equity, and other compensation studies. Additionally, Compensation Director may be responsible for entire organization or for one or more major segments of a larger organization. Requires a bachelor's degree. May require a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Compensation Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Compensation Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Executive Director, Compensation
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Philadelphia, PA FULL_TIME
  • University Overview

    The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Employers By State in 2021.

    Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

    The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

    COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn's vaccine requirements and the use of Penn Open Pass, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information.

    Posted Job Title
    Executive Director, Compensation

    Job Profile Title
    Executive Director B

    Job Description Summary
    Partner with HR leadership, HR partners and senior management across the University to identify and respond accordingly to institutional needs, compensation trends and best practices.

    Job Description

    The Division of Human Resources is dedicated to the recruitment, retention, and development of a highly qualified, committed, and diverse group of individuals who support the University's goals of increased access, integrated knowledge, and local and global engagement. To accomplish this, we strive to:

    Hire, retain and develop a talented, diverse, and dedicated workforce.
    Offer a generous total compensation package.
    Provide numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement.
    Support and enhance the work experience for our faculty and staff.
    Partner with our schools, centers, and departments to help them advance their-and the University's overall-business needs.
    Create and maintain a supportive environment.
    Ensure that our faculty and staff have the necessary knowledge and skills to perform effectively and develop professionally.
    Support the personal needs of our faculty and staff and their families.
    Learn more about Penn's Division of Human Resources HERE .
    Key Responsibilities

    Partner with HR leadership, HR partners and senior management across the University to identify and respond accordingly to institutional needs, compensation trends and best practices.
    Propose strategic direction and solutions to address emerging compensation issues.
    Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations.
    Build and maintain relations with school/center key management to influence programs that are U niversity wide, that help attract, motivate, and retain top talent. Provide direction and ongoing guidance to HR leadership and partners in all areas of compensation.
    Direct the HR Compensation function and partner with schools and centers to assure consistency in compensation administration.
    Manage the Compensation staff. Grow and mentor the staff in the development of skills required to serve the University community.
    Oversight of the compensation budget and daily operations of the Compensation office.
    Manage compensation for specifically assigned areas such as Human Resources and the SEVP centers.
    Administer and participate in evaluation of the Executive Compensation program.
    Provide the University Board of Trustees Budget Steering Committee with annual reports on market trends, economic factors, and the overall performance of the University's pay program.
    Active participation in the Ivy Plus Compensation Group and other appropriate peer groups.
    Plan and implement the annual merit increase program.
    Develop, present, and participate in programs regarding compensation policies, procedures, and theories.

    Qualifications

    The successful Executive Director of Compensation will have a bachelor's degree (master's preferred). Minimum of seven to ten years of experience in compensation, leading, managing and consulting on compensation programs at all levels of the organization. Seven to ten years of progressive management experience in Human Resources. Professional certification in Human Resources preferred. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) strongly preferred. Mastery of compensation theory. Analytic rigor and the ability to strategize solutions that meet long-term objectives. Demonstrated experience in planning and implementing large-scale projects. Experience implementing and monitoring incentive programs. Knowledge of the laws, regulations and theories associated with these functions. Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization. Experience with Workday or similar HRIS program.

    Other attributes include skill managing politically sensitive issues within a complex higher education environment; experience in long-range planning for compensation programs in a changing academic environment without sacrificing quality; proven leadership skills combined with tact and diplomacy; outstanding interpersonal and communications skills; strong conceptual, analytic, and problem-solving skills; self-starter with drive, persistence, discretion, and integrity.

    Job Location - City, State
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Department / School
    Human Resources

    Pay Range
    $129,695.00 - $203,897.00

    Affirmative Action Statement
    Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

    Special Requirements
    Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

    University Benefits

    Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

    Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

    Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

    Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.

    Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.

    Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.

    Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.

    University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.

    Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.

    Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.

    Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.

    Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

    To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay
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Senior Director, Compensation
  • Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation
  • Pittsburgh, PA FULL_TIME
  • Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experienc...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Director, Compensation and People Technology (Hybrid Role)
  • Graham Packaging Company
  • Lancaster, PA FULL_TIME
  • Company StatementGraham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of yo...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Actuarial Analyst (Hybrid Insurance role)
  • PA Compensation Rating Bureau (PCRB)
  • Philadelphia, PA FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary: The Actuarial Analyst works under direction of either an Actuarial Director or the Chief Actuary. Under moderate supervision, responsible for the compilation, analysis and production of d...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel – Governance & Executive Compensation
  • BNY Mellon
  • Pittsburgh, PA FULL_TIME
  • Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel – Governance and Executive Compensation Bring your ideas. Make history. BNY Mellon offers an exciting array of future-forward careers at the intersection of bu...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel – Governance & Executive Compensation
  • BNYM External Career Site
  • Pittsburgh, PA FULL_TIME
  • Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel – Governance and Executive Compensation Bring your ideas. Make history. BNY Mellon offers an exciting array of future-forward careers at the intersection of bu...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Compensation Director
  • American Family Insurance Group
  • Chicago, IL
  • As Director of Compensation you will oversee the planning and administration of company compensation plans for all emplo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Compensation Director - North America
  • Quadient
  • Boston, MA
  • Position Title - Compensation Director - North America Location - Eastern United States (Eastern Time Zone) Reporting to...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Director 1 - DCT Classification and Compensation Director
  • State of Minnesota
  • Willmar, MN
  • Working Title: DCT Classification and Compensation Director Job Class: Human Resources Director 1 Agency: Human Services...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Director 1 - DCT Classification and Compensation Director
  • State of Minnesota
  • Marshall, MN
  • Working Title: DCT Classification and Compensation Director Job Class: Human Resources Director 1 Agency: Human Services...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Director 1 - DCT Classification and Compensation Director
  • State of Minnesota
  • Fergus Falls, MN
  • Working Title: DCT Classification and Compensation Director Job Class: Human Resources Director 1 Agency: Human Services...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Director 1 - DCT Classification and Compensation Director
  • State of Minnesota
  • Bemidji, MN
  • Working Title: DCT Classification and Compensation Director Job Class: Human Resources Director 1 Agency: Human Services...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Director 1 - DCT Classification and Compensation Director
  • State of Minnesota
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • Working Title: DCT Classification and Compensation Director Job Class: Human Resources Director 1 Agency: Human Services...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Compensation
  • Southwest Key Programs
  • Austin, TX
  • Reporting to the VP of Human Resources, the National Director of Compensation will oversee the Compensation Department. ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Pennsylvania (/ˌpɛnsɪlˈveɪniə/ (listen) PEN-sil-VAY-nee-ə), officially the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, is a state located in the northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. The Appalachian Mountains run through its middle. The Commonwealth is bordered by Delaware to the southeast, Maryland to the south, West Virginia to the southwest, Ohio to the west, Lake Erie and the Canadian province of Ontario to the northwest, New York to the north, and New Jersey to the east. Pennsylvania is the 33rd-largest state by area, and the 6th-most populous state according to the most recent of...
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Income Estimation for Compensation Director jobs
$178,744 to $236,864

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