Manager - Compensation

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Job ID: P139989-1904

JOB SUMMARY

The Compensation Manager is responsible for administering the Compensation component of Total Rewards. This role manages the adhereance to the organization's compensation philosophy and administration of compensation programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and strategies. This role plans, develops, and implement compensation programs and policies that are internally equitable, externally competitive, and legally compliant. Oversee annual compensation cycles, including merit, survey participation, benchmarking process, and data analysis. Continually assess market conditions and pay practices to ensure the competitiveness of compensation plans and programs. Collaborate with leaders across functional areas on shared initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

• Manage the annual review process, including job evaluations, merit budget planning, and base pay/incentive plan reviews.
• Ensure compensation strategies align with organizational goals for various enterprise, populations including represented, non-represented, executives, and providers.
• Recommend salary grades and market rates for specific jobs or functional areas, and develop incentive programs in collaboration with Total Rewards leadership.
• Support for the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP), Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), and other bonus programs across the enterprise.
• Oversee compensation survey participation, benchmarking processes, and year-over-year market competitiveness data analysis.
• Research and implement best practices and trends in compensation, maintaining a working knowledge of relevant legislation and labor contracts.
• Make recommendations regarding salary grades and market rates for specific jobs or functional areas.
• Lead and mentor a team of compensation professionals, providing guidance and support for their development.
• Communicate compensation program features and options, managing relationships with vendors (survey and market pricing tool vendors).
• Design and evaluate compensation programs, including salary structures, incentives, allowances, and deferred compensation..
• Oversee the implementation and management of the compensation framework, including the job leveling structure / architecture tied to the compensation framework.
• Partner with HRBPs and Talent Acquisition to ensure effective implementation, adoption, and application of the compensation philosophy, pay grades, position leveling, promotion guidelines, career ladders, leveling criteria and policies.
• Assist with the development of the Total Rewards roadmap for achieving rewards strategies and goals.
• Provide expertise in the compensation area and work collaboratively with other subject matter experts to provide a more streamlined process for an increased HR customer experience supporting various strategic and special projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in Compensation, Total Rewards, Finance, or related discipline.
• License/Certification: None required, CCP, PHR, SHRM-CP preferred.

KNOWLEDGE

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform the essential functions of the job successfully, and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or licensure/certification.

• Extensive knowledge of compensation practices, with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in compensation data analysis and market research.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing equitable and competitive compensation programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Standard office environment.
• Ability to manage team dynamics and engage across the organization.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings. Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.

Pay Range

Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role.

Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.

Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $67.80 to $89.91

Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.