Compensation Manager-Human Resources

$68,688 - $72,788/Yr

Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City, MO

Part-time - Mid Level

Kansas City, MO

Educational Services

About the position

The Compensation Manager at Metropolitan Community College is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and administration of the college's compensation programs. This role ensures that compensation policies align with the institution's strategic goals and market competitiveness to attract, retain, and motivate high-quality faculty and staff. The position requires strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of compensation laws and practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of districtwide compensation program, including implementing a comprehensive compensation program strategy aligned with the college's goals.
• Monitor the effectiveness of existing compensation structure and recommend changes consistent with market trends, including conducting regular market analysis to ensure competitive pay practices.
• Provide consultation regarding pay decisions, policy interpretations, and general compensation practices.
• Prepare and compile compensation data with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Oversee salary surveys and job evaluation processes.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws governing compensation.
• Partner with Payroll and HR Team to implement across the Board Salary Increases.
• Conduct compensation studies and internal equity analyses with compensation recommendations.
• Evaluate job reclassification requests to ensure correct salary placement within the existing structure.
• Update Schedule of Salary and Conditions annually and calculate faculty salary changes due to Column Advancement.
• Manage salary ranges and job grade structures; research situations related to compensation for clarity and resolution.
• Conduct job analysis to create and maintain accurate job descriptions and evaluate new and existing positions for appropriate salary levels.
• Analyze compensation data and generate reports to inform decision-making.
• Develop, implement, and update compensation policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance to HR and management on compensation-related issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field to assigned area.
• 3-5 years of compensation experience in the area of Human Resources.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and compensation analysis tools.
• Strong knowledge of compensation laws and regulations.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree
• Professional certification such as a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (Hyperlinks, Pivot-tables, Macros) and/or other data management tools (e.g. ACCESS, etc.)
• Knowledge of Compensation systems (e.g., Hay, Evergreen, etc.) and demonstrated application.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $68,688 to $72,788
• Comprehensive benefits package