Manager - Compensation

Position Overview

Pay range: $94,375 - $153,355 / year

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

To assist the director or executive director in managing the daily operations of the department. To design, maintain, document, communicate and administer compensation policies and guidelines. To provide direction and oversight to schools, units and/or departments in the resolution of compensation related matters. To conduct and respond to wage and salary surveys, write job descriptions, evaluate jobs, and recommend appropriate classifications. To provide compensation related advice and support to departments as requested

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Assists in overseeing the daily operations of the compensation department including, but not limited to, managing the overall job evaluation and wage and salary management programs for the University or Hospital entity, managing the workflow process, assigning and reviewing the work of departmental personnel and maintaining appropriate office operations and standard operating procedures.

2. Manages various compensation-related projects that involve revision, development and/or re-design of existing compensation programs. Ensures the compensation program is internally equitable and externally competitive in order to attract, motivate and retain qualified individuals.

3. Ensures the administration of various compensation programs are compliant with established guidelines, processes and procedures.

4. Evaluates positions by determining classifications, salary and FLSA status. Responds to requests from schools, units and/or departments for job descriptions, minimum requirements and other compensation related data.

5. Oversees and participates in salary surveys to ensure market competive. May oversee and/or participate in IT-related systems work that affect compensation such as market data systems, job description databases, workflow processes and any others that may be identified.

6. Manages and coaches professional employees and is accountable for performance and results of the compensation team.

7. Performs other duties as assigne

Qualifications

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Human Resources or a related field and seven (7) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Licenses / Certifications / Registrations

Currently certified as a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) by WorldatWork preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Approximately one (1) to three (3) direct reports.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

 Ability to problem-solve

 Ability to multi-task

 Ability to train others

 Ability to present innovative ideas, creative programs and new activities

 Ability to use personal computer and related software  Conflict resolution skills

 Interpersonal skills

 Knowledge of Microsoft Office products

 Knowledge of Federal and State wage/salary laws and regulations

 Leadership skills

 Organizational skills

 Presentation skills

 Prioritization skills

 Process improvement and quality skills

 Project management skills

 Written and verbal communication skills

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.