Compensation Specialist

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

403(b) and 457(b) retirement options with 4% employer match

21 PTO days per year

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center seeks a Compensation Specialist/Analyst in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The role involves designing, implementing, and administering effective compensation programs to attract and retain qualified employees.

The ideal candidate will have a strong HR background with a focus on compensation analysis, and possess excellent analytical and communication skills. Benefits include medical, dental, and retirement options, along with generous PTO and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher and two years of Human Resources experience.
• Ability to develop procedures in complex assignments.
• Human Resources Certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supports the design and administration of compensation programs.
• Analyzes pay data and conducts market pricing.
• Provides advice and guidance on compensation programs.

Skills

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of compensation plans

Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of Human Resources experience

Associate’s degree and four years of Human Resources experience

Job description

THIS IS AN ON-SITE POSITION IN CHEYENNE, WYOMING.

A Day in the Life of a Compensation Specialist/Analyst

The Compensation Analyst supports the design, implementation, and administration of cost‑effective compensation programs to ensure the organization can attract, retain, and support qualified employees while remaining competitive, equitable, and compliant. This role analyzes pay data, conducts market pricing, supports annual compensation cycles, and partners with Human Resource (HR) and business leaders on compensation decisions.

Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?

• Employer Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 403(b) and 457(b) retirement options with 4% employer match
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employer Sponsored Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• ANCC Magnet Hospital
• 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Dedicated Loan Forgiveness Advisory Service

Here is What You Will Be Doing:

• Assists in the analysis, design, and administration of employer compensation programs.
• Participates in compensation and/or HR projects; work may involve complex analysis of large data sets providing comprehensive recommendations for all jobs across the organization.
• Proactively researches, evaluates and recommends pay structures and compensation practices for current and new positions.
• Provides advice, guidance and training to leaders, department managers, employees, and HR colleagues in the interpretation and administration of compensation programs and policies.
• Reviews salary adjustment requests and position approval proposals for all positions; makes recommendations based on internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Manages Job Description process. Partners with leaders to determine position responsibilities and minimum requirements.
• Performs wage analysis for new hires, changes of status, and off‑cycle requests.
• Participates in salary surveys to collect and analyze information on competitive positions.
• Maintain and support compensation data and processes within the HR information system (HRIS).

Desired Skills:

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to develop and apply procedures in complex assignments
• Knowledge of compensation and the development and implementation of compensation plans
• Strong analytical skills and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to analyze, design, test and implement systems and applications
• Ability to demonstrate independent work initiative, sound judgment and attention to detail
• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholder populations
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to rapidly changing priorities

Here is What You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher and two (2) or more years of Human Resources experience
• -OR, Associate’s degree and four (4) or more years of Human Resources experience

Nice to Have:

• Human Resources Certification(s) (i.e. PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CCP, CHHR)
• Prior healthcare experience