Compensation Manager

100 Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 89,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and generous PTO

Free parking

Monthly bus pass subsidy

Onsite fitness center

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis

401(a)/403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare seeks a Compensation Manager to lead compensation programs, market pricing, and governance. You will collaborate with Finance and HR to ensure equity, budgeting, and compliant practices, while guiding staff and driving data-driven decisions.

Role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in compensation, with healthcare experience preferred. Final salary will reflect qualifications and organizational needs; benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance, or related field or equivalent
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible compensation experience
• Healthcare compensation experience strongly preferred
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred

Responsibilities

• Directs day-to-day management and administration of compensation programs, including base pay, salary structures, job evaluations, market adjustments, merit programs, and special pay practices.
• Leads ongoing market pricing and the Organizational Compensation Review, including competitive market data, salary ranges, incumbent positioning, internal equity, pay compression, and recruitment and retention considerations.
• Manages implementation of the approved compensation governance framework, including quarterly market reviews, position prioritization, data validation, financial modeling, and preparation of recommendations for Compensation Committee consideration.
• Maintains and evaluates pay grades, salary ranges, and related compensation practices. Recommends adjustments to support market competitiveness and internal equity.
• Develops cost projections for market adjustments, merit increases, salary structure changes, and special pay programs. Partners with Finance and Total Rewards leadership on impact.
• Develops reports and analyses on market competitiveness, pay equity, and program effectiveness; presents findings to leadership.
• Ensures compliance with wage/hour laws, pay equity requirements, and policy administration; oversees job descriptions and classifications.
• Collaborates with HRBP, HRIS, Finance and operational leaders to validate position info and support workforce planning.
• Supervises compensation staff and ensures accurate, timely deliverables; leads continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Advanced Excel

HRIS

Market pricing

Salary structure design

Financial modeling

Pay equity/compression analysis

Staff leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

The Compensation Manager is responsible for the management, administration, analysis, and continuous improvement of GBMC HealthCare’s compensation programs. The position provides operational leadership for compensation activities, including market pricing, salary structure administration, position evaluations, internal equity assessments, compensation budgeting, regulatory compliance, and compensation-related financial modeling. The Compensation Manager leads the ongoing Organizational Compensation Review and quarterly market adjustment process, ensuring recommendations are data-driven, financially responsible, internally equitable, and aligned with organizational priorities. The position supervises compensation staff and partners with Total Rewards director, Finance, Human Resources, and operational leaders to support informed compensation decisions and effective implementation of approved programs. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and directly relevant experience. Experience: Minimum five years of progressively responsible compensation experience. Healthcare compensation experience strongly preferred. Licensure, Certifications: Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred.

Skills

• Advanced Excel, HRIS, market pricing, salary structure design, financial modeling, and pay equity/compression analysis.
• Ability to translate complex compensation and financial analyses into actionable recommendations.
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and staff leadership skills.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Compensation Program Management: Directs day-to-day management and administration of compensation programs, including base pay, salary structures, job evaluations, market adjustments, merit programs, and special pay practices. Establishes operational priorities, procedures, and quality controls.
• Market Analysis and Position Reviews: Leads ongoing market pricing and the Organizational Compensation Review, including competitive market data, salary ranges, incumbent positioning, internal equity, pay compression, and recruitment and retention considerations. Develops recommendations for individual positions, job groups, and salary structures.
• Compensation Governance: Manages implementation of the approved compensation governance framework, including quarterly market reviews, position prioritization, data validation, financial modeling, and preparation of recommendations for Compensation Committee consideration. Documents and monitors approved decisions.
• Salary Structure Administration: Maintains and evaluates pay grades, salary ranges, and related compensation practices. Recommends salary range and incumbent pay adjustments to support market competitiveness, internal equity, and mitigation of pay compression.
• Financial Analysis and Budget Support: Develops cost projections for market adjustments, merit increases, salary structure changes, and special pay programs. Partners with Finance and Total Rewards leadership to assess financial impact and implementation scenarios. Provides analytical support for organizational labor expense management, including salary expenditures, compensation trends, and proposed actions.
• Compensation Analytics and Reporting: Develops reports, analyses, and measures of market competitiveness, pay equity, compensation expenditures, and program effectiveness. Presents findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Regulatory Compliance and Policy Administration: Ensures compliance with applicable wage and hour laws, pay equity requirements, and organizational policies. Oversees compensation-related job description review, job classification, and documentation standards.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partners with HR Business Partners, HRIS, Finance and operational leaders to validate position information, evaluate compensation concerns, support workforce planning, and implement approved decisions.
• Compensation Team Leadership: Supervises and develops compensation staff, including the Compensation Analyst. Establishes priorities, monitors deliverables, validates analyses, and ensures accuracy, responsiveness, and accountability.
• Continuous Improvement: Improves compensation processes, reporting, data integrity, systems utilization, and operational effectiveness. Leads special projects as assigned.

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values: Respect I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment. Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities Excellence I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others. Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations Actively pursues learning and self-development Pays attention to detail; follows through Accountability I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems. Sets a positive, professional example for others Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties Reports to work regularly and on time Teamwork I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others

Pay Range

Pay Range $89,456.67 - $161,022.00 Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Situated in scenic Towson, GBMC represents more than just a hospital; it's a legacy of over 60 years in premier healthcare. Our beautiful suburban campus is home to a facility with over 250 beds, 23,000 admissions, and 52,000 emergency room visits each year. GBMC is currently seeking talented, compassionate employees to support patients of the communities we serve. GBMC has also been named “best place to work!” At GBMC Health Partners, we don't just provide comprehensive medical care – we build lasting relationships. When it comes to the care of our patients, for us, it's personal. Whether you’re a physician leading proactive health strategies, a nurse practitioner providing care, or a medical assistant ensuring seamless operations, your role here is pivotal. At Gilchrist, we transcend traditional hospice care. Every individual's journey is unique, and we pride ourselves on being there, every step of the way. For over three decades, Gilchrist has stood as a pillar of compassion and dedication as Maryland's premier nonprofit provider for serious illness and end-of-life care. We are more than just a hospice; we are a life-affirming promise ensuring every moment is lived to its fullest. Hospice of Washington County (HWC), situated in Hagerstown, MD, is the only licensed provider for hospice care within Washington County. Our team of committed professionals understands the importance of ensuring that every individual is able to LIVE their life to the fullest. The focus is on caring for the individual, not the cure. Hospice focuses on helping a person live; making the most of each minute, hour, day, week and month they may have during the final season of life. It is about allowing self-determined life closure; individuals remain the decisions makers of how they will spend their precious days, weeks, and months. Hospice focuses on quality of life, not quantity. We provide hospice care wherever the individual designates as their home. That can be in a private residence, nursing home, or assisted living facility. Hospice care is available to patients of any age, religion, race, or illness. Hospice care is covered under Medicare, Medicaid, most private insurance plans.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and generous paid time off
• Free parking
• Monthly MTA bus pass subsidy-85% paid by GBMC "if applicable"
• Company subsidized onsite fitness and wellness center "if applicable"
• Pre-paid tuition to pursue professional development, additional certifications, and degree programs
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401 (a) and 403 (b) retirement savings plan