Manager-Compensation - Human Resources - Full Time - 8 Hour - Days

John Muir Health; California; On-site; USD 183,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

John Muir Health is seeking an experienced Compensation Manager to oversee the design, development, and implementation of compensation programs across exempt and non-exempt roles. You will participate in market surveys, analyze pay structures, and deliver communications that support organizational change in pay practices.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (healthcare considered in lieu), 5+ years in compensation leadership, and strong proficiency with HRIS (Workday preferred) and salary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; healthcare experience considered in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years managing compensation programs for exempt/non-exempt staff and executives.
• 2+ years in leadership of the compensation function.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms; Workday preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop compensation programs, policies and procedures.
• Lead survey participation and analysis to keep salaries competitive.
• Communicate change management initiatives related to pay practices.
• Document business practices for HRIS upgrades and process improvements.
• Identify training needs and lead or participate in compensation training.
• Plan departmental training on application usage and workflows.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Interpersonal skills

Written & oral communication

Independent work

Adaptability

Leadership & managerial

Team collaboration

Compensation theory & best practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Tools

Workday

Salary software

Survey participation tools

Job description

Job Description

Manages the functional areas of JMH's compensation program. Plans, develops and implements new and revised compensation programs, policies and procedures for both exempt and non-exempt positions to be responsive to organizational goals and competitive practices. Responsible for survey participation and compensation analysis to keep salaries, hourly wages and compensation programs competitive and compliant with JMH compensation philosophy. Provides ongoing leadership and delivery of communication in support of change management related to systems and pay practices. Creates and maintains comprehensive documentation of business practices and requirements for use in process improvement and HRIS upgrades and implementations in Workday. Identifies training and educational needs for the Compensation and leads or participates in the training as applicable. Responsible for departmental training plans for application usage and workflow.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or relevant area - Required. Work in healthcare will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience

At least 5 years' exempt level experience in Human Resources administering compensation programs and HRIS platforms impacting for non-union and union staff, leaders and executives required.

At least 2 years of Leadership experience over the Compensation function required.

Demonstrated experience in working with third parties and salary software to determine appropriate compensation levels.

High level of proficiency in a Human Resources Information System is required. Workday is preferred. Health Care compensation experience is required.

Certifications

CCP certification or certified as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) preferred.

Skills

• Advanced Excel skills required
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to quickly respond to changing organizational demands
• Excellent leadership and managerial skills
• Ability to be self-directed, professional, work on collaborative teams, and be an effective team player
• In depth understanding of compensation theory and current best practices

Work Shift

Exempt Salaried (United States of America)

Pay Range

$183,328.00 - $274,992.00 Salary Offer amounts are based on demonstrated/relevant experience and/or licensure. Pay will be adjusted to the local market if hired outside of the Bay Area. Note: Positions at JMH which are exempt (not eligible for overtime) under the level of Manager are listed as hourly for compensation purposes on this posting. The work shift will contain the word ‘exempt’ on it. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

About John Muir Health

John Muir Health is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health care organization east of San Francisco serving patients in Contra Costa, Alameda and southern Solano Counties. It includes a network of more than 1,000 primary care and specialty physicians and 6,300 employees, The health system’s facilities include John Muir Health, Walnut Creek Medical Center (554-bed acute care facility), which serves as Contra Costa County's only designated trauma center, and John Muir Health, Concord Medical Center (247-bed acute care facility). Together, they are recognized as top centers for neurosciences, orthopedic, cancer, cardiovascular, trauma, emergency, pediatric, and high-risk obstetrics care. Other areas of specialty include general surgery, robotic surgery, weight-loss surgery, rehabilitation and critical care. In February 2024, John Muir Health opened the Behring Pavilion, which is home to the UCSF-John Muir Health Jean and Ken Hofmann Cancer Center in Walnut Creek. This state-of-the-art facility brings cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care coordination into one location. Patients benefit from the expertise of top cancer specialists from John Muir Health and UCSF Health and have access to the latest treatment advances close to home. John Muir Health also offers complete inpatient and outpatient behavioral health programs and services at our 73-bed fully accredited psychiatric hospital and outpatient center located in Concord. In addition, John Muir Health provides a number of primary care and outpatient services at 89 practice sites throughout the community and urgent care centers in Berkeley, Brentwood, Concord, San Ramon and Walnut Creek. John Muir Health offers a collaborative, patient-centered health care environment with an emphasis on listening, explaining, and working together as a team, to help patients achieve their optimal health. We recognize those who exemplify excellence and reward them for contributing to our collective success. From individual to department to spontaneous recognition, Employee of the Month, Employee Suggestion Program rewards, Employee Success Sharing Program, and many more, we find unique ways to thank our employees for the outstanding efforts they make every day. Competitive salary and benefit package available. At John Muir Health, we strive to be a leading health system through the cultivation of a culture of belonging where every patient, employee, provider, and community member feels safe and valued for embracing all aspects of their differences. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage and consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please visit the EEO website here. All hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission, a national surveyor of quality patient care. John Muir Health is an equal opportunity employer.