Sr. Director of Compensation and Talent Strategies

University of California - Riverside; Oakland, California, Winchester (CA, MO, VA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Director of Compensation and Talent Solutions to lead critical HR functions. This role involves overseeing compensation management and talent acquisition strategies, ensuring alignment with institutional goals. The ideal candidate will provide strategic leadership, implement best practices, and enhance operational efficiencies. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to attracting and retaining exceptional talent, where your leadership will shape the future of HR practices and contribute to the overall success of the institution.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in compensation management and talent acquisition.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on strategic alignment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership on compensation and talent acquisition.
• Implement best practices to enhance talent acquisition functions.

Skills

Leadership in Compensation Management

Talent Acquisition Strategies

Organizational Strategy Alignment

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in HR or related field

Job description

**Please be advised that applicants must submit a cover letter and resume for full consideration. Candidates may be asked to participate in an open forum as a part of the recruitment process.**

A Senior Director of Compensation and Talent Solutions is a high-level executive responsible for overseeing two critical functions within UCR Central Human Resources Division: compensation and classification management and talent acquisition strategies. Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor/ Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and serving on the HR leadership team as an influential leader building synergy across the organization to deliver forward-thinking programs designed to attract, retain, reward, recognize and support UCR's exceptional talent. Serves as an advisor to the CHRO and acts as a liaison with the University of California Office of the President in system-wide discussions and decisions regarding employee attraction and retention services and rewards initiatives. The incumbent must foster high ethical standards for bringing forward organizational strategies that align people strategies with institutional goals and overarching campus strategic plans. The responsibilities include and are not limited to: providing long-term strategic leadership on compensation issues, serving as the campus SMG Coordinator, facilitating the campus compensation philosophy, and administers the related policies and procedures to achieve organizational goals; provides strategic leadership and direction in the development and implementation of talent acquisition programs and services that enhance efforts to align workforce and achieve key business initiatives; proposes and implements best practices to improve the talent acquisition function, while serving as a mentor and coach to the team; and leads process improvement projects as a department leader. The incumbent is responsible for implementing and operationalizing strategies to ensure effective day-to-day operations that maximizes efficiencies, effectiveness and client satisfaction. The role must ensure HR, including HR Partners, have the tools and support they require to work directly with their departments to provide expert advice and support in compliance with regulations, collective bargaining agreements, and system-wide policies and performing other duties as assigned.

The full salary range for the Sr. Director of Compensation and Talent Strategies is $111,000 - $214,400 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $190,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.