Strategic Director, Compensation & Job Architecture

Compensation Jobs; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Compensation Jobs seeks a Director of Compensation to lead a university unit responsible for staff classification, market-based pay, and workforce planning. You will supervise two positions analysts, oversee job evaluation, and ensure internal equity and external competitiveness. The role emphasizes data-driven analysis, policy development, and collaboration with campus leaders to align compensation with strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required plus five years progressively responsible management experience.
• Experience guiding staff classification and compensation programs.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to develop and implement organizational policies and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises the operations of a compensation unit or small department.
• Leads job evaluation, classification, and alignment with the university’s job architecture framework.
• Advises campus departments on position classification, organizational design, and standards.
• Develops training and communicates compensation policies to staff and leadership.
• Analyzes market data, equity, and budget implications for staffing decisions.
• Prepares executive-level analyses and recommendations for compensation requests and exceptions.
• Oversees cost projections and workforce planning for hiring and retention.

Skills

Leadership

Data-driven analysis

Workforce planning

Job architecture

Market-based compensation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Job description

Compensation Jobs seeks a Director of Compensation to lead a university unit responsible for staff classification, market-based pay, and workforce planning. You will supervise two positions analysts, oversee job evaluation, and ensure internal equity and external competitiveness. The role emphasizes data-driven analysis, policy development, and collaboration with campus leaders to align compensation with strategic goals.