Director Compensation

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Sr. Director of Total Rewards, the Director of Compensation provides strategic leadership in the design, implementation, and management of innovative compensation programs for an electric utility organization within a shared services environment. This senior leadership role is responsible for shaping the organization's compensation philosophy and strategy to drive business success, attract top talent, and foster employee retention and engagement.

As a trusted advisor to HR leadership, finance, and executive management, the Director serves as the organization's subject matter expert on all aspects of compensation, ensuring programs are competitive, equitable, scalable, and aligned with business objectives. This role includes oversight of executive compensation, incentive design, and pay equity analysis, as well as ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

The Director leads cross-functional initiatives, drives continuous improvement, and plays a critical role in shaping workforce strategies through data-driven insights and collaboration. As a key leader, this position has direct accountability for influencing decision-making at the highest levels of the organization, contributing to long-term strategic planning, and ensuring the alignment of compensation practices with the organization's mission and values.

JOB DUTIES

- Strategic Leadership

- Program Oversight and Governance

- Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

- Data Analysis & Reporting

- Process Improvement & Technology

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field is required.

- Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.

Experience

- 10+ years of progressive experience in compensation, total rewards, or a related field, with a proven track record of designing, implementing, and managing complex compensation programs. - 5+ years of leadership or senior-level experience in compensation, including direct oversight of compensation strategy, executive compensation, and incentive plan design.

- Demonstrated experience collaborating with executive leadership and presenting to boards or compensation committees.

- Experience working in a shared services, large enterprise, or multi-business unit environment is strongly preferred.

- Experience leading or influencing cross-functional teams and mentoring staff, even in a matrixed or indirect reporting structure.

- Proven ability to manage compensation-related compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including FLSA, pay equity, and reporting requirements.

Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations

Certified Compensation Professional-CCP preferred

Specialized Skills:

- Strategic Thinking: Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a comprehensive compensation strategy that aligns with organizational goals and industry best practices.

- Leadership and Influence: Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with executives, senior leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders.

- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of compensation principles, including salary structures, job evaluation methodologies, incentive design, market benchmarking, and pay equity analysis.

- Data Analysis and Decision-Making: Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, generate actionable insights, and present findings clearly to diverse audiences, including executive leadership and boards.

- Knowledge of Regulations: Comprehensive understanding of compensation-related laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA, OFCCP, pay equity, state-specific wage laws).

- Project Management: Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

- Technology Proficiency: Proficient in the use of compensation management systems, HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, Oracle, SAP), and advanced Excel. Familiarity with analytics and reporting tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.

- Communication Skills: Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and persuasively to various audiences.

- Collaboration and Teamwork: A team-oriented mindset with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization, including HR, finance, legal, and business unit leaders.

- Change Management: Experience leading process improvements and driving organizational change in compensation practices