| Relocation: Relocation assistance is available for this position.
Work Authorization: UCAR/NCAR will not sponsor a work visa to fill this position.
Location: Location: Boulder, Colorado. Note: In light of the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and restricted access to UCAR facilities, UCAR will allow temporary remote work arrangements for newly hired employees. Eventual relocation to UCAR facilities in Boulder, CO is required for this specific position.
Hiring Salary Range: $103,973 - $129,965
Full Salary Range: $103,973 - $168,955
Benefits: UCAR affirms its continuing commitment to developing, providing, and administering its employee benefit programs with due consideration for equal employment opportunity and diversity guidelines.
UCAR's rich package of employee benefits includes medical, dental, vision, education assistance, retirement, and life insurance. UCAR offers a variety of programs designed to assist with work-life balance including flexible work alternatives, paid time off and 14 weeks of paid parental leave. Where You Will Work: Located in Boulder, Colorado, University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) serves and participates in a collaborative community of researchers and educators who are dedicated to understanding the atmosphere -- the air around us -- and the complex processes that make up the Earth system, from the ocean floor to the Sun’s core. UCAR manages the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) on behalf of the National Science Foundation and the university community. The Office of Human Resources Mission: Embracing and balancing the changing needs of employees and the organization by: -
Providing leading edge services and resources. -
Building a strategic and innovative workforce through partnership. -
Promoting an atmosphere in which employees feel recognized and valued by offering resources in benefits, personal development, and work-life options. -
Creating a community of inclusivity as valued partners advocating on behalf of employees and community. -
Fostering personal and professional excellence, growth, communication, and respect. What You Will Do: This position will design, align, implement, communicate, and monitor the organization’s compensation philosophy and total rewards strategy and programs.. The Compensation Manager will provide leadership and coordination of UCAR compensation and data analytics functions. This position will manage the compensation team. Responsibilities: The position works closely with the CHRO to ensure that compensation programs align with the organizational strategic goals, total reward strategy and vision. -
Communicate the compensation strategies and plans to organizational leadership and develop compensation-related communication, training content and deliver training. -
Monitor the effectiveness of existing compensation policies, practices, guidelines and procedures recommending plan revision as well as new plans which are cost effective and consistent with compensation trends and organizational objectives; coordinate implementation and provide guidance to leadership. -
Develop and implement continual process improvement strategies for all compensation processes. -
Partner with Talent Acquisition, Finance, and leaders across the organization to create compensation programs/compensation package that support attracting and retaining the best diverse talent -
Manage the administration of total direct compensation, including the processing, recording and reporting of compensation-related actions. -
Collaborate with leadership regarding compensation solutions, insights, evaluating new positions, job design, offers, promotions and transfers. -
Lead the annual merit review process while preparing leaders for planning. Provide competitive economic and market data, quantitative and qualitative analysis and make recommendations to senior leaders. -
Provide guidance and collaborate with HR Strategic Partners in the planning, development, implementation, and administration of compensation programs that support the long term growth that drives the organization’s strategy. -
Oversees market data analysis, benchmarking, job matching, data analytics, compensation practices and makes recommendations. -
Keep apprised of federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations in order to ensure organizational compliance. -
Support organizational compensation practices to external funding agencies. -
Provide ad-hoc analysis and manage special projects (e.g. compensation strategy, retention, job leveling) Lead the development of HR data analytics to meet organizational needs -
Design, build, and implement data models, reporting systems, data automation systems, dashboards and performance metrics that support key business decisions -
Conduct robust and meaningful analysis for management to use in making decisions related to compensation programs -
Provide analysis of data and makes recommendations, as appropriate -
Lead organization wide compliance reporting requirements from the EEOC and OFCCP development and communication of results. Other duties, as needed. What You Need: Education and Years of Experience -
Bachelor's Degree required, advanced degree preferred -
Seven (7)+ years progressive experience in compensation -
At least 3 years of experience leading a function or team -
Experience with strategic compensation programs to attract, develop and engage the workforce -
Knowledge in government regulations as they apply to compensation base and incentive compensation programs Special Requirements: Mathematical aptitude, analysis skills and ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities -
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to articulate complex information, including presenting complex topics in easily understood terms to leadership -
Knowledge of designing and implementing compensation matrices and organizational compensation architecture in a fast-paced environment -
Strong knowledge of compensation practices and procedures and related state and federal laws -
Skilled in job analysis and methodologies used to classify jobs -
Strong analytical skills -
Strong executive presence -
Effective consulting skills and a business-oriented mindset -
Experience with market- based job evaluation systems -
Skilled in identifying potential liabilities/problems and in recommending effective and creative solutions -
Ability to gain support and buy in for organization-wide strategies and initiatives -
Ability to develop interpersonal relationships across all levels of organization that generates partnership and collaboration -
Strong knowledge of affirmative action plan development, diversity/inclusion considerations related to initiatives and programs. -
Ability to manage data, develop reporting platforms and analyze trends to make appropriate recommendations -
Ability to simultaneously work on and manage several projects and effectively manage deadlines -
Ability to think and apply strategic concepts -
Knowledge of planning, change management and project management concepts -
Highly motivated to learn and grow -
Data design, analysis and reporting experience utilizing technology tools -
Ability and willingness to travel within the contiguous United States on an infrequent basis. Desired: CCP Applicant Notes: -
A cover letter is required when applying to this position. -
An Inclusion Statement will be required for all applicants advancing to an in-person interview. If requested, this statement should address past efforts, as well as future vision and plans to advocate for and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the organization and/or field of work. -
Pre-employment screenings and background checks are conducted in conjunction with an offer for employment into risk-based positions. This screening may involve verifying or reviewing any of the following relevant information: restricted parties screening, employment verification, education verification, reference checks, verification of professional licenses, certifications, and Motor Vehicle Records. Risk-based positions require pre-employment screening, a criminal background check, and Sex Offender Registry screening (for positions working with vulnerable populations). UCAR complies with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). -
Please note that while the position description details both minimum requirements as well as desired skills and experience, we want to remind applicants that you do not need to have all the desired skills and experience to be considered for this role. If you have the passion for the work along with experience in a related field, you are encouraged to apply. We can provide on-the-job training for the rest. -
The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). We are committed to inclusivity and promoting an equitable environment that values and respects the uniqueness of all members of our organization The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). We are committed to inclusivity and promoting an equitable environment that values and respects the uniqueness of all members of our organization. |
