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About the Role

The Director of Compensation is responsible for assessing and maintaining the organization’s compensation functions, overseeing more than 700 position types and 11,000 employees from a Total Rewards perspective. This role ensures that our compensation strategy is fair, competitive, and aligned with our goals to attract, motivate, and retain staff at IDEA Public Schools.

Responsibilities

• Oversees multiple members of the Compensation team in their areas of focus, including individual contributors and a Compensation Manager.
• Develop and maintain a compelling Employee Value Proposition that effectively attracts, retains, and motivates staff.
• Ensure competitive and equitable compensation while maintaining Total Rewards costs within established budgets.
• Lead the external benchmarking process, monitor compensation data and market trends.
• Monitor FLSA and other applicable federal, state, and local wage-and-hour laws and regulations.
• Partner with Legal and HR on compensation-related audits and wage claims.
• Drive execution of organization-wide strategic compensation priorities.
• Serve as the organization's compensation subject-matter expert in strategic planning.
• Present compensation analyses, market recommendations, and strategic proposals to Senior Leadership, the Executive Team, and, on occasion, the Board committees.
• Create and execute communication and change management strategies for compensation revisions.
• Design and implement efficient processes that guarantee all IDEA staff receive accurate and timely compensation.
• Lead and implement efficiencies by leveraging Workday functionality.
• Oversee all compensation functions including, but not limited to, the merit increase process, counteroffers, market analysis, job descriptions, and collaborating with Payroll, Employee Information Systems, and other cross-collaborative teams.
• Foster a high-performing Compensation team by establishing clear goals and individual development plans.
• Provide coaching, regular feedback, and training to improve competencies.
• Provide access to compensation data, reports, and records as needed.
• Contribute to and facilitate cross-functional task forces and committees related to compensation.
• Support local and regional needs by offering guidance to teams and leadership on workforce planning and organizational design.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 15 pounds (occasionally).

Skills

• Strong computer literacy that includes proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of or ability to learn evolving technology for automation and efficiency (i.e., Macros, PowerAutomate).

Location

• Texas
• Remote
• Austin
• El Paso
• Houston
• Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa)
• Rio Grande Valley
• San Antonio
• Tarrant County (Fort Worth)

Work Type

• Full-time
• Remote

Experience Level

• 3+ years of experience managing adults and system-wide projects or programs
• 6+ years of experience in compensation administration
• At least 3 years of relevant experience (for CCP/CAS)

Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Masters Preferred
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or Compensation Analyst Credential (CAS) preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $108,100 - $128,600
• Eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Disability
• Life insurance
• Parenting benefits
• Flexible spending account options
• Generous vacation time
• Referral bonuses
• Professional development
• 403(b) plan
• Relocation stipend may be offered

About the Company

• At IDEA the Staff Experience Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members.