SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION
The Compensation Specialist is a key resource for the administration and analysis of the practices base pay and incentive pay programs, ensuring that compensation programs are consistently administered in compliance with practice policies and government regulations through audits, reports and personal contact.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Administer existing bonus plans, calculating appropriate payments for submission to Payroll in accordance with compensation plan payment schedules.
Audit pay data on systems for accuracy and consistency at regular intervals.
Initiate and conduct detailed analysis on results and trends of compensation programs.
Participate on project teams for improvement and update of compensation plans, as well as rollout of new compensation programs.
Implement new plans as needed, including preparation of announcement communications, plan documents and other media as needed (i.e. net conferences, webinars, BLC courses, etc.).
Determine FLSA classification and salary grade assignment for positions.
Write job descriptions adhering to state and federal regulations.
Perform compensation surveys to collect and analyze competitive salary information to determine the practices competitive position, as requested.
Formulate recommendations regarding development and modification of compensation programs.
Review existing and proposed statutory requirements governing compensation administration and recommend appropriate course of action.
Recommend corrective or alternative actions to resolve problems.
Develop compensation communications and conduct presentations on programs, as needed.
Update compensation plan documents and process flows as necessary.
Handle compensation inquires as needed to ensure quality customer service to associates.
Prepare management reports as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.
HIRING QUALIFICATIONS
CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE (CAN DO)
Ability to travel minimal travel required.
Ability to multi-task- Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration.
Communication skills - Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Correctly spells commonly used English words and job specific terms. Demonstrates exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills.
Organizational ability Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order.
Problem solving skills - Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Unusually decisive in handling difficult problems. Translates problems into practical solutions.
Client service skills - Consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Gains and shows personal satisfaction from delivering great service.
Intellectual ability - Accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in an oral, written or diagram format. Can provide directions.
Mathematical ability - Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement.
Computer skills - Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized software. Skilled in Oracle HRMS, Ceridian, Excel and Word.
ATTITUDES (WILL DO)
Initiative shows willingness and aptitude to use own discretion in taking appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done.
Integrity Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Banfield, The Pet Hospital. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.
Cooperativeness Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others; keep supervisor informed on ongoing basis.
Flexibility Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned.
Independence Able and willing to perform tasks and duties without constant supervision.
Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency Maintains a positive can do outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations.
Confidentiality - Ability to conduct all business in a highly confidential manner, ensuring appropriateness of conversations.
SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time.
Project timelines and work volume / deadlines may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job.
Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
The noise level in the work environment is normally moderate.
Environment where Pets are present.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING
Bachelors degree preferred, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
A minimum of 3 years professional experience in Compensation is required.
Working knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws and regulations.
CCP certification from WorldatWork as a Certified Compensation Professional is preferred.
Medical background (veterinary technician, human healthcare, pharmaceutical, etc.) with medical terminology training is preferred.
To apply for this position, please visit the following link:
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA3/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=TRB&cws=1&rid=8634
- Location: NE Portland
- Compensation: Competitive
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