Compensation Specialist

Superior Plus • Rochester, NY

1d • $65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Why join us: Culture: Join a supportive and inclusive work environment where collaboration, respect, and open communication are at the core of everything we do. Competitive Compensation: We offer a highly competitive compensation and total rewards package, ensuring that your hard work and dedication are recognized and rewarded accordingly. Flexibility: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer various flexible schedules to help you manage your personal and professional commitments effectively. Technology: Work with state-of-the-art tools and technologies that empower you to excel in your role and stay at the forefront of industry trends. Employee Assistance Programs: We care about you! You and your family will have access to LYRA, an industry leading platform that provides comprehensive support and a myriad of resources to help support your physical, mental, financial and social well-being. Opportunity: A continuous focus on professional development with many opportunities for training & career growth. Safety Focused: We care about you and have developed a 24/7 safety mindset that is showcased throughout every facet of the organization. What you’ll do Support U.S. compensation analysis and design, including job evaluation, job architecture, and market pricing across corporate, non‑union, and blue‑collar roles. Administer core compensation programs, including annual merit cycles, incentive plans (STIP/PEP), and off‑cycle compensation reviews. Support the annual Compensation Cycle through forecasting, system administration, end‑user training, communications, and ongoing support for the Compensation Module. Conduct job evaluations and market analytics to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and alignment with compensation philosophy. Manage off‑cycle compensation requests by analyzing market data, internal equity, and financial impacts, ensuring compliance with salary structures and governance standards. Develop and present clear, data‑driven compensation recommendations and market insights to HR leaders and senior leadership to support hiring, retention, and workforce planning decisions. Participate in and analyze U.S. compensation surveys, translating external market data into actionable recommendations. Contribute to pay transparency and pay equity initiatives, ensuring compliance with U.S. compensation legislation and evolving regulatory requirements. Prepare standard and ad‑hoc compensation reports, cost models, and forecasts to support executive decision‑making. Provide guidance to HR partners and leaders on job leveling, market positioning, and compensation policy interpretation. Support the development and documentation of compensation policies, processes, and governance frameworks. Participate in compensation projects and other initiatives as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of dedicated U.S. compensation experience within a large, complex organization.
• Hands‑on experience with job evaluation methodologies, job architecture, and external market benchmarking.
• Demonstrated experience supporting multiple non‑union employee groups, including blue‑collar and skilled labor populations, as well as corporate roles.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. compensation principles, pay equity, pay transparency, and regulatory compliance.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to convert complex data into clear, actionable insights for leadership.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with HRIS and compensation systems (Dayforce experience is an asset).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including comfort presenting compensation analysis to senior leaders.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to maintaining confidentiality and data integrity.
• Legal Authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation — completed or in progress — is strongly preferred, or demonstrated intent to pursue a compensation/total rewards certification.

Responsibilities

• Support U.S. compensation analysis and design, including job evaluation, job architecture, and market pricing across corporate, non‑union, and blue‑collar roles.
• Administer core compensation programs, including annual merit cycles, incentive plans (STIP/PEP), and off‑cycle compensation reviews.
• Support the annual Compensation Cycle through forecasting, system administration, end‑user training, communications, and ongoing support for the Compensation Module.
• Conduct job evaluations and market analytics to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and alignment with compensation philosophy.
• Manage off‑cycle compensation requests by analyzing market data, internal equity, and financial impacts, ensuring compliance with salary structures and governance standards.
• Develop and present clear, data‑driven compensation recommendations and market insights to HR leaders and senior leadership to support hiring, retention, and workforce planning decisions.
• Participate in and analyze U.S. compensation surveys, translating external market data into actionable recommendations.
• Contribute to pay transparency and pay equity initiatives, ensuring compliance with U.S. compensation legislation and evolving regulatory requirements.
• Prepare standard and ad‑hoc compensation reports, cost models, and forecasts to support executive decision‑making.
• Provide guidance to HR partners and leaders on job leveling, market positioning, and compensation policy interpretation.
• Support the development and documentation of compensation policies, processes, and governance frameworks.
• Participate in compensation projects and other initiatives as assigned.

Benefits

• Culture: Join a supportive and inclusive work environment where collaboration, respect, and open communication are at the core of everything we do.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a highly competitive compensation and total rewards package, ensuring that your hard work and dedication are recognized and rewarded accordingly.
• Flexibility: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer various flexible schedules to help you manage your personal and professional commitments effectively.
• Technology: Work with state-of-the-art tools and technologies that empower you to excel in your role and stay at the forefront of industry trends.
• Employee Assistance Programs: We care about you! You and your family will have access to LYRA, an industry leading platform that provides comprehensive support and a myriad of resources to help support your physical, mental, financial and social well-being.
• Opportunity: A continuous focus on professional development with many opportunities for training & career growth.
• Safety Focused: We care about you and have developed a 24/7 safety mindset that is showcased throughout every facet of the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees