Director of Compensation | UF Health System - Remote Opportunity (must reside in Florida)

University of Florida Health • Gainesville, FL

87d • Remote

About The Position

UF Health Human Resources is seeking a thoughtful and experienced Compensation Director to help support our system-wide initiatives. This is a remote position, open to candidates living in Florida, and offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact across our organization. In this role, you will help guide the planning and implementation of compensation strategies-including wage, salary, incentive, and variable pay programs-that support our mission to attract, engage, and retain dedicated UF Health caregivers in all the communities we serve. Reporting to the System VP of Total Rewards, you will play an important part in shaping our Employee Value Proposition and aligning our Total Rewards philosophy with UF Health's Mission, Vision, and Values.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, often in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related fields
• Seven (7) + years in compensation management with progressive leadership responsibilities.
• Experience in executive and broad-based compensation experience required.
• Healthcare experience with a knowledge of industry trends, jobs, and workplace care settings.
• Proficiency with compensation software, HRIS systems, data analysis, and financial modeling.
• Strong skills in analyzing compensation data and market trends.
• Excellent ability to convey compensation strategies and influence executive decision-making.
• Deep understanding of compensation-related laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) and other relevant credentials from WorldatWork, SHRM and other highly valued institutions.
• Proficiency in Workday HCM highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor compensation teams, including compensation specialist and analysts.
• Develop and implement compensation strategies that align with UF Health objectives and industry standards.
• Oversee compensation programs, including salary structures, at-risk incentive plans, variable pay programs to optimize staffing while balancing market practices, and executive compensation programs.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to maintain competitive pay practices and internal equity.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry guidelines related to compensation.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting for compensation initiatives to keep programs within financial constraints.
• Lead data collection and analysis to support pay equity, market competitiveness, and other compensation studies.
• Collaborate with HR, finance, and business leaders to align compensation policies with talent acquisition and retention strategies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees