Associate Director for Compensation and HR Systems

The Associate Director of Compensation and HR Systems at Skidmore College leads the design, administration and continuous improvement of the Collegeâ s compensation strategy and HR systems operations in compensation and HRIS. Providing expertise and leadership in these critical areas, the Associate Director works in close collaboration within the HR team to support excellence in service delivery for a comprehensive total rewards experience for Skidmore College employees.

The Associate Director delivers the Collegeâ s comprehensive compensation program in alignment with Skidmore Collegeâ s brand, strategic plans, and long-term objectives. This position ensures that pay practices are competitive, equitable, fiscally responsible and aligned with the Collegeâ s mission, values and Total Compensation Framework. The Associate Director also provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of the HRIS and other HR systems and associated processes, data management, and reporting. The Associate Director of Compensation and HR Systems reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and supervises the Senior HRIS and Finance Systems Analyst and the Employment and HRIS Coordinator positions.

The job responsibilities for this key HR role include:

• In alignment with a total rewards philosophy, lead compensation strategy including planning and evolving the Collegeâ s compensation programs, policies and procedures in a manner that is consistent with the Collegeâ s Total Compensation Framework.
• Develop, implement and maintain the Collegeâ s compensation strategy, salary structures and pay ranges for staff and administrative positions, and support faculty compensation frameworks in partnership with the Dean of Facultyâ s office.
• Facilitate and manage the Collegeâ s participation in relevant compensation surveys and lead market benchmarking efforts using higher-education and regional salary surveys (e.g., CUPA-HR).
• Oversee the annual salary review and equity increase process, including modeling, budgeting, guidelines and senior leadership communication.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations that pertain to the compensation area including, but not limited to, the Fair Labor Standards Act, pay equity and New York State Labor law.
• Serve as the primary HR liaison to hiring supervisors regarding the Collegeâ s position management and position review processes.
• Review position descriptions and determine appropriate classifications and salary/wage ranges, ensuring consistency, internal equity across divisions and departments and externally competitive within the Collegeâ s fiscal restraints.
• Manage and oversee the optimization and administration of various human resource information systems (HRIS), leveraging technology for efficiency, capacity, and customer service.
• Manage the flow of data in the day-to-day operation of HRIS within the HR department.

Education : Bachelorâ s degree or equivalent in experience, education and professional certification.

Experience : 5 â” 10 years of progressively responsible directly-related HR experience, specifically with HRIS and compensation processes. Working knowledge of compensation principles, job evaluation methods, salary structure design and FLSA/pay equity/Labor Law compliance. Past experience in higher education is desirable. Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment with a demonstrated commitment to professional integrity. Must also possess the following skills and abilities:

• Proficiency with Excel and experience working within an HRIS
• Proactive and adept at learning new technologies
• Commitment to improving operational efficiencies
• Sound analytical skills and good judgment
• Ability to handle confidential information in a trustworthy manner
• Ability to navigate multiple and shifting priorities
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and in writing
• Ability to listen, question and collaborate in a positive manner