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Institute for Defense Analyses

Manager, HRIS & Compensation

Institute for Defense Analyses, Alexandria, Virginia, us, 22350


Description:

Performs lead role on a full range of activities associated with the development, implementation, and management of IDA's compensation programs and HRIS enterprise systems, databases, and applications. Leads a team of three HRIS and compensation analysts, providing direction and training.

Job Scope:

The scope of this position is corporate-wide.

Direct supervisory responsibility over a team of three HRIS and compensation analysts.

No budgetary responsibility.

Coordinates with division/directorate/center directors and all staff levels within and outside of HR.

Primary Responsibilities:

HRIS

Oversees the daily operation of HRIS enterprise systems, databases, and applications; provides end-user support for system functionality, and guidance to end-users.

Provides HR system expertise to determine requirements and assess current and future system functionality ensuring best practices; identifies system and functional process gaps and develops creative solutions to resolve gaps.

Collaborates with stakeholders in HR and business unit leaders to configure the systems, implement new functionalities, build data analytics, and ensure talent management processes are set up effectively.

Responsible for data input, data integrity, internal controls, auditing, and other data assurances as required; ensures adherence to data privacy requirements.

Participates in defining project scope, collaborating with IT staff, and maintaining project plans in support of system upgrades and customizations.

Collaborates with HR and IT team leads to produce integrated functional solutions; develops testing schedules and training delivery.

Develops, configures, and documents enhanced system functionality including testing, data conversion, and validation; customizations and reports using Epicor, Tableau, Crystal, and other tools.

Understands data needs of internal clients; leads the development of HR metrics or reports to measure and report on HR activity.

Compensation

Administers and refines compensation programs in alignment with IDA’s mission; develops a deep understanding of the organizational structure to inform compensation strategy.

Manages the annual salary review program; conducts market analyses and prepares merit increase budget recommendations.

Oversees development and maintenance of job descriptions; develops job families and ensures descriptions are accurate.

Manages job evaluation program; conducts pay studies and documents findings.

Conducts and participates in surveys; prepares reports in response to external audit requests.

Reviews salary administration policies and assists in establishing pay procedures.

Oversees accurate processing and reporting of pay and performance data in the HRIS.

Develops and implements methods to improve the use of technology in administering pay and performance programs.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Management, Human Resources, or related discipline; Master’s preferred.

Eight or more years of progressive experience in HR, including compensation and HRIS.

Supervisory experience required; ability to provide direction and support to team members.

Demonstrated knowledge of HR processes gained by working within an HR function.

Knowledge of HR Systems and applications; experience with Epicor or similar HRIS.

Knowledge of broad-based compensation programs and job evaluation; WorldatWork CCP certification desired.

Strong project management experience; ability to assess situations and develop solutions.

Excellent analytical and quantitative skills; experience with presenting trends and insights from data.

Advanced skills in MS Office, especially Excel.

Working knowledge of DCAA, OFCCP, FLSA, and other relevant regulations.

Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and achieve deadlines under pressure.

Ability to handle confidential data appropriately and build effective working relationships.

We support transparency, equity, and fairness in our compensation program and provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range based on data-driven market analysis for each position. The estimated salary range for this role is $115,693 - 185,135. Individual salary within this range will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.

U.S. Citizenship is required.

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required.

IDA is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a fair recruiting process and working environment free from discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

IDA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform essential functions of a position, please send an email to employment@ida.org.

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