Kipp Enc
Director of Compensation
Kipp Enc, Newark, New Jersey, us, 07175
Department: Regional Support and LeadershipCompany Description
About KIPP TEAM & FamilyKIPP TEAM & Family is our network office that includes support teams - such as Leadership Development, Recruitment, Advocacy, Facilities, Finance, HR and more - dedicated to empowering our schools and ensuring the success of KIPP students throughout New Jersey and Miami. Our schools are part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. The first KIPP New Jersey school opened in Newark in 2002 and since then our school network has expanded to educate 8,135 students in grades K-12. By 2027, KIPP New Jersey will provide a world-class education to over 10,300 students across Newark and Camden.In 2018, we grew our KIPP community in response to a need for high-quality school options for students in Greater Miami’s Urban Core communities. That led to the creation of KIPP Miami, which currently educates more than 1,000 students in four schools, with plans to reach 5,800 students by 2025.Job Description
Here’s what you need to know:The Director of Compensation will be responsible for developing and implementing compensation strategies, systems and programs that align with the organization's compensation philosophy to pay our teammates competitively, equitably, and transparently. This role requires a deep understanding of compensation practices, data analysis skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization.Here’s what you’ll be doing:Compensation System Design, Implementation, and ManagementDevelops compensation strategies, policies, and programsDesigns, implements, and manages salary classification and compensation systems, including job levels, grades, salary bands, and salary scalesRegularly reviews compensation practices and market conditions, and adjusts the organization’s pay, incentive, and benefit structures as neededDirects job classification processes and salary placements for new and current employeesManaging and oversight of job descriptions and titlesManagement of annual salary review process including conducting benchmarking data to make recommendations on annual salary increases, review and assess any promotion requests with recommendations, communication with managers and employees and run the processes for importing new salaries into the HRIS systemAssessment and management of additional compensation structures to ensure alignment, consistency and equitable approach across the organization as well as market competitivenessReview and address all compensation related inquiries or concerns from internal staff or prospective staffTotal Rewards ProgramPartner with the Managing Director of Human Resources and Payroll in the design, implementation and administration of the organization’s total rewards program (including compensation, benefits, recognition, retirement and well-being)Monitor industry trends and make recommendations that support the organization’s ability to continue to attract, engage and retain talentEvaluate the effectiveness of the total rewards program and identify areas for improvement.Lead and direct the organization’s total compensation committeeCross-Functional Stakeholder Support & EngagementProvides counsel to hiring managers on job descriptions, salary decisions, policy and guideline interpretation and job evaluationsPartner with and provide counsel to the Talent Teams (talent acquisition, human resources, employee relations, payroll) team on pay decisions, policy and guideline interpretationCreate a communication strategy approach to ensure teammate understanding of compensation policies and benefit offeringsDevelop and lead the processes for generating, distributing, and operationalizing annual compensation changes for all staff.Legal ComplianceEnsure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements related to compensation and benefitsOversight of job postings and job descriptions to comply with state and federal requirements.Conduct audit assessments for pay equity and compensation alignment across the organizationRefine and codify internal compensation processes to ensure accuracy, security, timelines and compliance with applicable local, state and federal compensation regulationsQualifications
Must Haves:Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, finance or a related fieldProgressive experience in compensation and total rewardsExperience with FLSA guidelines and performing exempt/nonexempt "duties" testsStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends to make informed decisionsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organizationIn-depth knowledge of compensation practices, including salary structure design, incentive plans, and market analysisProficient in Excel, Word, Google Sheets and Google DocsAbility to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and stakeholders across multiple levelsAbility to build compensation systems and processes from ground up.Ability to lead change managementDemonstrated knowledge of HR management, policies, best practices and proceduresDemonstrated knowledge of state and federal employment and wage and hour lawsDemonstrated knowledge of HRIS system(s)Nice to Haves:PHR or SHRM CertificationAdditional Information
In addition to a competitive salary, KIPP TEAM & FAMILY offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, retirement, a school laptop and transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into New Jersey from the New York City area.KIPP New Jersey | KIPP Miami is an equal opportunity employer
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About KIPP TEAM & FamilyKIPP TEAM & Family is our network office that includes support teams - such as Leadership Development, Recruitment, Advocacy, Facilities, Finance, HR and more - dedicated to empowering our schools and ensuring the success of KIPP students throughout New Jersey and Miami. Our schools are part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. The first KIPP New Jersey school opened in Newark in 2002 and since then our school network has expanded to educate 8,135 students in grades K-12. By 2027, KIPP New Jersey will provide a world-class education to over 10,300 students across Newark and Camden.In 2018, we grew our KIPP community in response to a need for high-quality school options for students in Greater Miami’s Urban Core communities. That led to the creation of KIPP Miami, which currently educates more than 1,000 students in four schools, with plans to reach 5,800 students by 2025.Job Description
Here’s what you need to know:The Director of Compensation will be responsible for developing and implementing compensation strategies, systems and programs that align with the organization's compensation philosophy to pay our teammates competitively, equitably, and transparently. This role requires a deep understanding of compensation practices, data analysis skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization.Here’s what you’ll be doing:Compensation System Design, Implementation, and ManagementDevelops compensation strategies, policies, and programsDesigns, implements, and manages salary classification and compensation systems, including job levels, grades, salary bands, and salary scalesRegularly reviews compensation practices and market conditions, and adjusts the organization’s pay, incentive, and benefit structures as neededDirects job classification processes and salary placements for new and current employeesManaging and oversight of job descriptions and titlesManagement of annual salary review process including conducting benchmarking data to make recommendations on annual salary increases, review and assess any promotion requests with recommendations, communication with managers and employees and run the processes for importing new salaries into the HRIS systemAssessment and management of additional compensation structures to ensure alignment, consistency and equitable approach across the organization as well as market competitivenessReview and address all compensation related inquiries or concerns from internal staff or prospective staffTotal Rewards ProgramPartner with the Managing Director of Human Resources and Payroll in the design, implementation and administration of the organization’s total rewards program (including compensation, benefits, recognition, retirement and well-being)Monitor industry trends and make recommendations that support the organization’s ability to continue to attract, engage and retain talentEvaluate the effectiveness of the total rewards program and identify areas for improvement.Lead and direct the organization’s total compensation committeeCross-Functional Stakeholder Support & EngagementProvides counsel to hiring managers on job descriptions, salary decisions, policy and guideline interpretation and job evaluationsPartner with and provide counsel to the Talent Teams (talent acquisition, human resources, employee relations, payroll) team on pay decisions, policy and guideline interpretationCreate a communication strategy approach to ensure teammate understanding of compensation policies and benefit offeringsDevelop and lead the processes for generating, distributing, and operationalizing annual compensation changes for all staff.Legal ComplianceEnsure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements related to compensation and benefitsOversight of job postings and job descriptions to comply with state and federal requirements.Conduct audit assessments for pay equity and compensation alignment across the organizationRefine and codify internal compensation processes to ensure accuracy, security, timelines and compliance with applicable local, state and federal compensation regulationsQualifications
Must Haves:Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, finance or a related fieldProgressive experience in compensation and total rewardsExperience with FLSA guidelines and performing exempt/nonexempt "duties" testsStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends to make informed decisionsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organizationIn-depth knowledge of compensation practices, including salary structure design, incentive plans, and market analysisProficient in Excel, Word, Google Sheets and Google DocsAbility to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and stakeholders across multiple levelsAbility to build compensation systems and processes from ground up.Ability to lead change managementDemonstrated knowledge of HR management, policies, best practices and proceduresDemonstrated knowledge of state and federal employment and wage and hour lawsDemonstrated knowledge of HRIS system(s)Nice to Haves:PHR or SHRM CertificationAdditional Information
In addition to a competitive salary, KIPP TEAM & FAMILY offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, retirement, a school laptop and transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into New Jersey from the New York City area.KIPP New Jersey | KIPP Miami is an equal opportunity employer
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