Compensation Specialist

RISE is a mission-driven, non-profit organization with over 30 years of experience and a $100MM+ annual budget, dedicated to supporting children and adults with developmental disabilities across multiple states.

Since 1987, RISE has empowered individuals and families through person-centered services that promote personal, professional, and practical growth. Our work began by helping individuals transition from institutional settings into family homes-and has grown into a dynamic network of community-based supports for people with diverse and complex needs.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a collaborative, growth-oriented team that values innovation and inclusion, we’d love to hear from you.

THE POSITION:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Compensation Specialist to join our Human Resources team. This position provides administrative and analytical support for compensation-related projects and processes. You’ll maintain compensation data, assist in market research, and contribute to ensuring that our compensation practices are fair, competitive, and aligned with our mission. 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with early experience in HR or data analysis who is ready to grow in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Understand competitors in each market area by position. Makes recommendation on new competitors and competitors that have left the market.
• Interviews and surveys employees and managers to gather and document job, organizational, and occupational information including duties, responsibilities, and skills required by each job.
• Benchmarks jobs monthly against survey data and other market intelligence to determine competitive compensation ranges for each position.
• Prepares and maintains competitor dashboards.
• Prepares and presents summary reports of job analysis and compensation / benefits analysis information.
• Gathers data from market-based compensation surveys; uses spreadsheet and data analysis techniques to assess results and market trends.
• Evaluates and implements job analysis instruments and materials.
• Conducts data and cost analyses to be used in employee negotiations.
• Researches employee benefits in similar industries; based on findings, recommends changes or updates to the company’s existing benefits or policies.
• Advises management on applicable state and federal employment regulations, benefits and compensation policies, human resource procedures, and collective agreements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Extensive knowledge of human resource laws, regulations and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resources or related field required.
• HR certification preferred (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a compensation analyst required.

Perks:

• Full benefits including health, dental, & vision
• Retirement benefits and 401k employer match
• Generous paid time off including your birthday
• Great staff dedicated to creating opportunities for and with people

RISE Inc. & Opportunity Management Group, LLC are Equal Opportunity Employers.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process, please submit your request through one of the following methods listed below:
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY
(a) Dedicated fax 866-268-8885
(b) Dedicated email hrdept@riseservicesinc.org
(c) US mail
(d) Dedicated phone - 1-866-242-2714: DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY

RISE is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.