Compensation Specialist

Summary

Join Energy Solutions, a growing company committed to climate solutions, as a Compensation Specialist. You will play a key role in developing and administering the company's compensation plan, ensuring it aligns with the organization's mission, vision, and values. This position involves conducting market research, analyzing compensation data, developing and implementing compensation plans, and advising leadership on relevant regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of compensation principles, experience in conducting job evaluations and market analysis, and proficiency in HRIS systems and data analysis tools. This role offers a competitive salary, a generous retirement package, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience as a lead Compensation Specialist or similar role
• Knowledge of current California laws and regulations related to compensation
• Intermediate proficiency in HRIS systems, Data analysis tools, and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience in leveraging Tableau to analyze compensation data, create dynamic dashboards, and support data-driven decision-making
• Knowledge of and ability to apply basic statistical interpretation to compensation analysis
• Foundational knowledge in compensation job architecture
• Experience writing job descriptions
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Conduct job evaluations and market analysis to determine appropriate salary ranges for various positions within the organization
• Gather data from market-based compensation surveys; uses spreadsheet and data analysis techniques to assess results and market trends
• Generate reports and provide data and analysis including compensation data insights
• Develop and implement competitive compensation plans and policies
• Ensure job descriptions and position titles are consistent with job level and exemption status
• Develop and support the annual salary review process, including coordinating with department leads to ensure accurate and timely completion of salary adjustments
• Advise PC Leadership on applicable federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., OFFCP requirements, FLSA, ERISA, pay equity laws)
• Assist with the maintenance of job description assessments and classifications
• Evaluate and recommend salary increases and other compensation changes
• Participate in and advise on employee recognition and total reward programs
• Liaise between department leads and the payroll and benefits team to ensure accuracy of compensation
• Research and recommend methods to control compensation costs
• Collaborate with the PC leadership team to develop competitive compensation offers for new hires
• Maintain and update compensation data and records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
• Troubleshoot compensation-related inquiries
• Perform other miscellaneous projects and duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with Workday
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification
• Working knowledge of Tableau
• Certified Compensation Professional

Benefits

• Salary is commensurate with experience within the pay band of $87,000 to $110,000/Annually
• Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package
• Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)