Manager, Compensation & HRIS

Salary: $109,000.00 - $174,000.00 Annually Location : Portland 97218, OR Job Type: Full-Time Administrative Job Number: 02009 Division: Shared Prosperity Division Department: HR Ops Opening Date: 11/15/2024 Closing Date: 12/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA: Exempt The Position The Port of Portland is hiring a new Manger of Compensation & HRIS Are you a strategic leader with a passion for designing and driving innovative compensation programs? At Port of Portland, we're seeking a Manager of Compensation & HRIS to take the lead in shaping our compensation strategies and ensuring they align with our organizational goals. In this critical role, you'll spearhead efforts to create competitive, equitable pay practices while leveraging HR technology to streamline and enhance processes. If you excel at leading impactful programs and have a vision for aligning rewards with organizational success, we want you to join our team! About Us: The Port of Portland is a dynamic organization dedicated to innovation, growth, and community impact. We're driven by a mission to support economic development and environmental sustainability in our region. At the heart of this mission is our commitment to creating a positive and inclusive workplace that empowers our people to excel. Joining us means being part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions that support the success of our employees and the Port alike. Your Role : As the Manager of Compensation & HRIS, you'll provide strategic direction and operational leadership in support of the Port's business strategy and employee value proposition. In this role, you'll lead the development, management, and continuous improvement of compensation programs, people analytics, and HR information systems (HRIS) to ensure our HR services meet the evolving needs of our employees and organization. This position involves overseeing compensation structures to maintain competitive, fair, and transparent practices; using data-driven insights to guide decisions through people analytics; and driving HRIS enhancements that improve efficiency and employee experience. You'll also focus on process improvements and operational efficiencies, championing initiatives that support our employees while aligning with the Port's overarching goals. We offer a flexible hybrid schedule that combines work-life balance with team collaboration. You'll be in the office Tuesday through Thursday to engage with colleagues and support our business lines, with the flexibility to work from home on Mondays and Fridays. Essential Job Duties Leadership & Team Management Lead the Compensation and HRIS team by setting a strategic roadmap, implementing improvements, and overseeing team initiatives. Guide and coach team members, set priorities, and delegate work effectively to foster a high-performing, collaborative environment. Develop and monitor team KPIs, manage project timelines, communicate risks or challenges, and ensure alignment with department goals. Compensation Strategy & Administration Lead the design and administration of compensation policies and programs, including base salary, incentives, and recognition. Develop competitive, motivational, and cost-effective compensation structures aligned with Port business objectives. Ensure compliance with pay equity laws by guiding pay equity reviews and consulting with managers and HR Business Partners on job design and pay implications. People Analytics Create and implement a strategy to advance people analytics, providing insights through tools and technologies. Develop metrics and reports on HR performance, attrition, diversity, and employee engagement to support data-driven decisions. Enable leadership to make strategic decisions by improving access to and understanding of analytics and insights. HR Information Systems (HRIS) Management Oversee HR systems such as Achievers, Cornerstone, and NeoGov to ensure optimization, accuracy, and data integrity. Maintain strong internal controls and continuously improve system functionality to meet organizational needs. Compliance & Policy Management Maintain and provide guidance on personnel policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Conduct regular policy reviews and handle additional projects as assigned to support HR compliance and operational needs. Key Skills and Competencies: Compensation Strategy & Design (Advanced) Total Rewards Programs & Equity Alignment (Senior) People Analytics (Senior) - Data collection, analysis, and reporting HR Practices & Performance Management (Senior) In-depth knowledge of Oregon Pay Equity Law (Advanced) and Employment Laws (Senior) Compensation Best Practices & Variable Pay Programs (Advanced) Skilled in Vendor Management & Negotiation (Senior) Ability to deliver high-quality solutions on time and on budget (Senior) Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field. OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Experience: at least 5 (five) years of progressively responsible experience in Compensation, Total Rewards, Data Analytics, or HR Systems. at least 3 (three) years of people management experience. Licenses/Certifications: Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) from World at Work - Preferred PHR or SPHR from SHRM - Preferred Supplemental and Selection Information APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: To ensure full consideration , please submit a complete application with your resume and cover letter along with completing the supplemental questions. SELECTION PROCESS & PROJECTED TIMELINE: (tentative schedule): Minimum Qualification Evaluation: During the week of December 1st, Human Resources and the Hiring Manager will evaluate the education, training, and experience outlined in submitted application packets. Subject Matter Expert (SME) Evaluation: A panel of internal Subject Matter Experts will assess your experience and training based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. Interview Scheduling: Our goal is to schedule first-round interviews with candidates who successfully pass the SME evaluation during the week of December 16. The first round will typically involve the recruiter and the hiring manager. Compensation: Our organization adheres to established salary ranges for each position to ensure equitable pay practices. However, final offers are determined based on various factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and considerations of internal pay equity. About us: At the Port of Portland, we use everything we have - our three airports, four marine terminals, five business parks, and all the resources, expertise, and experience behind them - to move with purpose, connecting people with powerful opportunities and creating value for our region. We know that every person we hire, business we work with, contract we sign and decision we make is a chance to make someone's life better. And we'll use our power and influence to pull down barriers, unlock new opportunities, ensure more people share in our region's success and include those who have been excluded in the past. With YOUR help - together with our partners, customers, and community - we'll help drive meaningful change! Do you have questions about this job? Contact us: Safety: The Port promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice in accomplishing work by complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence. Diversity and Inclusion: At the Port, we don't just accept difference; we value and support it to create a culture of inclusiveness and fun. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/Affirmative Action Policy Statement: The Port of Portland is dedicated to maintaining and improving a work environment, which extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. Employment decisions shall be made in such a manner as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of nondiscrimination and affirmative action. Veterans Preference: Under Oregon law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans preference when applying for Port of Portland positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans preference for this job, please provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process. Background Checks and Drug Testing: The Port of Portland will conduct background checks and/or drug tests for positions where such tests are required by regulation and for other safety-sensitive positions. ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the Port can reasonably do so without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources: call or email . At the Port of Portland, we strive to offer a holistic and comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families. We care about your health by offering highly-subsidized healthcare plans that include alternative care. We look out for you and for family by paying for life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage. We participate in the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement program. We provide access to additional coverage and benefits including pre-tax spending accounts, voluntary term life insurance, a deferred compensation plan, and critical illness and accident insurance policies. We go above and beyond by offering an award-winning wellness program for all employees to engage in. Employees can tend to their physical and mental health, earn rewards, and create community. Our employee assistance program supports the Port's commitment to emotional and mental well-being by providing mental health services, discounts on local gyms, and pet insurance for companions. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to spend with loved ones and do the things you enjoy. We offer generous vacation time that accrues with length of service, sick leave that never expires and can be used for dependent care, health maintenance and mental health, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave - all in addition to 10 paid holidays. As an added bonus - because we know employees use their time off differently - once a year we give employees the opportunity to convert sick leave to personal leave, and to convert vacation leave to either cash, a retirement plan contribution, or a contribution to a Health Savings Account. Please note: Some benefits vary by job type/group, so please be sure to review your comprehensive benefit guide and/or collective bargaining agreement upon hire to confirm what is available to you. 01 If you served in the U.S. Armed Forces, are requesting to use veterans' preference points, and have submitted your DD214 form, please describe in detail your training and transferable skills from your military service as they apply to the requirements of this position. Enter N/A if you do not have military service. 02 Do you have experience supervising direct staff? If so, please state the number of staff and how many years of experience. Enter N/A if this does not apply. 03 Which HR disciplines have you worked in, and where do you feel most experienced? Enter N/A if this does not apply. 04 Do you hold any of the following certifications? (Select all that apply.) CCP PHR from SHRM SPHR from SHRM none of the above Required Question

Created: 2024-11-20