Compensation Director

Date Posted: Feb 25, 2025

Requisition ID: 457598

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

About the Indiana State Personnel Department (INSPD):

As an agency operating a shared services model, we provide the executive branch of state government with top-notch Human Resources services. INSPD has a dedicated team of human resources professionals working in many capacities, including director-level, generalists, and specialists in each discipline of human resources. Joining our team will open the door to many opportunities for lateral and upward mobility.

Role Overview:

The Director of Compensation & Organizational Design is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and management of the State of Indiana’s classification system and compensation programs, policies, and procedures. This role ensures that our organizational practices are competitive and aligned with the strategic objectives of the State. The Director of Compensation & Organizational Design will work closely with leadership at all levels of State government to design and execute effective compensation strategies that attract, retain, and motivate top talent.

Some essential functions of this position may be performed onsite at the agency’s worksite or other assigned worksites while some essential functions of this position may be eligible for work from home authorization in accordance with policy. Remote work authorization is not automatic and is dependent upon operational needs and agency approval.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $93,002.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Oversees the administration of the State of Indiana’s classification system and compensation programs, policies, and procedures.

  • Develops and implements comprehensive compensation strategies that support the State’s talent management goals.

  • Leads market research and compensation benchmarking to regularly evaluate the State’s compensation positioning.

  • Represents the Indiana State Personnel Department in compensation related matters.

  • Partners with HR Directors and agency leaders to understand business needs and develop compensation solutions.

  • Recommends and implements changes to the State’s classification system and compensation programs based on market trends, business needs, and regulatory requirements.

  • Provide guidance and support to facilitate the professional growth and performance of the Compensation and Organizational Design team.

  • Manages and develops strategic compensation analyses and initiatives.

  • Manages escalated classification and compensation needs and oversees the approval or denial of all classification and compensation requests.

  • Prepare and present reports on compensation trends, competitiveness, and program effectiveness.

  • Collaborates with HRIS team to identify system improvements and enhancements and recommend and implement solutions, including configuration and acceptance testing.

  • Manages relationships with external vendors, such as compensation consultants and survey providers, to support compensation decision-making and to ensure participation in industry surveys.

  • Review and evaluate organizational effectiveness, goal determination, and strategic planning, etc., makes recommendations for improvement.

  • Develop and coordinate plans and policies, resources, and mission as well as goals, vision and expectations of agency or program.

  • Provide guidance to agencies and the public regarding applicable laws and rules.

  • Supervise subordinate personnel including hiring, determining workload, and delegating assignments, training, monitoring, and evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary action.

  • Monitor agency or program budget including revenues, expenditures, and budget projections.

  • Communicate with news and other media. responds to media questions or requests in an appropriate public relations manner.

  • Coordinate with other government officials on planning issues (i.e. federal and/or state agency directors, etc.).

  • Coordinate, review and evaluate the use of appropriate controls and standards for the agency.

  The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field or equivalent experience.

  • 10+ years of related experience.

  • Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or ability to obtain within agreed upon timeframe.

  • Strong knowledge of compensation theories, practices, and regulatory requirements.

  • Proficiency in statistical analysis and data interpretation, predictive modeling, and market benchmarking.

  • Extensive knowledge of agency and/or organizational program(s) and business practices.

  • Extensive knowledge of State programs and resources, public policy, and program evaluation.

  • Ability to develop and/or measure program outcomes.

  • Ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with key public and private government and business leaders.

  • Ability to identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, and use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations.

  • Ability to work with internal and external customers to assess needs, provide assistance, resolve problems, and satisfy expectations.

  • Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, establish credibility, and influence leaders at all levels.

  • Make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions. Perceives the impact and implications of decisions.

  • Ability to identify problems. determine accuracy and relevance of information, and to use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations.

  • Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

  Technology Skills

• PeopleSoft and SuccessFactors preferred.

  • Advanced Excel skills preferred.

  • Microsoft Office Suite.

  Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

  The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

  • Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

  • Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

  • Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

  • Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities

  • Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match

  • Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

  • A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

  • 150 hours of paid new parent leave

  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

  • 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

  • Education Reimbursement Program

  • Group life insurance

  • Referral Bonus program

  • Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

  • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

  • Free Parking for most positions

  • Free LinkedIn Learning access

  Equal Employment Opportunity:

  The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

  If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

  The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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