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Senior Manager HRIS & Compensation

National Democratic Institute • Washington, District Of Columbia, United States • 13m ago

Job Function: Washington DC

Department: Human Resources

Location: Washington, DC

Senior Manager, HRIS & Compensation

Position Summary

This position is responsible for managing the Compensation and Human Resource Information System (HRIS) functions within the Human Resources department, to include performance management, and other HRIS module management. The incumbent also participates in strategy, planning, and other Human Resources team initiatives in support of NDI’s global operations and overall strategic goals and priorities.

Essential Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Manage the design, implementation, and administration of competitive compensation programs that leverage NDI’s ability to hire and retain high qualified employees.
Conduct reviews and analyses of NDI’s current and proposed compensation programs and practices in order to ensure competitiveness with the external marketplace, internal equity, cost efficiencies, and compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations. Participate in, secure, and utilize relevant salary surveys and other related tools/data to obtain competitive market information and determine appropriate actions/ recommendations for compensation-related decisions. Work with external compensation vendors and other resources as necessary.
Develop and implement compensation-related policies, procedures and guidelines to support and ensure proper administration of NDI’s compensation programs, and develop/deliver relevant training and communications to ensure management and staff understanding and compliance.
Manage NDI’s performance management and promotions processes, ensuring the execution of related timelines and the provision of supporting resources/tools, training, procedures and guidelines to ensure their timely completion and alignment with established budgets and other requirements.
Manage the HRIS system, ensuring optimal function, data maintenance and integrity, and the ongoing monitoring, evaluation, and update of the system’s capabilities and operations to ensure relevance and its ongoing capability to meet changing and/or other organizational or compliance-related needs/requirements.
Ensure employee data is properly entered and captured in the HRIS and that employee records/information, and employment actions are processed accurately and in accordance with established timeframes.
Perform data modeling and reporting to deliver relevant metrics and information about NDI’s workforce, including headcount and employment actions--hires, terms, turnover, promotions, transfers, performance review, and other relevant data points—as well as demographic and DEI-related information. Create and deliver standard and ad hoc reports and analysis as needed.
Provide technical support, trouble-shooting and guidance to HRIS users to ensure system proficiency and resolve user or system problems. Work closely with the Human Resources Team, HRIS and other relevant vendors, Payroll, Information Technology, and as needed other users to ensure that systems are aligned and effectively meeting the needs of the HR team and organization, and that permissions, access and other system operations and settings are established, maintained, and kept current.
Provide set-up and ongoing support for necessary HRIS modifications/implementations related to the performance management, recruitment, and benefits enrollment processes, as well as any other relevant HR technology/systems.
Ensures compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations, including any reporting requirements, and maintain the security and confidentiality of employee data and other sensitive Human Resources information.
Participate as an active member of the Human Resources team, engaging in team meetings and activities associated with Human Resources strategy, planning, and other goals, initiatives, and priorities. Present information and manage internal and external NDI relationships and interactions in a professional and diplomatic manner, and work to resolve situations with the relevant information and parties included.
Supervise other Human Resources staff members, exercising appropriate management/leadership skills. Ensure performance, operations and actions are conducted in accordance with NDI policies, procedures, and other established values and standards.

Peripheral Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Keep abreast of compensation and HRIS trends in the marketplace. Share functional expertise, and best practices with internal clients, peers, and others across the organization as appropriate.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Master’s degree in a Human Resource-related discipline is a plus.
Ten (10) years of relevant Human Resources work experience in compensation and HRIS management/ administration, with at least three (3) years of staff management/leadership responsibilities. Previous experience working for international organization is highly desired.
Demonstrated experience and proficiency in compensation program management, development and design, as well as knowledge of all facets of job analysis, job documentation, market pricing, and salary structure development. Previous experience developing job descriptions and compensation guidelines, policies and procedures is required, along with providing training and education for management/staff to ensure understanding and compliance. Technical proficiency in the usage of CompAnalyst by or a similar compensation tool is highly desired.
Demonstrated experience and a high level of technical proficiency with one or more HRIS systems, preferably including UltiPro, to include system assessment, set-up, and implementation, as well as day-to-day data management, analysis, and reporting. Experience with implementation and administration of selected supplemental HRIS modules or standalone systems such as performance management, recruitment, and/or learning.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge and understanding of federal and state employment laws and regulations, as well as filing and compliance requirements.
A strong attention-to-detail with a demonstrated commitment to excellence and performance improvement with the drive to deliver quality and value-added results and outcomes.
A professional presence and strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to effectively interact in a courteous, timely and diplomatic manner with all levels of staff, as well as other parties/stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to organize, present and articulate ideas both verbally and in writing in an understandable way.
Ability to assess situations and information, think creatively, and devise solutions and make good judgments in the execution of job responsibilities.
Strong data management skills with demonstrated advanced analytical and reporting skills, including the ability to evaluate complex data and information and develop a recommendation and plan of action.
Mathematical competency along with an understanding of qualitative and quantitative metrics with the ability to perform calculations accurately and reconcile numbers.
Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret policies, contracts, and financial reports and take appropriate action.
Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in order to meet deadlines with an appropriate sense of urgency.
Proactiveness and the ability to work independently and as an effective team member.
Ability to apply discretion and maintain highly sensitive and confidential information, ensuring it is secured and maintained in an appropriate manner.
Advanced technical proficiency in HRIS system management, as well as in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and database management. Familiarity with the Google platform of office programs is a plus.

Certifications/Licenses

Certification through the Society for Human Resources, Human Resources Certification Institute, and/or World at Work is highly desired.

Impact

This position has management responsibilities related to one or more members of the Human Resources team.

The incumbent operates under general direction based upon established goals and position accountabilities/responsibilities.

Work Environment

This position is performed in a standard office environment and is eligible for telecommuting.

Physical Demands

While performing this job, the employee is required to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment (computer, keyboard, printer, phone, etc.), and move about the office.

Comment

While there may be flexibility for remote/hybrid work environments and to comply with tax and legal obligations, successful candidates must be residents of MD, DC, or VA or relocate prior to the start of employment at NDI.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. NDI does not provide sponsorship.

NDI is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). As such, NDI makes employment decisions and provides equal employment opportunity without regard to an applicant’s or employee’s race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state and local laws. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please notify NDI’s Human Resources department.

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National Democratic Institute

455 Massachusetts Ave, NW, 8th Floor

Washington, DC 20001-2621