MedStar Health

About this Job

General Summary of Position

Functions as an expert resource providing guidance to staff members HR business partners and management on complex compensation issues. Supports the development and administration of compensation programs and policies designed to attract motivate reward and retain the most qualified employees. Evaluates jobs across the various sectors of MedStar Health; collects and analyzes market data; participates in market surveys conducted by third-party administrators; oversees the job description process; makes appropriate compensation recommendations and provides guidance to Human Resources and management. Leads projects as assigned. Participates in the annual merit and market process.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides analytical in-depth analytical support on compensation-related projects (ie. new business acquisitions and system-wide initiatives).
• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
• Exercises independent judgment and takes actions that may set precedents.
• As subject matter expert provides guidance to compensation team members human resources and management staff on complex compensation issues. Assists in training and orienting department staff.
• Assists in developing administering and maintaining compensation policies and special pay practices. Interprets and explains compensation-related policies and practices to HR business partners and management. Serves as a consultant to HR and department leaders in designing and implementing special pay programs (premiums etc.). Collaborates with HR business partners across entities as appropriate to ensure that systemness is maintained. Helps ensure achievement of established department goals and objectives and adherence to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
• Effectively utilizes available software packages to obtain maintain and report accurate data for analysis. Functions as a super user for the market-pricing system to include designing reports partnering with HRIS on changes to the PeopleSoft interface and managing user security.
• Identifies opportunities for and implements process improvement. Makes recommendations for major changes in compensation programs.
• Leads special projects from initial implementation through completion as requested.
• Ensures integrity of compensation-related data through regular audits; researches and notifies HR of the appropriate action to correct discrepancies and ensure compliance. Oversees enhancements to the merit tool. Provides appropriate training and communication to HR staff and users and provides user support when necessary. Monitors system for potential problems.
• Maintains up-to-date job descriptions in JDXpert. Reviews requests for new and revised positions. Evaluates jobs based upon market analysis and internal comparisons. Determines grade designations and FLSA classifications; assigns job codes and titles.
• Monitors trends in the competitive market through networking research and review of published surveys and reports. Recommends modifications to ensure programs continue to align with best practices and MedStar's compensation philosophy.
• Participates in salary surveys conducted by third-party administrators to secure relevant market data. Analyzes and interprets results.
• Participates in the administration of the annual merit and market process which includes but is not limited to market pricing each job making recommendations for change producing reports and presentations and implementing approved increases.
• Works with Payroll HRIS and ERP team members to design and implement system changes required for new/revised policies pay practices and earnings codes.

Minimal Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Business or related field or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required

Experience

• 5-7 years compensation analyst experience preferably in a health care environment required

Licenses and Certifications

• SHRM-SCP preferred or
• SHRM-CP preferred or
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)-HRCI preferred or
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR)-HRCI preferred or
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Expert knowledge of compensation systems principles of wage and salary administration and market pricing methodology.
• Strong knowledge of Federal and State laws governing wage and salary administration.
• Demonstrated ability to solve a full range of complex problems.
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Word Excel and Access software applications.
• Working knowledge of marketing pricing software is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with JDXpert preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $82,617.00 - USD $157,352.00 /Yr.

In addition to your salary, MedStar Health offers a comprehensive healthcare package (including medical, dental and vision subject to eligibility requirements) and other benefits. The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by MedStar Health. MedStar Health is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws.

The hiring range is the range MedStar Health, in good faith, believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on work experience, education and/or skill level, etc. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in MedStar Health's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at MedStar Health's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Why MedStar Health?

At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

• Strong emphasis on teamwork—our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity—we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
• Comprehensive total rewards package—including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• More career opportunities closer to home—as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar Health

MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It’s how we treat people.

MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health entities that are federal government contractors are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.