Compensation Manager

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date.

The Compensation Manager plays a key role in shaping and executing the institution’s compensation strategy. Reporting to the Compensation Director and serving as acting Director when needed, this position leads compensation operations, supervises staff, and ensures alignment with organizational goals, compliance standards, and market competitiveness. The role leverages tools such as PayFactors, Grada, and internal systems to drive data-informed decisions, process efficiency, and strategic workforce planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compensation structures, policies, and programs.
• Conduct job evaluations, market pricing, and internal equity reviews.
• Supervise compensation analysts and serve as acting Director when needed.
• Manage compensation operations including salary decisions, reclassifications, and pay adjustments.
• Leverage compensation tools and systems to analyze data, generate reports, and improve processes.
• Collaborate with HR, Budget, and Payroll on workforce planning and budget alignment.
• Ensure compliance with compensation laws and institutional policies.
• Support the Informed Budget Process (IBP) and maintain data consistency across systems.
• Deliver training and guidance on compensation practices.

Skills & Tools

• Expertise in compensation strategy, job evaluation, and market analysis.
• Proficiency in PayFactors, Grada, Excel, and HRIS/ATS systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of FLSA, Equal Pay, and related regulations.
• Ability to lead through change and drive continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience, including 1+ year in compensation.
• Equivalent education/experience tradeoffs accepted.

• Experience in higher education.
• Certifications: CCP, SPHR, PHR, SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, PMP.

SLCC Information

Salt Lake Community College is Utah’s largest open-access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah’s fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students’ lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.

Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation occurs when we can collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.

Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.

This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.