Compensation Specialist

Compensation Specialist

Brookdale is a great place to be: gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families. Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members. Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings. Industry leader in clinical care. Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional. Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.

Job Description

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Responsibilities

The Compensation Specialist assists in the development, management, and administration of compensation programs to ensure compliance and alignment with company objectives, policies, and government regulations.

1. Administers and responds to compensation-related inquiries through the Service Now system.
2. Maintains compensation-related databases and systems that support compensation programs throughout the organization, including maintenance of HRIS tables and queries.
3. Administers ad-hoc bonuses and answers related questions from field and corporate associates.
4. Works with Compensation team to evaluate and edit new or existing jobs.
5. Participates in market surveys.
6. Supports the wage analysis process through market research and insight. Provides initial recommendations for approval.
7. Supports the administration of the annual merit and performance review processes.
8. Performs regular and ad hoc analysis, creating requested reports from multiple data sources.
9. Administers Brookdale's company's minimum wage updates to ensure all associates are paid according to state, federal, and local minimum wage laws.
10. Creates processes and systems to support the Compensation team with information management.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field is required. Prior experience in Human Resources or a related field is preferred. Additional years of related work experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis up to two years. Must possess strong Microsoft Office Skills including Word and Excel. Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements None

Management/Decision Making Make standard and routine decisions based on detailed guidelines with little independent judgement. Problems generally solved with clear, detailed guidelines or by reporting them to a supervisor or more experienced Analyst.

Knowledge and Skills Strong written and verbal communication skills. In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office, with proficiency in Excel and Word and ability to manage data from various sources. Ability to learn new technology quickly. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and associates at all levels of the organization.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions Standing. Walking. Sitting. Use hands and fingers to handle or feel. Reach with hands and arms. Talk or hear. Ability to lift: up to 5 pounds. Vision. Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors.

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Job Info

• Job Identification 25026216
• Job Category Human Resources
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 105 Westwood Pl, Brentwood, TN, 37027, US (On-site)
• Hiring Range Minimum and Maximum Per Period $21.97 - $27.47 / hour