Director of Compensation

Position Description

Directs, plans, coordinates and supervises the operations and activities of a specialized unit or small department; develops and implements policies and procedures, administers the budget, organizes tasks and sets priorities. Serves as liaison with university personnel and community at large. Works under general supervision with broad latitude for initiative and independent judgement.

About the University

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College

The Compensation and Operations area of Human Resources partners with campus departments to ensure organizational structures, positions, and compensation practices support departmental needs and advance the University's mission.

Major/Essential Functions

The Director of Compensation provides leadership and expertise for the University's staff classification and compensation programs, serving as the primary resource on job architecture, market-based compensation, and workforce planning. This position oversees the evaluation and classification of staff positions, ensuring consistent application of the University's job architecture framework while maintaining internal equity and external market competitiveness. Through data-driven analysis and collaboration, this role supports informed decision-making, advances the University's compensation philosophy, and helps attract, retain, and develop a high-performing workforce.

Essential Job Functions
In this position, you will:

• Manage the daily operations of the Compensation Office, providing leadership, supervision, coaching, and performance management for two Position Management Analysts while promoting teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service.
• Establish priorities, assign workload, monitor project progress, and ensure timely and accurate completion of position management, classification, and compensation activities.
• Lead the review and evaluation of staff position descriptions to ensure accurate placement within the University's job architecture framework, including the appropriate job family, job subfamily, career stream, and job level.
• Serve as the University's primary resource on job architecture by consulting with campus departments on position classification, organizational design, and the consistent application of classification standards.
• Partner with college and departmental leadership to assess workforce needs and develop staffing and classification solutions that align with operational goals and the University's compensation philosophy.
• Develop and deliver training for employees, managers, and executive leaders on the University's job architecture framework, market-based compensation structure, and position classification process.
• Prepare comprehensive analyses and executive-level recommendations for classification and compensation exception requests, including assessments of organizational impact, market competitiveness, internal equity, and budget considerations to support informed decision-making by senior leadership.
• Conduct compensation analyses for new and existing positions, including market comparisons, internal equity reviews, salary placement recommendations, and cost projections to support hiring, retention, and organizational planning.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Comprehensive knowledge of compensation administration, job evaluation methodologies, position classification, and organizational design principles.
• Knowledge of market pricing methodologies, salary surveys, compensation analysis techniques, and pay administration practices.
• Knowledge of Human Resources laws, regulations, and employment practices affecting classification and compensation.
• Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex compensation and organizational data.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Strong consultation, relationship-building, and customer service skills.
• Effective organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications, with the ability to perform complex data analysis and produce executive-level reports to support decision-making.
• Ability to supervise, motivate, and develop staff while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related area required plus five years progressively responsible management experience. Additional education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM or HRCI certification
• Previous supervisory experience

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.