Compensation Manager

The Compensation Manager plays a critical role in supporting the organization’s compensation strategy, programs, analytics, and operational execution. Oversees both day-to-day compensation operations and the foundational development of scalable compensation frameworks, processes, and tools that support organizational growth and business objectives. Performs a key role in strengthening and evolving compensation practices across the organization, including job architecture, salary structures, market benchmarking, merit planning, incentive administration, and compensation governance. Works closely with HR leadership, Finance, Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners, and business leaders to provide data-driven compensation insights and operational support.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.   

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Experience administering compensation programs including merit, bonus, salary planning, and market pricing.

Experience utilizing compensation platforms, market pricing tools, and salary survey systems such as ERI, CompAnalyst, Mercer, Radford, or similar platforms. 

Demonstrated ability to identify process improvement opportunities and bring forward compensation best practices, market insights, and operational recommendations. 

Demonstrated ability to lead workstreams, prioritize deliverables, and provide guidance within a compensation or HR environment. 

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

Compensation Programs & Operations

Manages day-to-day compensation operations and administration across the organization. 

Administers and supports compensation programs including: 

• Base pay administration 
• Merit planning cycles 
• Bonus and incentive programs 
• Market pricing 
• Job evaluations 
• Salary structures and pay ranges 
• Promotional and equity reviews 
• Compensation audits and reporting 

Leads operational execution of annual compensation processes including merit planning, bonus administration, compensation cycle support, data validation, reporting, and process coordination. 

Conducts internal equity analyses and supports pay recommendations aligned with organizational guidelines, market competitiveness, and business needs. 

Ensures compensation programs are administered consistently, accurately, and in compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations. 

Supports compensation governance and documentation standards across HR operations. 

Researches emerging compensation trends, best practices, and market approaches, and brings forward recommendations and innovative ideas that enhance the organization’s compensation strategy, programs, and operational effectiveness. 

Identifies opportunities to improve compensation processes, manager experience, employee understanding, operational efficiency, and program scalability. 

Provides compensation guidance and consultative support to HR partners and leaders on pay-related decisions and practices. 

Compensation Strategy & Framework Development

Assists in rebuilding and enhancing the organization’s compensation philosophy, frameworks, structures, and supporting methodologies. 

Conducts market benchmarking and compensation research to support competitive and equitable pay practices. 

Develops compensation analyses, models, and recommendations that support organizational decision-making. 

Helps establish scalable compensation processes, tools, templates, and workflows that improve efficiency and consistency. 

Supports the development of job architecture, leveling frameworks, and compensation guidelines. 

Prepares compensation data and insights for leadership review and decision-making. 

Coordinates and completes compensation surveys and benchmarking submissions with industry-specific and market data vendors to support compensation analysis and organizational market competitiveness. 

Continuously evaluates external market trends, compensation innovations, and evolving practices to help shape future-state compensation strategies. 

Government Contracting & Proposal Support

Partners closely with business leaders and government contracting teams to support pricing strategies, proposal development, and workforce planning efforts. 

Prepares compensation market analyses, labor category benchmarking, and workforce cost modeling to support competitive proposals. 

Provides compensation data and analytical support that strengthens staffing strategies and contract positioning. 

Assists with compensation compliance requirements within government contracting environments. 

Analytics, Reporting & Systems

Utilizes Workday and supporting compensation systems/tools to improve operational efficiency, reporting accuracy, and data integrity. 

Utilizes compensation platforms and market benchmarking tools to support market pricing, compensation analysis, and data-driven decision-making. 

Builds and maintains compensation dashboards, reports, analytics, and workforce insights. 

Analyzes compensation trends, market movement, internal equity, and workforce data to identify opportunities and risks. 

Leverages technology and automation opportunities to streamline compensation workflows and reporting processes. 

Ensures integrity, accuracy, and maintenance of compensation data within Workday and supporting compensation platforms. 

Partners with HRIS and HR Operations teams to improve compensation-related system functionality and processes. 

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Provides day-to-day leadership, direction, and development support to the team. 

Prioritizes workload distribution and ensures timely, accurate completion of compensation activities and deliverables. 

Fosters a collaborative, detail-oriented, and service-focused team environment. 

Partners cross-functionally with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Finance, Operations, and leadership teams to support business objectives. 

Serves as a trusted resource for compensation guidance, analytics, and operational support. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of seven or more (7+) years progressive compensation with three (3) years of management experience within an HR team (preferably Compensation), or equivalent combination of education/experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.

EOE including Disability/Vet

The estimated pay range for this role is $97,200 to $150,000, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.  

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401(k)

• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance

• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D

• Legal-Aid Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) 

• Training and Development Opportunities

Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).
 

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