Compensation Specialist

As a Compensation Specialist, you will play a key role in managing the daily operations and administration of our compensation plans while contributing to a broader compensation strategy. Serving as an essential operational partner, you will work closely with HR team members to maintain accurate data, conduct analysis, and drive the development and implementation of strategic Compensation initiatives across the organization.

This role is perfect for a growing HR professional with a foundational understanding of the field who excels in a data-oriented environment, connects administrative workflows directly to high-level compensation strategy, and seeks to expand their impact within Compensation.

• Execute data audits, lead HRIS entries, and deliver accurate dataset maintenance to maintain system-wide data integrity; collaborate with leadership on strategic compensation analysis
• Maintain and update salary structures, job catalogs, and market benchmarks; support broader advisory discussions regarding base pay guidelines
• Generate key operational reports and communicate data-backed insights to HR leadership; assist in drafting clear total rewards communications
• Support the administration and rollout of recurring compensation cycles, incentive plans, and employee recognition programs
• Identify administrative workflow improvements to enhance operational excellence; leverage AI tools to automate reporting tasks and optimize data validation processes

• Deep functional expertise in compensation administration, job leveling, and reward workflows
• Advanced proficiency in dataset manipulation, HRIS platforms, and compensation modeling
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities paired with a service-oriented approach to supporting internal stakeholders
• AI Literacy and Application to streamline routine administrative workflows and improve data accuracy
• Exceptional organizational skills and high attention to detail when managing complex operational tasks

Minimum Requirements: 

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum Experience: 1-3+ years of experience across various HR functions, with focused exposure to HR operations or compensation administration
• Required Technical Skills: Must have at least 3 years of experience with:
• HRIS platform navigation and complex data maintenance
• Advanced data manipulation and modeling tools
• Compensation plan structures and job catalog management

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role

In Human Resources, we collaborate with the innovators who drive DISH's creative ambition. From recognizing and fostering the development of our company's talent to navigating an ever-changing business landscape, our HR team drives positive change for both the company and our team members interested in growing their careers at DISH.

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.

Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

We offer meaningful health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) plan with company match, employee stock purchase plan, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan. Review a benefits summary here: EchoStar Benefits 
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies. Compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
This job posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.
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