The YMCA is hiring a full-time Compensation Analyst who is experienced in designing, evaluating, and implementing compensation strategies for an organization! 

The Compensation Analyst oversees the compensation structure within the HRIS database to help the Association manage employee records, process payroll, compensation, benefits, and time/attendance. The Compensation Analyst also builds and generates reports and carries out market research to ensure competitive wages to attract top talent.

This position will have a base located at the Crown Family YMCA community hub, a community-focused nonprofit, located in the West Loop area of Chicago, and will work a hybrid remote/office work schedule. 

Starting salary is $65,000 per year, includes full-time benefits, and opportunities to grow within the organization

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and the passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees 
• Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund 
• Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members
• Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities
• Complimentary Adult YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs
• Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! 

Responsibilities: 

• Design, assess, and manage compensation strategies that attract and retain top talent.
• Conduct thorough market research and benchmarking analysis to ensure competitive salary structures.
• Collaborate with HR and executive leadership to develop and refine compensation policies.
• Manage annual salary review process.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations.
• Prepare and present reports on compensation trends, budget considerations and forecasts.
• Handle HRIS Systems Support & Administration, including day to day issue resolution; ensure delivery of high-quality customer service to end users
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, application operational efficiency, and security
• Conduct and participate in the analysis of workflows and design of functionality and/or improvements to systems, ensuring both process and system requirements are fully identified, evaluated, tested, and implemented
• Partner with other team members to review training and change management needs with all projects
• Work cross-functionally to understand business needs and provide actionable insights

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or equivalent, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in compensation, HR analytics or a related field
• HRIS and HR process/system improvement experience (UKG preferred)
• Must be analytical and detail-oriented with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Continuous improvement mindset and a passion for measuring results through data and metrics
• Must be highly self-motivated and able to handle multiple priorities
• Strong Excel skills
• Experience handling sensitive, confidential organizational, department, and performance information
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Evidence of YMCA competencies in prior experience or practice
• Passion for and commitment to the YMCA’s mission and vision

Child Abuse Prevention - Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training, as required