Results driven Senior Compensation professional with more than 15 years of progressive experience in designing, implementing and managing competitive compensation programs across multiple industries. Skilled in market pricing, job evaluation, salary structure design and pay equity analysis. Adept at partnering with business leaders and HR Business Partners to align compensation strategies, organizational goals, enhance internal equity and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Compensation Specialist
United Launch Alliance
01.2023 - Current
Develop job architecture and career frameworks to support internal mobility, employee development, and engagement.
Create and execute project plans to support compensation initiatives to ensure successful and timely completion.
Provide modeling and analytics and oversee annual salary planning processes including merit, promotion, bonus and market adjustment for 3,000 employees.
Conduct job evaluations, competitive benchmarking and monitor compensation trends and recommend changes to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and compliance..
Lead annual performance review cycle through consultation and collaboration with senior leaders and HR Business Partners to ensure a well-defined and efficient process.
Design and manage employee recognition programs including service and excellence awards
Consult with HR partners and business leaders on pay decisions that support pay transparency, employee engagement and comply with budget guidelines.
Facilitate clear communication of policies, programs, and changes to employees and key stakeholders.
Utilize compensation tools (e.g. Pay Factors and Comp Analyst) to identify process inefficiencies and lead improvement initiatives to optimize service delivery.
Senior Compensation Analyst
Kelsey-Seybold
12.2021 - 12.2022
Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Recruitment and management of all levels to further understanding of compensation programs and practices.
Design and develop tools to improve the speed, efficiency and quality of compensation goals and programs.
Conduct compensation-related due diligence on target companies and develop integration strategies to align organizational structure, pay grades and job levels for merging entities.
Provide compensation training to HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition and management of all levels of the organization.
Review market data for new and existing jobs to determine market value for individual client groups.
Develop creative project plans, partner with HR teams and oversee project implementation for compensation related projects.
Innovative leader accomplished in hiring, developing and motivating employees.
Interview, hire and train over 500 camp counselors, specialists and directors.
Manage an annual budget of $1.1 million while increasing profit margins.
Promote positive work environment and staff motivation through communication and supportive team building activities.
Supervised all seasonal and camp-related staff, including selection, development and release of camp counselors.
Project implementation of Camp Minder CRM and annual staff training of leadership for 5 years.
CEO, Chief “Event” Officer
The Event Agenda
01.2011 - 03.2013
Developed a software package to facilitate event planning on-line.
Corporate Human Resources Director
Stewart and Stevenson Services, Inc
10.2004 - 12.2010
Responsible for compensation, training and development, employee relations and retention, and EEO compliance.
Interpreted employment laws, regulatory requirements and kept management apprised of risk related to HR actions.
Developed and managed HR department objectives and strategies.
Created compensation structures to align with market conditions and budget demands.
Worked with HR staff on recruiting strategies, job postings, applications, interview process and proper maintenance of records.
Consulted with executives to provide recommendations on pay practices and salary planning.
Managed annual increases and incentive plans, including payment calculation of profit-sharing payout.
Enhanced employee job satisfaction by resolving issues promptly, utilizing transparency and excellent communication skills.
Developed company policies and procedures in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Ensured integration with business goals by performing review of objectives, existing salary structures, equity practices, recognition programs, and communications with business unit leaders.
Compensation Manager
Kinder Morgan, Inc
01.2001 - 09.2004
Manage compensation programs for 6,000 employees including variable pay plans, executive compensation and stock plan administration.
Develop and implement compensation policies and programs that align with company goals and government regulations.
Train HR partners and business leaders on compensation programs, job descriptions and Fair Labor Standards Act requirements.
Participated in salary surveys to monitor market conditions and ensure competitive pay rates in the industry.
Directed management in executing annual salary increase and bonus plan processes company wide.
Apprise management team of market trends in executive compensation and recommend enhancements or changes to assure the retention, motivation, and recruitment of executive personnel.
Provide leadership and work direction of compensation staff to increase performance and ensure team’s success.
Developed titling conventions, job descriptions and pay structures for all hourly and salaried positions.
Conduct job analysis on positions to validate Fair Labor Standards Act status and apply pricing methodologies.
Develop performance management system and train management company wide to support pay for performance philosophy.
Manage Stock Option and Employee Stock Purchase Plans, including annual grants for 6,000 employees.
Human Resources Generalist
Kinder Morgan, Inc
01.1999 - 12.2000
Responsible for recruiting, selection, training, salary administration, policy administration, benefits, performance management and organization development within client group.
Provide human resources support to over 500 employees.
Assist in the development and implementation of human resources policies.
Conducted training needs assessment to structure management training opportunities.
Developed behavioral-based interviewing questions to evaluate skills and qualifications for candidates.
Facilitated training sessions on leadership and supervisory skills, job specific task training, and safety and legal compliance.