YMCA of Greater Charlotte
Association Senior Director of Compensation, Benefits & People Analytics
YMCA of Greater Charlotte, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Overview
Association Senior Director, Compensation, Benefits & People Analytics. Under the general supervision of the Chief People and Culture Officer and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, this role directs and oversees all day-to-day payroll and HR administrative actions and processes, payroll and benefits, and HR data initiatives for YMCA of Greater Charlotte. The Senior Director provides strategic leadership for total rewards programs while building data-driven insights that shape workforce and business outcomes. The role ensures competitive, equitable, and sustainable compensation and benefits offerings while leveraging people analytics to drive informed decision-making across talent, culture, and organizational effectiveness. Culture and Purpose
The culture of the Y is rooted in our Christian mission and core principles. We strive to embody our purpose to love, serve and transform lives. We lead with love, serve with purpose, and act with care, compassion, generosity, grace, faith, honesty, humility, joy, respect, responsibility, and service. We strive to create belonging, motivate others, and uphold ethical standards in all we do. Essential Functions
Serve as a trusted advisor to the CPCO on total rewards and workforce insights. Supervise Payroll Manager, HR Generalist, and Benefits Manager. Lead and develop a high-performing team across compensation, benefits, and operations. Ensure compliance with legal requirements within scope of work. Collaborate on compensation solutions, job evaluations, benchmarking, and incentive programs with senior leaders and recruiting partners. Recommend and develop compensation programs by studying employee needs, regulations, and industry trends. Prepare and evaluate job descriptions, classifications, and salary needs. Develop communication strategy for compensation, benefits, and total rewards to attract and retain talent. Lead benefits-related RFPs, vendor negotiations, and ensure operational and financial objectives are met. Manage tools for employee benefits selection and annual assessments of benefit offerings. Maintain HRIS and payroll systems, update policies, and provide HR analytics and reporting for organizational compliance. Oversee leave management programs to ensure compliance, consistency, and support for employee well-being, balancing organizational needs. Build and lead the organization’s people analytics function, providing insights that drive workforce planning, engagement, retention, and productivity. Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by leadership. Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, business, human resources or other degree with equivalent work experience. 10+ years of experience managing HR Operations including payroll, taxes, compensation, benefits, policy, compliance. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred. High level of customer service skills and expertise. Demonstrated success working with multiple levels of leaders and exercising a high level of influence. Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to educate, motivate, and lead others. All YMCA team members are expected to maintain a current and active status for all safety, risk, and programming certifications defined by the YMCA of Greater Charlotte. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s in Business Administration, Finance or Human Resources. Professional Human Resources (PHR) or Sr. Professional Human Resources (SPHR), SHRM-CP. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or equivalent. Experience and proficiency with HRIS. Working Conditions
Regular use of computer for extended periods and communication via computer and phone/smart device. Occasional sitting, reaching, and movement in the work environment. Occasional lifting up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for close and distance tasks. Moderate noise level; travel as needed. Additional Details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Human Resources and Finance Industries: Non-profit Organizations
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Association Senior Director, Compensation, Benefits & People Analytics. Under the general supervision of the Chief People and Culture Officer and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, this role directs and oversees all day-to-day payroll and HR administrative actions and processes, payroll and benefits, and HR data initiatives for YMCA of Greater Charlotte. The Senior Director provides strategic leadership for total rewards programs while building data-driven insights that shape workforce and business outcomes. The role ensures competitive, equitable, and sustainable compensation and benefits offerings while leveraging people analytics to drive informed decision-making across talent, culture, and organizational effectiveness. Culture and Purpose
The culture of the Y is rooted in our Christian mission and core principles. We strive to embody our purpose to love, serve and transform lives. We lead with love, serve with purpose, and act with care, compassion, generosity, grace, faith, honesty, humility, joy, respect, responsibility, and service. We strive to create belonging, motivate others, and uphold ethical standards in all we do. Essential Functions
Serve as a trusted advisor to the CPCO on total rewards and workforce insights. Supervise Payroll Manager, HR Generalist, and Benefits Manager. Lead and develop a high-performing team across compensation, benefits, and operations. Ensure compliance with legal requirements within scope of work. Collaborate on compensation solutions, job evaluations, benchmarking, and incentive programs with senior leaders and recruiting partners. Recommend and develop compensation programs by studying employee needs, regulations, and industry trends. Prepare and evaluate job descriptions, classifications, and salary needs. Develop communication strategy for compensation, benefits, and total rewards to attract and retain talent. Lead benefits-related RFPs, vendor negotiations, and ensure operational and financial objectives are met. Manage tools for employee benefits selection and annual assessments of benefit offerings. Maintain HRIS and payroll systems, update policies, and provide HR analytics and reporting for organizational compliance. Oversee leave management programs to ensure compliance, consistency, and support for employee well-being, balancing organizational needs. Build and lead the organization’s people analytics function, providing insights that drive workforce planning, engagement, retention, and productivity. Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by leadership. Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, business, human resources or other degree with equivalent work experience. 10+ years of experience managing HR Operations including payroll, taxes, compensation, benefits, policy, compliance. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred. High level of customer service skills and expertise. Demonstrated success working with multiple levels of leaders and exercising a high level of influence. Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to educate, motivate, and lead others. All YMCA team members are expected to maintain a current and active status for all safety, risk, and programming certifications defined by the YMCA of Greater Charlotte. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s in Business Administration, Finance or Human Resources. Professional Human Resources (PHR) or Sr. Professional Human Resources (SPHR), SHRM-CP. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) or equivalent. Experience and proficiency with HRIS. Working Conditions
Regular use of computer for extended periods and communication via computer and phone/smart device. Occasional sitting, reaching, and movement in the work environment. Occasional lifting up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for close and distance tasks. Moderate noise level; travel as needed. Additional Details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Human Resources and Finance Industries: Non-profit Organizations
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