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YMCA of the USA

Association Senior Director of Compensation & Benefits

YMCA of the USA, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245

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Association Senior Director of Compensation & Benefits Join the YMCA of Greater Charlotte as the next Association Senior Director of Compensation & Benefits. Under the general supervision of the Chief People & Culture Officer, you will direct and oversee all day‑to‑day payroll and HR administrative actions, payroll and benefits processes, and strategic total rewards programs. You will build and advance data‑driven insights that shape workforce and business outcomes while ensuring competitive, equitable, and sustainable compensation and benefits offerings.

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, human resources, or related field, or equivalent experience. 10+ years of experience managing HR operations including payroll, taxes, compensation, benefits, policy, and compliance. High level of customer service skills and expertise. Demonstrated success working with multiple levels of leadership and exercising influence. Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to educate, motivate, and lead others.

Preferred Master’s degree in business administration, finance, or human resources. Professional certifications: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CCP, or CEBS. Experience and proficiency with HRIS systems.

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. Prepare department budget. Ensure compliance with legal requirements. Collaborate on compensation solutions, job evaluations, benchmarking, and incentive programs. Recommend and develop compensation programs based on employee needs, regulations, and industry trends. Prepare and evaluate job descriptions, classifications, and resolve salary needs. Develop a 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. Oversee leave management programs to ensure compliance, consistency, and support for employee well‑being. Build and lead the organization’s people analytics function. Perform other duties as assigned.

Cause‑Driven Leadership Competencies Communication & Influence Collaboration Critical Thinking & Decision Making Emotional Maturity

Seniority Level Executive

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Human Resources

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