Shape the Future of Pay, and the People It Supports

At Western States Lodging and Management, we believe compensation is more than a paycheck, it reflects value, purpose, and belonging. We're looking for a Compensation Specialist who combines strategic thinking with deep analytics to ensure our pay practices attract top talent, reward performance, and create a culture of growth.

This is more than a technical role; it's an opportunity to craft programs that inspire, support retention, and help employees feel seen and rewarded for their impact.

What You'll Do

Compensation Strategy & Program Design

• Design innovative, scalable compensation strategies, from base pay to incentives, that align with business goals and reinforce employee engagement.
• Collaborate with HR leadership to build job grades, salary bands, and performance-based pay models.
• Evaluate and improve compensation programs to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity.

Market Analysis & Benchmarking

• Conduct salary benchmarking and market research to maintain competitive and equitable pay structures.
• Leverage industry trends and survey data to recommend strategic compensation adjustments.

Compensation Education & Communication

• Develop and deliver resources to help employees and leaders understand our compensation philosophy and programs.
• Lead training on pay-for-performance models and support managers with job offer guidance and salary decisions.

Compensation Administration & Compliance

• Manage compensation processes including merit increases, promotions, market adjustments, and bonuses.
• Ensure compliance with FLSA, the Equal Pay Act, and evolving compensation-related legislation.
• Maintain data accuracy in HRIS and compensation systems.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Provide leadership with clear, insightful reports on compensation metrics and key performance indicators.
• Analyze trends and develop recommendations that align compensation decisions with business strategy.

HR & Business Partnership

• Collaborate closely with HR and business leaders to ensure compensation supports broader talent strategies.
• Support change initiatives and track the impact of compensation programs on retention, satisfaction, and performance.

Innovation & Process Improvement

• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline processes and enhance compensation systems.
• Stay current on compensation trends, pay equity practices, and total rewards innovation.

What You Bring

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in compensation strategy, analysis, and program design
• Strong command of compensation frameworks, salary benchmarking, and pay-for-performance design
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)
• Experience with HRIS and compensation management tools
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and data storytelling skills
• Discretion with sensitive data and a high degree of integrity

Preferred:

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or Global Remuneration Professional (GRP)
• Familiarity with executive compensation and equity-based incentive plans
• Experience with international or multi-country pay structures
• Proficiency in tools like SAP, Workday, or PayScale

Why Join Western States?

• Make a Real Impact: Help shape programs that directly affect how people feel valued in their work.
• Grow Your Career: Gain exposure to strategic projects and leadership collaboration.
• Work with Purpose: Join a team that believes in service, integrity, and people-first practices.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, health coverage, PTO, and professional development.
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture: Be part of a collaborative, mission-driven workplace where your voice matters.

Ready to Lead with Purpose?

If you're driven to build compensation strategies that are thoughtful, fair, and future-focused, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us design a compensation experience that honors every individual's contribution.