Compensation Specialist

The Compensation Specialist is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the organization’s compensation programs. This role involves administering pay structures, conducting job evaluations, and maintaining accurate data to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices. Working closely with the Compensation & Benefits Manager, the specialist provides analytical support, assists in benchmarking processes, and ensures compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

The Compensation Specialist will:

• Conduct comprehensive market analysis to benchmark salaries and ensure competitive pay structures.
• Administer and maintain base pay, incentive programs, and salary structures.
• Conduct job evaluations to ensure accurate classifications and internal equity.
• Under the guidance of the Compensation/Benefit Manager, collaborate with HR to develop salary recommendations for new hires, promotions, and adjustments.
• Generate reports and provide compensation data insights to Compensation/Benefits Manager and HR.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., OFFCP requirements, FLSA, pay equity laws).
• Support the annual budget salary review and merit increase processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve compensation-related inquiries from HR.
• Coordinate with the Compensation/Benefits Manager on complex pay decisions and special projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned

• A highly competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and supplemental insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Generous paid time off (PTO) - up to 5 weeks in your first year!
• Opportunities to participate in recreational activities such as Battle of the Businesses, special events such as Kings Island Day, Dayton Air Show and opportunities to give back.
• Opportunities to join various employee committees

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in compensation or a related HR role.
• Proficiency in Excel or other data analysis tools.
• Understanding of compensation principles and job evaluation methods.
• Familiarity with federal and state pay regulations (e.g., FLSA).
• Strong attention to detail with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or progress toward certification.
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Dayforce, Workday).
• Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Power BI.
• Experience supporting compensation programs in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver accurate results under deadlines.

About Solvita

We began in Dayton in 1964 as the region’s first centralized blood bank. The tissue bank was born in 1986 and is now one of the nation’s largest tissue banks. Solvita recovers, processes, and distributes human tissue grafts and is the nation’s largest non-profit provider of skin grafts for burn patients.

Solvita is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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