Director, Compensation at Alliance College-Ready Public Schools
About the Employer
Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating 26 high-performing, middle and high schools that educate nearly 13,000 scholars who make up the heart of Los Angeles’ Latinx, Black, and recent immigrant communities. Alliance schools have been recognized as among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, the U.S. Department of Education, and the California Department of Education. Since opening our first school in 2004, 95% of Alliance scholars have graduated from high school. We strive to uplift our scholars and their communities by fostering unparalleled educational opportunities that encourage scholarly thought, resilient learning, powerful communication, mind-body wellness, and community advocacy. To learn more, visit www.LAalliance.org.
Job Summary
Job Summary
ABOUT ALLIANCE COLLEGE-READY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Alliance College-Ready Public Schools was founded in 2004 based on the belief that all young people––regardless of ZIP code, income, ability, or background–– are capable of achieving at high levels. Alliance is now one of the largest and most successful public charter school networks in the nation, operating 26 high-performing middle and high schools serving 13,000 scholars in Los Angeles communities that have been systematically oppressed. In our 16th school year, Alliance has a proven record of success: though 93% of incoming sixth graders come to Alliance reading below grade level, 95% of Alliance graduates have been accepted to college—including 73% to a four-year university. We strive to truly change the life trajectories of our scholars and communities. Now is the time to join our collaborative community to make long-lasting change across Los Angeles. ROLE SUMMARY Reporting to the Vice President, Performance Management, the Director, Compensation is part of the larger Talent team at Alliance, and is responsible for leading the development and implementation of procedures and policies that are aligned to Alliance’s compensation philosophy and personnel policies, and impact staff compensation across Alliance College-Ready Public Schools. The compensation function is a growing one at Alliance and offers the ideal candidate the opportunity to grow professionally and have deep impact at all levels of the organization. WHAT YOU WILL DO Compensation Functional Leadership ? In collaboration with the Vice President, Performance Management, the Talent Leadership team, and Cabinet, establish the long term vision, goals and strategies to continue to refine Alliance’s compensation guidelines for all staff in accordance with Alliance’s policies and procedures. ? Develop, refine, and lead the processes to determine initial compensation for all new staff members. ? Develop and lead the processes for generating
Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ? At least 4 years of progressive professional work experience in a related field and a Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university ? Commitment to Alliance’s core beliefs and educational philosophy THE IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE/BE: ? Knowledge of state and federal policies that impact employee compensation ? Knowledge of urban school environments and school culture ? Excellent verbal and written communications skills ? Strong organization and project management skills with the ability to juggle competing priorities ? Ability to work in a diverse environment and be sensitive to issues of diversity and inclusion ? Ability to work effectively in a multi-layered organization and build strong relationships with a variety of home office and school-based colleagues ? Experience with FLSA guidelines and performing exempt/nonexempt "duties" tests ? Proficient use of Microsoft Office and Google-based applications, particularly Excel ? Willingness to go above and beyond to contribute to the success of a dynamic team committed to a new future for urban education
Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ? At least 4 years of progressive professional work experience in a related field and a Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university ? Commitment to Alliance’s core beliefs and educational philosophy THE IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE/BE: ? Knowledge of state and federal policies that impact employee compensation ? Knowledge of urban school environments and school culture ? Excellent verbal and written communications skills ? Strong organization and project management skills with the ability to juggle competing priorities ? Ability to work in a diverse environment and be sensitive to issues of diversity and inclusion ? Ability to work effectively in a multi-layered organization and build strong relationships with a variety of home office and school-based colleagues ? Experience with FLSA guidelines and performing exempt/nonexempt "duties" tests ? Proficient use of Microsoft Office and Google-based applications, particularly Excel ? Willingness to go above and beyond to contribute to the success of a dynamic team committed to a new future for urban education
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
7/15/2022
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$89,000 - $130,000
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time