Compensation & Benefits Specialist II

AGE REQUIREMENT: 21 years or older

Position Summary:

The Compensation & Benefits Specialist works with the Compensation & Benefits Program Manager to perform job and position evaluations, determining compensation ranges and total benefits, and assessing job positions to establish classification, licensing requirements, and salary structures.

Isleta Resort and Casino Guest Service Agreement

All Team Members will display 100% commitment to World Class Guest Service through the delivery and maintenance of Guest Service Standards established by the Isleta Resort and Casino.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

1. Evaluates job positions by writing or reviewing job descriptions, assists in determining position classifications, and preparing salary/pay scales.
2. Researches compensation trends and reviews compensation surveys to see how Isleta Resort and Casino’s pay compares with that in other organizations.
3. Ensures that the organization’s pay practices comply with tribal, federal and if applicable, state laws and regulations.
4. Conducts comparative market research to ensure the organization’s offerings are up to date, cost effective, and competitive.
5. Monitors compensation trends.
6. Ensures proper licensing/permitting and FLSA exemptions are applied.
7. Designs and prepares reports summarizing the research and analysis; develops org charts in support of current and/or future changes.
8. Researches and makes recommendations to managers on the status, description, classification, licensing, and salary of positions after reviewing with Compensation & Benefits Program Manager.
9. Completes compensation analysis such as participating in salary surveys and researching compensation issues. Working directly with the Compensation & Benefits Program Manager to coordinate compensation processes, audit compensation data, and manage compensation databases.
10. Updates and utilizes databases to manage compensation processes such as annual incentive determination and annual merit increases.
11. Reviews and analyzes data in the HRIS system, Identifies and resolves anomalies and irregularities, along with determining appropriate job codes.
12. Assists in Investigating salary administration problems/concerns.
13. Prepares, coordinates, and administers employee benefit enrollments for new hires and the annual employee open enrollment.
14. Administers employee Leave of Absences to include Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA); Medical Leave; Military Leave; Administrative Leave; Traditional Leave; Bereavement; and Jury Duty.
15. Provides support in processing and tracking workers compensation claims, as needed.
16. Performs other duties, projects and/or assignments as assigned by Human Resources Management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of compensation structures, salary benchmarking, benefits administration, and industry standards.
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for explaining benefit options, addressing employee inquires, and preparing reports.
3. Ability to analyze compensation data, benefits utilization, and market trends.
4. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality in all aspects of benefits and compensation.
5. Ability to manage projects related to benefits program, open enrollment, and compensation reviews.

Education and Experience:

1. Minimum of six (6) years in Human Resources with two (2) years of working knowledge in FMLA, COBRA, Employee Assistance Programs, Insurance Plans and Enrollments, and all associated HRIS Systems, FMLA, and 401K required.
2. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of education, related work experience, and training required.
3. Experience in salary benchmarking and compensation structures required.
4. Experience with compensation software, and data analysis tools.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certification:

1. Must acquire and maintain a Gaming License issued through POIGRA.
2. Pass pre-employment drug test and background investigation.
3. Must maintain all Isleta Resort and Casino-wide educational and certification requirements.
4. Flexible work schedule, willingness to work any days/hours as needed.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

1. Demonstrate the ability to maintain a seated or standing posture for extended periods.
2. Exhibit the capability to lift, move, and position objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
3. Primarily operate within office environments, dedicating a significant portion of time to interpersonal interactions. The standard work schedule involves full-time commitment during regular business hours, and at times before or after operating hours.

Working Conditions:

Work is generally performed in, both, a Casino setting with exposure to second-hand smoke and a high noise level, and a high paced office setting. Occasionally may be required to interact with hostile and/or angry guests.  

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. It is not necessarily all-inclusive and the job may require other essential and/or non-essential functions, tasks, duties, or responsibilities not listed herein. Management reserves the right to add, modify, or exclude any essential or non-essential requirement at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description, or by the completion of any requirement of the job by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment of any type.

Native American Preference Policy

Isleta Resort and Casino will at all times and for the positions give hiring, transfers, and promotional preferences to qualified Native American applicants in the following order: 1. Enrolled Pueblo of Isleta Tribal Member; 2. Enrolled pueblo of Isleta Descendants; and 3. Registered Native American from a federally recognized tribe.