SEIU (Service Employees International Union)

JOB TITLE: Senior HRIS and Compensation Manager
GRADE: MGT E
ANNUAL SALARY: $121,078
LOCATION: All USA or Washington, DC HQ

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW: We are the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), a union of about 2 million diverse members in healthcare, the public sector, and property services. We believe in and fight for our Vision for a Just Society: where all workers are valued and all people respected, no matter where we come from or what color we are; where all families and communities can thrive; and where we leave a better and more equitable world for generations to come. We are an anti-racist union determined to check corporate power and uproot structural racism through unions, worker power, collective action, and government, legislative, and political action. We fight for Unions for All and a Government that Works for All so that all of us, across race and place, can have power together in unions and participate fully in our democracy.

PURPOSE: The Senior HRIS and Compensation Manager serves as the organization’s lead expert in HR technology, compensation strategy, data governance, and payroll operations. This role ensures that SEIU’s people systems, compensation practices, and payroll processes are equitable, accurate, and aligned with our values.

This position advances operational excellence and organizational capacity by strengthening data integrity, improving systems and workflows, supporting equitable pay practices, and providing insights that inform decision-making across the union.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed.

HRIS Strategy, Management & Optimization

• Serve as the primary administrator and subject-matter expert for the HRIS, including system configuration, workflows, permissions, and maintenance.
• Lead system upgrades, enhancements, and implementation of new modules to support organizational needs.
• Establish and maintain data governance standards to ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity across HR systems.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline processes, automate workflows, and improve user experience.
• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with vendors to ensure timely resolution.

HRIS Operations & Data Integrity

• Oversee day-to-day HRIS transactions across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, status changes, salary adjustments, reporting structure updates, and offboarding.
• Partner with HR team members to ensure consistent and accurate data entry aligned with established standards.
• Conduct regular audits to validate data accuracy and identify process improvements.

Compensation Strategy & Administration

• Lead compensation administration, including salary structures, job classifications, and alignment to SEIU’s grade and step system.
• Conduct compensation analyses to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Partner with HR leadership on salary recommendations, offers, and pay decisions.
• Maintain compensation policies and guidelines to ensure transparency, consistency, and alignment with organizational values.
• Support annual compensation processes, including COLA adjustments and salary reviews.

Payroll Management & Compliance

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Partner with Finance to reconcile payroll data and support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure accurate application of taxes, deductions, garnishments, and benefit contributions.
• Maintain payroll policies and procedures and ensure alignment with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Lead payroll audits and support external audit processes.

Reporting, Analytics & Compliance

• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and metrics to support HR, Finance, and organizational leadership.
• Provide data-driven insights to inform workforce planning, compensation strategy, and organizational decision-making.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of required filings, including ACA, EEO-1, and payroll tax reporting.
• Translate data into actionable recommendations that strengthen organizational effectiveness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership

• Partner with HR leadership, Organizational Partners, Finance, and IT to ensure alignment across systems and processes.
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure accurate payroll accounting and reporting.
• Work closely with Benefits, Talent Acquisition, and Employee Relations to ensure HRIS and compensation practices support the full employee lifecycle.
• Serve as a key liaison with external vendors, including HRIS providers and payroll processors.

Process Improvement & Change Management

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance HRIS functionality, compensation practices, and payroll operations.
• Develop and deliver training to HR staff, managers, and employees on systems, compensation, and payroll processes.
• Support change management efforts related to system upgrades, policy updates, and new processes.
• Document processes, maintain SOPs, and ensure consistent application across the HR function.

DIRECTION & DECISION MAKING: This position reports to the Assistant Director of Human Resources and operates with a high degree of independence. The Senior HRIS and Compensation Manager exercises judgment in managing systems, compensation practices, and payroll operations, and is responsible for making recommendations that impact organizational policy, equity, compliance, and operational effectiveness.

QUALIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• 7+ years of progressive experience in HRIS, compensation, and payroll, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role.
• Demonstrated experience managing HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, UKG, ADP, Paycom, Paylocity).
• Strong knowledge of compensation strategy, including salary structures and pay equity analysis.
• Deep understanding of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Experience partnering with Finance on payroll reconciliation and reporting.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced HRIS configuration and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is generally performed in an office setting, but may be required to work in other settings conducive to performing the work required to complete the assignment, such as field assignments. Long and extended hours and travel required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: SEIU offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our values as a labor organization and our commitment to the well-being and long-term security of our staff. Benefits include:

• A comprehensive, employer-sponsored health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• A defined benefit pension plan
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Additional benefits consistent with a mission-driven workplace

SEIU believes that workers deserve dignity, stability, and the ability to plan for their futures, and our benefits are designed to support that belief.