Manager of Compensation and Benefits - Tribal Operations

About the role

The Manager of Compensation and Benefits oversees compensation and benefits for Tribal Operations team members of the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC). This role is responsible for outlining philosophy and guidance, salary structures, job leveling, benchmarking positions to market data, compensation projects, and providing guidance to leaders and HR to support attracting and motivating talent. Additionally, the Manager oversees the administration of team member benefits.

Responsibilities

• Lead compensation work to support the SMSC’s business goals and budget guidelines, including merit and market adjustment processes and bonus-related pay.
• Ensure adherence to compensation laws, including Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and pay equity regulations.
• Advise and consult with Tribal Operations leaders and HR team members on compensation studies, issues, and pay recommendations based on market trends.
• Partner with leaders and HR team members to support annual compensation reviews, pay adjustments, and bonuses.
• Work in partnership with Finance to provide analytical support for compensation modeling and cost projections.
• Coordinate the annual benefits renewals and open enrollment processes with vendors and internal stakeholders in partnership with Tribal Operations leaders and HR leadership.
• Ensure benefits enrollment, eligibility, and deduction are accurately recorded and maintained in the HRIS and payroll system.
• Partner on vendor relationships, contracts, renewals, and service-level agreements.
• Ensure a smooth experience for team members on all leave programs.
• Integrate leave management with payroll processing, benefits continuation, accommodations, and workers’ compensation.
• Ensure leave data is properly documented and maintained in personnel files and HRIS records.
• Maintain confidentiality and protection of team member personal data.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing Compensation and Benefits team by hiring, coaching, mentoring, and managing performance to build a culture grounded in accountability, trust, continuous learning, and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Compensation.
• 4+ years of experience supporting benefits eligibility, enrollment, life events, deductions, vendor feeds, and reconciliation in a benefits administration environment.
• Advanced proficiency in the use of personal computers, MS Office Applications, and HR-related software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced quantitative skills, including data manipulation, statistical analysis, and visualization.
• Demonstrated ability to work within and collaborate with a team.
• Willingness and ability to take initiative and operate independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.