Compensation Analyst, HR/Recruitment
Listed on 2026-01-16
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HR/Recruitment
Talent Manager, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Overview
PNNL’s Human Resources organization is comprised of ~120 plus committed professionals working to advance the interests of the lab and support scientific discovery and excellence. HR is engaged in a transformational journey to help PNNL meet its talent acquisition and retention goals through innovative benefits, compensation, learning, and workforce programs.
ResponsibilitiesThe Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), operated by Battelle Memorial Institute (BMI) for the US Department of Energy (DOE), is seeking a dynamic and innovative Compensation Analyst. This position reports to the Total Rewards Manager.
The Compensation Analyst contributes to PNNL's financial and operational performance by leading initiatives, recommending business focused customer solutions, and performing advanced analysis for Laboratory's HR Compensation function; partners with the HR Strategic Partners on developing compensation solutions for their respective directorates; and interacts with laboratory management on related compensation issues. Other relationships include working with recruiters, peers at other DOE Laboratories, the HRIS team,plastically and a multitude of salary survey vendors.
This position will participate in managing Laboratory compensation programs with emphasis on base salary, variable compensation, and special projects. The incumbent will collaborate with multiple functional areas within HR and with managers and employees across the Laboratory to gain in-depth knowledge of the business, identify emerging llissues, and provide business-focused solutions. This position will deisered to develop a broad range of market intelligence for emerging capabilities required by line management.
In addition, this position will have project responsibility related to the implementation and administration of new compensation initiatives. As a strong business partner, this position will work closely with other members of Human Resources, Business Operations, and Human Resources Information Technology. The incumbent will ensure compliance with policies and practices; educate employees, managers and HR staff; and elevate
Jer issues as needed. Projects with which this position will be closely involved and/or engaged include HR information systems integration to HR deployed services; designing, developing and implementing career families; and other compensation related projects within the Laboratory.
This position will help development, implement, and administer compensation and benefit programs to attract, reward, and retain top talent.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
- BS/BA and 2+ years of relevant experience
-OR- - MS/MA or higher
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional license and/or certification may be preferred (i.e. Certified Compensation Professional).
- Strong data management skills, process orientation, and attention to detail.
- Proficient in Excel, People Soft, and other related technology for survey management, market pricing, and competitive analysis.
- Demonstrated experience developing and running queries and reports from a human resources information system, preferably Oracle or People Soft.
- Strong knowledge of day-to-day operations of the Compensation function, policy interpretation, compensation systems design, and how compensation programs and information integrate with other areas of HR and the organization.
- Strong communication and consultative skills with proficiency in drafting business correspondence, reports, and presentations.
Not Applicable
Testing Designated PositionThis is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).
About PNNLPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!
At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including…
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