Senior HRIS and Compensation Manager

SEIU

Senior HRIS and Compensation Manager leading HR technology and payroll operations. Ensuring equitable pay practices and data integrity for SEIU with a focus on operational excellence.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeRemote • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $121,078 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.
Oversee day-to-day HRIS transactions across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, status changes, salary adjustments, reporting structure updates, and offboarding.
Conduct regular audits to validate data accuracy and identify process improvements.
Lead compensation administration, including salary structures, job classifications, and alignment to SEIU’s grade and step system.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

HRIS administrationsystem configurationdata governancecompensation administrationpayroll processessalary structuresjob classificationsdata accuracy auditsprocess improvementsemployee lifecycle management

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationorganizational skillsproblem-solvingattention to detail