Senior Communications Specialist

Job Description

Position Summary

In this role, you will lead and/or supports a variety of compensation initiatives and projects enterprise-wide, including compensation program design, the annual merit and incentive process, etc.    

Position Details

• Leads and/or supports a variety of compensation initiatives and projects enterprise-wide, including compensation program design, the annual merit and incentive process, etc.  
• Fosters strong partnerships and interaction with internal business partners.  This includes but is not limited to addressing HRBP and leader questions regarding compensation and providing timely resolution of any issues that may arise. 
• Manages salary survey process, including participating and tracking submission deadlines and associated costs, processing payments, analyzing survey results to identify gaps and opportunities. 
• Participates in the design of compensation plans, such as incentive and commission plans. 
• Manages market pricing system to include survey data maintenance, survey participation, aging & job level mapping methodology, and data integrity/maintenance. 
• Evaluates market data/trends and conduct analyses to determine the competitiveness of Southland’s compensation programs 
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding compensation. 
  
  

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of progressive compensation experience, focusing on market pricing and job architecture. 
• Strong proficiency with Workday, specifically in compensation dashboards and data governance preferred. 
• Excellent ability to manage complex compensation cycles with meticulous attention to detail. 
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills for juggling multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. 
• Solid understanding of stock plans, such as RSU plans. 
• Ability to design compensation plans, including incentive and commission plans. 
• Advanced analytical skills for data interpretation, incentive modeling and trend identification, translating insights into actionable recommendations. 
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with a knack for stakeholder engagement. 
  
  

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits
  
  

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Pay: Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Virginia this ranges from $90,388.00 - $106,822.00 plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).