Director Of Classification And Compensation

Job Description

DIRECTOR OF CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION

Job Number:

00139734

Job Posting
:

Oct 22, 2026, 3:17:17 PM

Closing Date
:

Nov 6, 2026, 12:59:00 AM

Full-time

Shift Start Time
:

8:00

A.M.

Shift End Time
:

4:00

P.M.
Collective Bargaining Unit
:

None

Posting Salary
:

MIN $196,518 MAX $219,209
Organization
:

Health and Hospital Systems

LOCATION:
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital-Chicago, IL
DEPARTMENT:
Human Resources
SHIFT:
Days/8AM-4PM
Applicants may apply for this position by submitting a resume/ CV to the following email address:
mgmtrecruit@cookcountyhhs.org

When submitting a resume/CV by email, you
must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email
. An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.

This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.

Job Summary
The Director of Classification & Compensation (Director) assumes primary responsibility for the overall maintenance, development, coordination, design, and implementation of the Cook County Health (CCH) job classification and compensation department.

This department is responsible for creating and maintaining all CCH job descriptions as well as completing market compensation analysis for all positions in accordance with negotiated and other wage and salary decisions for non-union, union, leadership, professional, clinical, and non-clinical personnel.

The Director will also develop, implement, and maintain appropriate policies and standard procedures for CCH to follow in order to comply with all laws, rules, and regulations, as well as ensure that equitable pay structures and practices are in place.

The Director will work closely with Recruiting, Finance, and management to ensure job descriptions accurately reflect the position qualifications in addition to compensation related performance management activities.

The Director will also work with appropriate staff from the Cook County Bureau of Human Resources to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and County laws, regulations, and ordinances.
General Administrative Responsibilities
Collective Bargaining
Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals
Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings
Discipline
Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels
Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements
Supervision
Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices
Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements
Management
Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH' systemic development and success
Discuss and develop CCH system policy and procedure
Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary; hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
Work with Cook County Labor Relations and CCH Operations Counsel to discern past practice when necessary

Typical Duties
Provides leadership in the areas of organizational and position design, position review and analytics, equitable and compliant compensation administration, and pay philosophies and strategies
Assists in policy development for human resources and compensation and classification policies, practices, and procedures
Monitors implementation of employment policies and procedures, especially those directly related to the classification and compensation function such as position reclassification, upgrades, downgrades, talent acquisition and retention initiatives, and salary determinations and adjustments
Manages the classification and compensation team in the day-to-day duties, operations, and implementation of their job functions, as well as works with leadership on ensuring the team has the correct resources, training, skills, and staffing to meet the needs of CCH and its partners
Manages the maintenance of market pricing tool(s) and evaluation of compensation benchmarking strategies
Responsible for drafting and managing CCH job descriptions for both clinical and non-clinical positions to identify grade, typical duties, minimum & preferred qualifications, as well as Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Coordinates final review and drafting of recommendations regarding job audits, classification studies, reclassification procedures, and salary schedules of CCH positions
Manages classification and compensation staff in auditing CCH positions and incumbents; reviews and analyzes job data; directs related job surveys of other government jurisdictions
Consults with Leadership, management, and Cook County Bureau of Human Resources, and to review and formulate CCH strategy in pay and classification matters and to coordinate job studies
Works with the Talent Acquisition Team and other Human Resources leadership on CCH's total compensation and benefits program
Provides assistance to the Chief Human Resources Officer/designee on special projects and reports; advises and recommends options on matters of classification and compensation policies
Provides guidance and assistance in developing workforce structures and the job descriptions and classification systems for newly created positions and structures
Maintains all compensation metrics used for organizational and strategic departmental decisions including appropriate pay equity in alignment with all regulations and CCH policies
Participates in highly confidential meetings and discussions regarding wage settlements, employee classifications and upgrades, organization structure and development or re-organization and their impact on the CCH budget

Provides expertise and recommendations in all matters of compensation, talent acquisition, and job development policies
Assumes supervisory responsibilities over all Human Resources staff engaged in desk audits salary surveys, job description creation / management, market analysis, FLSA review, and ensures policies, guidelines, and regulations are being enforced
Performs other duties as assigned

Reporting Relationship
Reports to the Associate Chief Human Resources Officer

Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree and three (3) years of full-time work experience in classification and compensation or a Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of full-time work experience in compensation and classification
Three (3) years' supervisory or managerial position, with at least one year managing a team in a human resources or finance department
Experience drafting and implementing job descriptions (may be required to complete writing sample during interview or provide a writing sample at time of interview)
Proficiency with analytical tools and programs to include ability to manipulate, interpret, analyze, and present data
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree in finance, accounting, business, or human resources focus from an accredited college or university
Previous work experience in a health care, hospital, and/or medical setting
Experience working with laws and regulations impacting compensation such as Equal Pay Act, Fair Labor Standards (FLSA), Americans with Disabilities ACT (ADA)
Previous work experience in a union environment
Previous work experience in a fast-paced environment with a high volume of work
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or current enrollment in CCP certification program
PHR or SPH certification

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of job classification, the grouping and classifying of jobs according to recognizable prerequisites, function knowledge skills and abilities
Knowledge of methodologies in developing surveys and questionnaires
Excellent customer services skills with the ability to deliver challenging messages and information in a positive and influential manner
Excellent skills relative to interpreting and organizing budgetary data, making computations in matters of pay, cost analysis and projection
Excellent analytical, research, problem solving and critical thinking skills
Skill in the interpretation, organization, and presentation of data
Strong organizational skills with the ability to organize, and track a high volume of paperwork and projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to work with all levels of individuals internally and externally
Strong project management skills
Excellent administrative, organizational and time management skills
Ability to assume responsibility for the overall coordination of a large job classification and compensation system covering thousands of employees in hundreds of job titles
Ability to work effectively in a complicated, diverse, and fast-paced work environment
Ability to plan and administer complex administrative systems and processes
Ability to understand organization needs and goals, and to make appropriate compensation recommendations
Ability to effectively lead professional Human Resources Staff engaged in related duties
Ability to formulate and recommend policy positions in area of expertise
Ability to conduct interviews, salary surveys and elicit information from others
Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues
Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization with diplomacy, and respect. Sensitivity and respect in serving culturally diverse applicants and employees
Ability to work in a rapidly changing

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree and three (3) years of full-time work experience in classification and compensation or a Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of full-time work experience in compensation and classification
Three (3) years' supervisory or managerial position, with at least one year managing a team in a human resources or finance department
Experience drafting and implementing job descriptions (may be required to complete writing sample during interview or provide a writing sample at time of interview)
Proficiency with analytical tools and programs to include ability to manipulate, interpret, analyze, and present data