Compensation Analyst

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Meow Wolf opens portals of possibility. Come as you are! 

We are individuals who inspire creativity in people's lives through art and exploration, so that our combined imaginations can transform the world we live in. We create immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences into fantastic realms of story and exploration.  Our Vision is to be the world’s leading creative company, reimagining the paradigm of art and storytelling, to make a positive difference in the world.  

We share a strong commitment to Belonging through our values of: 

• Collaborative Creativity: We believe the act of creating together amplifies possibilities.

• Provocative Playfulness:  We celebrate the unexpected because it is the doorway to discovery.

• Outsiders Welcome: We are all outsiders at heart, and we create space for everyone to feel like they belong.

• Authentic Compassion: We are “kind punks” - supportive to each other and standing up for what we believe in.

• Audacious Courage: We have the courage to radically reinvent ourselves to push the boundaries of art.

If this all sounds like YOU, read on….

Job Description:

COMPENSATION ANALYST

Purpose: Ensure competitive compensation programs for Meow Wolf employees.

Location: Remote friendly, may be based in Texas, Colorado, New Mexico, or Nevada 

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $65k-88k. Compensation for candidates may vary based upon location and experience.

Deadline: The deadline for submitting applications for this position is March 14, 2025. Meow Wolf reserves the right to extend this deadline if needed.

Under the direction of the Sr. Director, Total Rewards, the Compensation Analyst  will administer Meow Wolf’s pay, bonus, and long term incentive programs to ensure we are competitive with the market. This role will research job requirements, evaluate job positions, assess and perform analysis on collected wage data, and prepare wage and salary data to facilitate compensation and management functions of the organization. As Compensation Analyst, you will execute the annual compensation cycles (including annual increases, step increases, promotions, bonuses and equity), maintain pay structures and compensation plans in Workday, and develop tools for recruiting and HR partners. You will also collaborate with management to determine type, scope, and purpose of analyses. Responsibilities are of a professional level and require understanding of both compensation theory and practice. 

You are essential to the design and optimization of compensation processes and procedures for a rapidly growing organization. This role will be an integral part of our Human Resources team and a trusted partner to business leaders.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review all new job requests from HR and management. Maintain job descriptions for each position in the organization; ensure descriptions accurately reflect the work being performed by incumbents. Analyze for exemption status, application of pay grade, union status and step progression.

• Interview and survey employees and managers to gather and document job, organizational, and occupational information including duties, responsibilities, and skills required by each job.

• Benchmark jobs against survey data and other market intelligence to determine competitive compensation ranges for each position. Make recommendations for surveys/databases with better insight and application to the company’s jobs.

• Manages compensation cycles including annual merit increases, annual bonus payouts, annual step progressions. Organize HR support and lead efforts with management throughout the cycle.

• Draft communications, procedures, and plans for compensation processing. 

• Prepare and present summary reports of job analysis and compensation analysis information.

• Gather data from market-based compensation surveys; use spreadsheet and data analysis techniques to assess results and market trends.

• Evaluate, recommend, and implement job analysis instruments and materials.

• Conduct data and cost analyses to be used in annual budgeting, employee negotiations, and collective bargaining agreements.

• Research employee rewards in similar industries; based on findings, recommend changes or updates to the company’s existing programs or policies.

• Conduct focus groups to collect employee feedback on specific issues or topics related to compensation.

• Plan and communicate preferred methods and best practices for hiring, training, compensating, and evaluating employees.

• Advise management on applicable state and federal employment regulations, compensation policies, human resource procedures, and collective agreements.

• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications:

• You bring 2-3+ years of experience in compensation, including managing compensation cycles and designing and implementing compensation programs or 2-3+ years of experience in a role requiring high analytical skills.

• Experience specializing in a professional field such as compensation, data or systems.

• You possess a degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field.

• Previous experience with Workday or other HCM systems.

• Experience developing and/or managing executive compensation plans preferred.

• Possess strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate highly complex and ambiguous situations.

• CCP Certification preferred.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets and/or Microsoft Access.

Essential tools to set you up for success…

• You will utilize Workday as the Compensation Partner; assisting with reviews of all compensation related transactions and administering compensation programs. You will meticulously maintain our Workday system and ensure the accuracy of the compensation data being entered.

• You will use Excel and/or Google Sheets to create formulas and build pivot tables in order to analyze data and trends.

• You will use Google Suite to create calendar meetings as well as track, analyze, and share.

Work environment & physical demands…

• This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 9a.m. to 5 p.m. or 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

• This position is remote friendly/ WFH.

• No travel is required for this position.  

• All employees will comply with company and OSHA standard workplace safety protocols. 

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Are you…

• Experienced in successfully developing and launching a robust compensation structure?

• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks while demonstrating excellent time management?

• Able to exhibit professional judgment and decision-making skills?

• Experienced in managing processes and willing to take full ownership of projects, driving change through positive influence?

• Adept at learning new software and web-based tools?

• Creative in your approach to problem solving with the ability to identify process improvement opportunities?

If you answered ‘YES’ to all of the above, then what are you waiting for? APPLY MEOW!

IMPACT: Meow Wolf is committed to our DIY roots and grassroots community support principles. To document that commitment, we converted our legal designation into a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation and have certified as a B Corporation. As a B Corp, we have a triple bottom line of supporting financial, social and environmental wellbeing in our community.

INCLUSION:  Meow Wolf is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring all employees enjoy and thrive in a work environment where differences make us the vibrant, wonderful community we are! All employment decisions at Meow Wolf are based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, service in the military or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

BENEFITS:

The choices we make concerning our benefits during enrollment periods are among the most important we select for ourselves and our families. As part of the total compensation package for full-time employees, Meow Wolf offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes various options to meet individual healthcare and financial needs along with many perks.  

• Medical Insurance options: PPO & HSA

• Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Company Paid Life Insurance Policy & Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Voluntary Short-term Disability & Critical Illness Policies

• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Parental Leave for 12 weeks

• Discount off Meow Wolf Gift Shop Merch

• Admission to Meow Wolf attractions for employees and guests

Please visit www.meowwolf.com/careers for more information.