Senior Coordinator, Compensation
Chicago Transit Authority | |
United States, Illinois, Chicago | |
567 West Lake Street (Show on map) | |
Jun 12, 2026 | |
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Description
SALARY $98,615.81 - $101,081.21 POSITION SUMMARY Under direction, supports strategic plans in the development and implementation of consistent position management and compensation processes. Assists management in maintaining and ensuring compliance with organizational guidelines and administering position-related systems and reports. Coordinates with department on special projects and provides assistance in the research and development of Human Resources (HR) strategic initiatives and programs. Qualifications
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES * Coordinates the planning, development, and implementation of position management processes. o Serves as administrator of position control processes to release positions for posting. Works with management and budget department in reviewing compensation justifications for alignment with budgetary controls and organizational objectives. o Develops and implements programs to foster accurate position management. Works with HR team to develop, implement, and maintain streamlined position approval procedures. o Maintains and provides accurate system data related to position control. o Supports the annual budget process by providing accurate position management information, tracking unbudgeted positions, and assisting in position management reconciliation. * Serves as resource and subject matter expert on HR position control issues. o Develops and creates weekly reports in support of HR and Budget position control processes. o Provides administration of position - related systems. o Monitors position trades and changes for budget impact to ensure adherence to Authority financial goals and objectives. * Assists in coordinating various compensation programs and processes that attract and retain qualified employees and comply with federal laws, Authority goals and objectives, and department policies. * Partners with other HR areas on special projects that support various departments throughout the Authority. * Assists management in the development, implementation, and administration of HR and Compensation goals, objectives, and policies. * Creates, maintains, and distributes organizational charts and structure for all Authority departments utilizing various organization chart software. Updates charts according to departmental changes and reorganizations. * Performs related duties as assigned. MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting to this position are the following jobs: Job Title * None - supervises activities of HR Compensation Analysts and other support staff. CHALLENGES * Improving and maintaining employee morale while still managing budget, internal equity, external competitiveness, and Human Resources goals and mission. * Managing multiple projects and balancing competing priorities and deadlines. * Working with employees at all levels within the department. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS * Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR Management, or a related field, plus three (3) years of experience with the design, administration, and/or communication of various types of compensation plans, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. * Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification, and/or Society for Human Resource Management - Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS * Requires sitting for extended periods of time, standing, visual acumen, manual dexterity, and fingering for working with computer key boards. * Service Area Requirement: Exempt (Non-Union) employees must live within the boundaries of the CTA Statutory Service Area either at the time of employment or within 6 months of beginning employment at CTA. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES * Working knowledge of the practices and principles in the design and administration of various compensation plans. * Working knowledge of Human Resources principles and functions. * Working knowledge of project management practices and methodologies. * Working knowledge of organizational chart software, including Visio, Org Plus, etc. preferred. * Strong computer and computer software skills including MS Word, MS Excel, etc. * Strong analytical and critical/conceptual thinking skills. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Good organization and project management skills. * Ability to synthesize information while prioritizing, monitoring, and completing multiple tasks or projects. * Ability to function as a member of a team dedicated to quality customer service. * Ability to maintain confidentiality. WORKING CONDITIONS * General office environment. EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED * Standard office equipment. * Personal computer and related HR software. Additional Details
Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor contracts.
Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target. Applicants, if hired,must comply with CTA's residency ordinance. CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact arc@transitchicago.com prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided. During the hiring process, CTA's Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps . Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness. Please click link below to review the benefits offered at the CTA. https://www.transitchicago.com/hrbenefits/ Primary Location
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USA-Illinois-Chicago
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Human Resources
Job Posting
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Jun 12, 2026, 5:00:00 AM
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Full-time Permanent (FTP) | |
Jun 12, 2026