Compensation Consultant
The Iowa Clinic
Healthcare | Full Time | Onsite | West Des Moines
Posted: 8/19/26
Job Description
The Compensation Consultant is responsible for developing, administering, and continuously improving the organization’s compensation programs to ensure pay practices are competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with business objectives for leader and individual contributor roles. This role provides consultation on pay decisions, job evaluation, market positioning, internal equity, and annual compensation programs. The Compensation Consultant partners closely with HR, Finance, Payroll and leaders to support data-informed compensation decisions and a consistent employee experience.
Deadline to Apply 9/11/26
Address
5950 University Avenue, Suite 331
Essential Job Functions
Guide compensation decisions, including job evaluations, market pricing, salary recommendations, promotions, internal equity reviews, and FLSA classifications
• Maintain pay structures, salary ranges, grades, market positioning, merit processes, and market or equity adjustment programs
• Partner with HR, Finance, Payroll, recruiters, and leaders to support consistent, data-informed decisions
• Analyze survey, market, workforce, and internal pay data to evaluate competitiveness and recommend improvements
• Create, update, price, and maintain job descriptions for postings, hiring, promotions, and internal movement
• Support HRIS compensation processes, reporting, documentation, and data accuracy
• Stay current on compensation trends, pay transparency requirements, regulatory changes, and best practices
• Provide backup support for benefits administration, including employee inquiries, vendor coordination, and routine processes as needed
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; equivalent education and experience may be considered
Other Formal Training
CCP, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or related certification preferred
Experience
4–6 years of experience in compensation administration, compensation analysis, market pricing, HR analytics, total rewards, or HR operations
• Strong knowledge of compensation principles, salary structures, market benchmarking, internal equity, FLSA classification, and pay administration
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear, practical recommendations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and HRIS or payroll systems
• Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, communication, and partnership skills
• Experience with salary surveys, pay transparency, merit cycle administration, or benefits administration a plus
Benefits
*One of the best 401(k) programs in central Iowa, including employer match and profit sharing
*Employee incentives to share in the Clinic’s success
*Generous PTO accruals
and paid holidays
*Health, dental and vision insurance
*Quarterly volunteer opportunities through a variety of local nonprofits
*Opportunities to have fun with your colleagues, including TIC night at the Iowa Cubs, employee appreciation tailgate party, Adventureland day, State Fair tickets, annual holiday party, drive-in movie night… we could go on and on
*Employee rewards and recognition program
*Health and wellness program with up to $350/year in incentives
About the Company
The Iowa Clinic, P.C. was formed in 1994. Today we are the largest physician owned multi-specialty group in Central Iowa with more than 250 physicians and healthcare providers practicing in 40+ specialties and growing!
Travel Required
No
Resume Required
Yes
Contact Person
Lisa Mehle