Compensation Coordinator Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Merrick is seeking a Compensation Analyst to support compensation analysis and administration. This role is responsible for market pricing, salary structure management, job evaluations, annual compensation planning, reporting, and internal equity analysis. The Compensation Analyst will partner closely with Total Rewards, HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Payroll, and business leaders to help drive consistent, data-informed compensation decisions.

In addition, this position supports benefits and retirement administration, including billing and reconciliation, 401(k), and Merrick’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and foundational compensation or HR experience who is eager to expand their expertise across the broader Total Rewards function.

Compensation – approximately 75%

• Conduct market pricing, benchmark jobs, participate in compensation surveys, and maintain accurate job-matching and market-pricing data.
• Support salary structures, job classifications, job descriptions, job evaluations, FLSA classifications, and salary range recommendations.
• Analyze compensation data to assess market position, internal pay equity, compensation trends, and areas requiring attention or action.
• Support annual merit, promotion, market adjustment, and incentive compensation processes.
• Prepare compensation reports and analysis for Total Rewards, HR, and business leaders.
• Partner with HR Business Partners and Talent Acquisition on new positions, promotions, hiring decisions, and compensation questions.
• Support compensation policies, documentation, pay transparency requirements, compliance activities, and process improvements.

Benefits & Retirement – approximately 25%

• Act as backup support to administration of employee benefit and retirement programs, including eligibility, employee questions, reporting, audits, vendor coordination, and data accuracy.
• Review and reconcile benefit vendor invoices, eligibility information, and payroll deductions; partner with our Benefits Partner to research and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with annual benefit enrollment, vendor implementations, testing, data reconciliation, and other Total Rewards projects as needed.
• Partner with Payroll, HRIS, Finance, and vendors to maintain accurate employee and program data.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, finance, accounting, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• One to three years of experience in compensation, finance, HR analytics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, Excel, data accuracy, organization, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with HR, Payroll, Finance, leaders, and external vendors.
• Knowledge of compensation-related regulations, including FLSA and pay transparency requirements.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship (now or at anytime in the future).

• Experience with compensation analysis, market pricing, salary surveys, compensation administration, HRIS, or market-pricing tools.
• Local Candidates strongly preferred.

• Employee Ownership – All eligible U.S. employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), sharing in the company’s success.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits – Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, and paid time off (PTO).
• Robust Referral Program – Earn incentives for referring top talent to join our team.
• Performance Reviews – Annual reviews to recognize contributions and support career growth.
• Professional Development – Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to build your skills and advance your career.
• Employee Recognition – Formal programs to celebrate achievements and outstanding performance.
• Peer Mentor Program – Get support and guidance through structured mentorship opportunities.
• And More – Additional programs and benefits designed to support your success and well-being.

• Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
• At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters—never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
• Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.
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• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, finance, accounting, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• One to three years of experience in compensation, finance, HR analytics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, Excel, data accuracy, organization, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with HR, Payroll, Finance, leaders, and external vendors.
• Knowledge of compensation-related regulations, including FLSA and pay transparency requirements.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship (now or at anytime in the future).