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Director Compensation Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

WI · On-site

$140K - $191K/yr

... has a Director, Total Rewards opportunity. This role reports into our corporate headquarters ... You will also create and implement compensation, benefits, HR Information System (HRIS), and ...

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School Director

Menomonee Falls, WI · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Our School Directors are responsible for carrying out the daily tasks and duties of management ... Actual compensation will be based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. This role ...

WI · On-site

$142K - $183K/yr

Director of Procurement (42735) Our client is an organization in the Calumet County area that ... Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including, but not limited to skills ...

Description As our Marketing Director, you will be the architect of client experience and the ... Compensation: Compensation includes a base salary of $80,000 per year, plus a performance-based ...

Compensation: Compensation includes a base salary of $80,000 per year, plus a performance-based ... promotion, direct sales, and outline of marketing plans * Collaborate with sales managers and ...

Human Resources Director (42609) Our client is an organization in the Green Bay area looking for a ... The compensation philosophy reflects the Company's reasonable expectation at the time of posting.

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How much do director compensation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for director compensation in Wisconsin is $148,405.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $126,200.00 and $172,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director of compensation do?

A Director of Compensation is responsible for designing, overseeing, and managing an organization’s compensation programs, including salaries, bonuses, and benefits. They analyze market trends to ensure pay practices are competitive and compliant with laws and regulations. This role often involves collaborating with senior leadership to develop strategies that attract, motivate, and retain employees while ensuring internal equity. Additionally, Directors of Compensation may supervise a team and manage compensation-related projects or initiatives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of compensation?

To thrive as a Director of Compensation, you need expertise in compensation strategy, data analysis, and compliance, typically supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. Familiarity with HRIS systems, compensation survey tools, and relevant certifications like CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) is highly valuable. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for influencing decision-makers and managing cross-functional projects. These skills ensure competitive, equitable pay practices that support talent attraction, retention, and organizational goals.

How does a director of compensation typically collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment with organizational goals?

A Director of Compensation regularly partners with HR, finance, and executive leadership to design and implement pay structures that support the company’s strategic objectives. This role often involves analyzing market data, consulting with department heads about talent needs, and ensuring compensation programs are both competitive and equitable. Effective collaboration is key, as compensation strategies must align with budget constraints, regulatory requirements, and broader talent management initiatives. Regular cross-functional meetings and communication are essential to address evolving business priorities and maintain internal equity.

What is the difference between Director Compensation vs HR Manager Compensation?

AspectDirector CompensationHR Manager Compensation
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, extensive experience, possibly certifications like CCP or CECPBachelor's degree, HR certifications like SHRM-CP or PHR often preferred
Work EnvironmentStrategic, executive-level, often involved in high-level decision makingOperational, team-focused, involved in daily HR activities
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in large corporations, finance, and consulting firmsWidespread across industries, especially in mid-sized and large companies

While both roles involve compensation management, the Director Compensation role is more strategic and senior, focusing on designing and overseeing compensation programs at an executive level. HR Managers handle day-to-day HR functions, including employee relations and benefits administration. The two roles differ mainly in scope, responsibility, and required experience.

What are the most commonly searched types of Compensation jobs in Wisconsin?

The most popular types of Compensation jobs in Wisconsin are:

What cities in Wisconsin are hiring for Director Compensation jobs?

Cities in Wisconsin with the most Director Compensation job openings:

Infographic showing various Director Compensation job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $148,405 per year, or $71.3 per hour.

Claims Assistant - Workers' compensation

Tristar Insurance

Waukesha, WI • On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:  Under close supervision performs clerical and data entry tasks that assist in administration of workers’ compensation claims.  This position requires considerable interaction with claimants on the phone, and with management, other Claims Examiners, and other TRISTAR staff in the office; therefore, consistently being at work in their home office, in a timely manner, is inherently required of this position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Sets up new claims in system and paper files, ensuring all documentation is present and correct.
  • Prepares, schedules, and processes benefit and medical payments on claim files as directed by the Claims Examiner.
  • Documents all work product and claim activity in the electronic claim file.
  • Prepares and prints letters, benefit notices and labels.
  • Provides clerical support, including filing, faxing, sorting, photocopying, and alphabetizing.
  • Communicates pertinent claim information to the client, legal counsel, medical and rehab providers and internal claims staff.
  • Answers phone calls, take messages and responds appropriately.
  • Other duties as assigned.

*Essential job function.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED/USED: Computer, telephone, 10-key, fax machine, printers and other basic office equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED, and one (1) year experience in the workers’ compensation claims industry (preferred).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient keyboarding skills (type 45 wpm).

• Working knowledge of medical/legal terminology.

• Ability to alphabetize and collate.

• Proficient in Word.

• Ability to follow written and spoken instructions from several individuals.

• Ability to produce accurate and detailed work.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Courteous telephone skills.

• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects and due dates.

• Ability to work independently, as well as in cooperation with workgroup.

Mental and Physical Requirements: [see separate attachment for a copy of checklist of mental and physical requirements]

 
 
 
 

                              MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1.  MENTAL EFFORT

a.       Reasoning development:

           Follow one- or two-step instructions; routine, repetitive task.

         Carry out detail but uninvolved written or verbal instructions; deal with a few concrete                            variables.

         Follow written, verbal, or diagrammatic instructions; several concrete variables.

 X      Solve practical problems; variety of variables with limited standardization; interpret instructions.

         Logical or scientific thinking to solve problems; several abstract and concrete variables.

         Wide range of intellectual and practical problems; comprehend most obscure concepts.

b.       Mathematical development:

          Simple additional and subtraction; copying figures, counting, and recording.

          Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.

 X      Arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.

          Arithmetic, algebraic, and geometric calculations.

          Advanced mathematical and statistical techniques such as calculus, factor analysis, and probability determination.

          Highly complex mathematical and statistical techniques such as calculus, factor analysis, and probability determination; requires theoretical application.

c.       Language development:

          Ability to understand and follow verbal or demonstrated instructions; write identifying information; request supplies verbally or in writing.

          Ability to file, post, and mail materials; copy data from one record to another; interview to obtain basic information such as age, occupation, and number of children; guide people and provide basic direction.

          Ability to transcribe dictation; make appointments and process mail; write form letters or routine correspondence; interpret written work instructions; interview job applicants.

 X      Ability to compose original correspondence, follow technical manuals, and have increased contact with people.

          Ability to report, write, or edit articles for publication; prepare deeds, contracts or leases, prepare and deliver lectures; interview, counsel, or advise people; evaluate technical data.

2.  PHYSICAL EFFORT

a.       Physical activity required to perform the job:

          Sedentary work:  Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.  Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

 X      Light work:

a.    Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally

b.    Exerting up to 10 pounds frequently

c.    Exerting a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects

          (If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work).

          Medium work:

a.    Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally

b.    Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently

c.    Exerting up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

          Heavy work:

a.    Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally

b.    Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently

c.    Exerting up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

          Very heavy work:

a.    Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally

b.    Exerting in excess of 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects

c.    Exerting in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

  1. Visual requirements necessary to perform the job:

         Far vision:  clarity of vision at 20 feet or more

 X      Near vision:  clarity of vision at 20 inches or less

 X      Mid-range vision:  clarity of vision at distances of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet

         Depth perception:  the ability to judge distance and space relationships, so as to see objects where and as they actually are

         Color vision:  ability to identify and distinguish colors

         Field of vision:  ability to observe an area up or down or to the right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point

2.  PHYSICAL EFFORT (cont.)

    FREQUENCY

c.    Physical activity necessary to perform the job and frequency (e.g., continually, frequently, or occasionally):

        Climbing:      Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.  Body agility is  emphasized.  This factor is important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion.

        Balancing:     Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.  This factor is important if the amount and kind of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.

 X    Stooping:       Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.  This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.

 X    Kneeling:       Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.

 X    Crouching:    Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.

       Crawling:      Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.

 X    Reaching:      Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.

 X    Standing:       Particularly for sustained periods of time.

 X    Walking:       Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances.

 X    Pushing:        Using upper extremities top press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward, or outward.

 X    Pulling:         Using upper extremities to extent force in order to drag, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion.

        Foot

       Motion:          Using feet to push pedals.

 X    Lifting:          Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position.  This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.

 X    Fingering:     Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling.

 X    Grasping:      Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.

Occasionally

Occasionally

Occasionally

Occasionally

Occasionally

Occasionally

Occasionally

Occasionally

Frequently

Frequently

Occasionally

    

2.  PHYSICAL EFFORT (cont.)                  

      FREQUENCY

 X    Talking:         Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.  Those activities in which workers must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.

 X    Hearing:        Perceiving the nature of sounds with or without correction.  Ability to receive detailed information through verbal communication, and to make fine discriminations in sound, such as when making find adjustments on machined parts.

       Feeling:         Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.

 X    Repetitive      Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands,

       Motion:         and/or fingers.

Frequently

Frequently

Frequently

3.  WORKING CONDITIONS

Disagreeable job conditions to which the employee may be exposed and the frequency (e.g., continually, frequently, or occasionally) of this exposure. 

       WORKING CONDITION

           ENVIRONMENTAL

                     FACTOR

           NATURE/REASON

               OF EXPOSURE

                FREQUENCY

Dirt/Dust

Noise

Temperature extremes

Dampness

Vibrations

Equipment movement hazard

Chemicals/solvents

Electrical shock

Significant work pace/pressure

Odors/Fumes

Other (specify):