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Vice President, Compensation

Sutter Health

Sacramento, CA

$297K - $402K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Sutter Health rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 330 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

41st of 896 rated healthcare providers

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SHSO-Administrative Payroll

Position Overview:

Sutter Health is one of California's most comprehensive healthcare systems and one of the nation's largest, generating $18+ billion in revenues. Headquartered in Sacramento, Sutter Health is a not-for-profit, integrated healthcare system committed to health equity, community partnerships and innovative, high-quality patient care. Sutter's 60,500+ employees, 14,000+ physicians and advanced practice clinicians, serve more than 3.5 million patients through its network of hospitals, medical foundations, ambulatory surgery centers, urgent and walk-in care centers, telehealth, home health and hospice services.
The Vice President of Compensation is a strategic leader responsible for the design, development, compliance, effectiveness, and execution of comprehensive compensation programs that support organizational goals and reinforce a high-performance culture. Reporting to the Head of Total Rewards, this role oversees all aspects of compensation, including base pay, incentive plans, and executive compensation for Sutter Health that is a national employer. across the organization.
This leader partners closely with senior leaders, HR business leaders, and key stakeholders to ensure compensation strategies are competitive, equitable, and aligned with market practices, regulatory requirements, and the organization's mission and values. The Vice President of Compensation plays a critical role in shaping reward philosophies, driving innovation in pay programs, and ensuring effective governance and administration of compensation practices.
Equally important, this role serves as a highly visible and impactful people-leader for a team of approximately 22 compensation professionals. The Vice President fosters a culture grounded in Excellence, Curiosity, Compassion, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Integrity, leading through example and empowering the team to deliver their best work. This includes coaching and mentoring team members to continuously grow and innovate, encouraging curiosity in problem-solving and program design, and promoting an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued. Through a strong emphasis on collaboration and shared accountability, the Vice President ensures the team operates with integrity, supports one another, and consistently delivers high-quality, equitable compensation solutions that serve the organization and its people.
The role requires a balance of strategic vision and operational excellence, with accountability for advancing compensation frameworks that attract, retain, and engage top talent while supporting financial sustainability and organizational performance.

Job Description:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree: Human Resources, Business Administration or related field or equivalent education/experience

Experience:

  • 15+ years of total experience in Compensation and/or Total Rewards roles.
  • 10+ years in leadership roles with qat least Director-level experience leading sizable internal teams as well as leading and designing organization-wide programs in large-scale healthcare or similarly regulated environments that have multi-state complexities
  • Experience advising senior executives including partnering with Compensation Committees of the Board of Directors.
  • Experience establishing and executing a comprehensive compensation strategy including base pay, incentive programs, and executive compensation that aligns with organizational goals.
  • Experience serving as a trusted advisor to senior executives, HR, Finance, and business leaders, providing strategic counsel on compensation matters, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness.
  • Experience building and sustaining a high-performing team of compensation professionals through strong leadership, coaching, and mentorship.

Knowledge:

  • The ability to establish strong governance, policies, and processes to ensure consistent, compliant, and efficient administration of compensation programs across the enterprise.
  • The ability to leverage analytics and insights to inform compensation strategies and evaluate program effectiveness.
  • Knowledge of and ensuring compliance with all applicable compensation laws and regulations, including healthcare-specific requirements, while proactively managing risk and adapting to a dynamic regulatory environment.

Additional information: The primary office location for this position is Emeryville or Sacramento, CA. This role requires residence within the Sutter Health footprint and the ability to travel throughout.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $297,500.00 to $402,500.00 / annual salary

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

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