Job Location: Fort Worth
Other Potential Locations: Fort Worth, TX
Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2026
Number of Positions: 1
Salary Range: $81,500 - $122,500
These ranges reflect what BNSF Railway reasonably expects to pay for this position, based on the role's level, scope, and responsibilities. Final compensation and position level will be determined by factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay and bonus eligibility, BNSF offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Communication with applicants may be done via email. Please check your email daily. Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.
3+ years of experience: $81,500 - $108,000
5+ years of experience: $92,000 - $122,500
These ranges reflect what BNSF Railway reasonably expects to pay for this position, based on the role's level, scope, and responsibilities. Final compensation and position level will be determined by factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay and bonus eligibility, BNSF offers a comprehensive benefits package.
This is a full-time position located in Fort Worth, TX. For certain positions, including this one, employees can work one day per week remotely. Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs.
Travel is minimal, based on business needs.
The Manager Compensation and HRIS (individual contributor) role offers a unique opportunity to lead both compensation strategy and HR technology innovation at BNSF. This position analyzes market trends, guides pay decisions, and manages key compensation programs while also collaborating across HR, IT, and business teams to deliver and maintain technology solutions that strengthen our employee experience and operational excellence.
Key responsibilities may include:
Compensation Strategy & AdministrationInitiate projects that support BNSF's ability to attract and retain talent through competitive compensation programs
Assess compliance, risk and cost of various compensation programs and decisions
Analyze market data, review job documentation, and make compensation recommendations to maintain internal and external equity across all aspects of compensation
Serve as subject matter expert to stakeholders across BNSF
Analyze complex data to understand industry/market trends and the corresponding financial impact and make appropriate recommendations to team leaders and business partners
Manage annual compensation initiatives such as the merit increase process, incentive programs, salary survey submissions, and internal audits
Regularly partner with IT to implement or enhance compensation-related technology platforms
Analyze and prepare reports for internal stakeholders as needed
Provide day-to-day compensation support
HR Technology & Systems (SuccessFactors)Manage and optimize HR technology solutions
Partner across HR, IT, and vendors to enhance functionality, automation, and overall system value.
Troubleshoot and resolve system issues by analyzing root cause and partnering with end users and technical teams
Ensure data accuracy and governance through routine audits, validation processes, data corrections, and adherence to compliance standards.
Lead and participate in testing for releases, enhancements, and integrations.
Maintain clear, sustainable documentation for configurations and processes.
Support system security and risk management through adherence to strong access and audit controls.
Provide expert support and training to drive adoption and effective system use.
The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position's duties.
Basic Qualifications:- Able to work in the US without company sponsorship now AND in the future.
- Minimum of three years' experience in HR technology, HR, compensation, or related fields.
- Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel features like pivot tables, lookups, and sophisticated formulas.
- Experience analyzing data, generating insights, and making recommendations.
- Ability to coordinate tasks and make decisions independently
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities in a changing business environment.
Preferred Qualifications:- Demonstrated experience working with Success Factors, preferably Employee Central and/or Compensation module
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Information Systems, Technology, or related field.
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or other compensation-related certification
- Strong knowledge of compensation practices and programs including job analysis, job evaluation, and salary structuring
- Demonstrated experience configuring, implementing, or supporting HR technology
At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including: - An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
- A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
- Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
- Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
- Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
- Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
- Generous leave / time off policies.
- For more information, visit Benefits.
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