About the role
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (On-Site and Remote mix)
Requisition Number: 267931
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location:
Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: HEALTH SYSTEM
Date: Aug 29, 2026
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.
Position OverviewThe Performance Management and Total Rewards Specialist is responsible for developing, leading, and supporting key compensation and performance initiatives across the organization. This role ensures the effective execution of pay-for-performance programs, oversees leadership compensation administration, and maintains special pay policies. The specialist collaborates with cross-functional teams and provides technical guidance, ensuring compliance and alignment with organizational objectives.
Key ResponsibilitiesPerformance Management: 60%
Leadership Compensation Administration: 15%
Total Rewards: 15%
Special Pay Policies (DUHS): 10%
Work requires skills that are generally acquired through the completion of a Bachelor's degree in Human Resource, Business Administration, or related field.
ExperienceWork requires the ability to plan and administer programs and direct program activities within a specific functional area, generally acquired through four years of related experience. 5 years of experience (preferred) in Human Resources with significant experience with Compensation and Performance Management administration or a combination of education and experience sufficient to meet to the relevant experience and competencies provided below. Experience working in an academic medical center or health system is strongly preferred.
The specialist will work collaboratively across departments, including HR, Rewards & Recognition, Payroll, Talent Care Center, Talent Acquisition, and many Executive and Operational leaders. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to meet program deadlines or support board activities.
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions:
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Nearest Major Market: Durham Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
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