Director, Compensation

Overview

Lead Care With Light® at Acadia Healthcare 

 

This position can either be hybrid-remote at our headquaters in Franklin, TN, or remote in the United States.

 

At Acadia, our purpose is simple yet powerful: to lead care with light.  As the largest pure-play provider of behavioral health services across the country, we bring hope, healing and innovation to those we serve. We are committed to setting the standard for care and succeeding as one team.  If you’re a strategic, data-driven leader passionate about creating equitable and competitive compensation programs, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact. 

 

Why Join Acadia? 

 

• Purpose-Driven Work: Every decision you make supports our mission to improve lives. 

• Culture of Care: Integrity, inclusion, and innovation guide everything we do. 

• Competitive Rewards: Comprehensive benefits, performance incentives, and growth opportunities. 

• Impact at Scale: Influence compensation strategy for a nationwide leader in behavioral healthcare. 

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do 

 

• Shape Strategy: Design and lead Acadia’s compensation philosophy, salary structures, and incentive programs. 

• Drive Insights: Use market data and analytics to ensure fairness and competitiveness. 

• Ensure Compliance: Oversee governance and regulatory adherence for all compensation programs. 

• Collaborate & Influence: Partner with HR, Finance, and senior leadership to align pay practices with business goals. 
• Lead & Inspire: Develop and mentor a high-performing compensation team. 

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For 

 

• Bachelor’s degree required; CCP preferred. 

• 10+ years in HR/Total Rewards leadership, including 5+ years managing teams. 

• Expertise in executive compensation, incentive design, and compliance. 

• Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in HRIS and data tools (Excel, UKG, HR Soft, Compensation platforms). 

 

We are committed to providing equal  employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

 

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