"We have always known that our success comes from our people, but to put it through this lens, we want all our associates to look left and right and see themselves, knowing that Guitar Center is a place where hard work, good ideas, and culture thrive. What they hear from leadership needs to reflect this vision. That means a diverse collection of men, women of all backgrounds and experiences at all levels of our organization. As candidates consider Guitar Center, we want them to know this is who we are and they will feel welcomed here. That’s how we will continue to stick around for another 40, 50, 60 years."? - Ron Japinga, CEO, Guitar Center read more

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Guitar Center Director of HR Salary

The average Guitar Center Director of HR earns an estimated $157,502 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $137,102 with a $20,400 bonus. Guitar Center's Director of HR compensation is $7,405 less than the US average for a Director of HR. Director of HR salaries at Guitar Center can range from $117,000 - $225,000.

The HR Department at Guitar Center earns $2,031 more on average than the IT Department.

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$157,502

Average Compensation

$137,102: avg. base

$20,400: avg. bonus

Director of HR Salaries at Guitar Center

Directors of HR earn $502 more than Directors of HR.

Director of HR

$157k*

Recruiter

$111k*

HR Manager

$104k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Guitar Center by Department

The HR Department averages $2,031 more than the IT Department, and $2,195 less than the Business Development Department

Business Development

$111,052 Avg. total comp.

+$2k

$108,857 Avg. total comp.

$106,826 Avg. total comp.

-$2k

Director of HR Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female Director of HR at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $181,208, while the average male Director of HR at similar sized companies reported making $186,115.

Director of HR Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average African American/Black Director of HR at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $201,250, while the average Hispanic or Latino Director of HR at similar sized companies reported making $143,063.

How Directors of HR at Guitar Center Rate Their Compensation

The majority of Directors of HR at Guitar Center believe they're not compensated fairly. 56% of Directors of HR at Guitar Center say they receive annual bonuses, and the majority (44%) are not satisfied with their benefits. See more compensation ratings at Guitar Center

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

26% Yes

Does your company give annual bonuses?

56% Yes

Are you satisfied with your Benefits?

44% Yes

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