JK Executive Strategies is proud to partner with a large nonprofit in search of a Director of Total Rewards to join its team! In this newly created role, the Director of Total Rewards will beresponsible for leading and managing a strategic and tactical array of people-focused programs and services. The Director will build and support an HR team that facilitates the development of a culture of excellence. HRIS, benefits and compensation will be critical focus areas for this position.
The Director will remain well-informed on industry trends, will be active within the professional HR community where possible, and will challenge the organization to continually develop best practices within HR and business operations. This individual will join the team in enhancing employee experiences through innovative and competitive HR strategies that prioritize equity, inclusion and belonging.
Are you a strategic HR leader with a passion for enhancing employee experiences through innovative compensation and benefits programs? If so, then this is the opportunity for you!
Responsibilities
Oversee functional elements of HR, to include compensation, benefits, and workforce analytics ensuring that the agency meets its regulatory requirements and also prioritizes an excellent employee experience.
Manage the design, administration and ongoing evaluation of all compensation and benefits programs to create a compelling employee proposition that attracts highly capable, mission and culture aligned top talent.
Review audits and approve salary transactions according to applicable procedures. Counsel and advise management regarding salary planning/compensation and regards to internal equity, promotions, interim assignments, reclassifications, transfers, and compliance with any related obligations under the current labor agreement.
Ensure that HR processes are developed and performed in compliance with all legal and organizational requirements, standards, and procedures.
Develop metrics related to employee analytics to drive programs and priorities.
Ensure that compensation and other total rewards initiatives are in alignment with the agency's mission, vision and values and in stewardship of the agency's resources.
Design bonus strategies for dynamic populations, which incent high performance and reward desired behaviors, for each specific areas of the agency.
In close collaboration with leadership, ensure compensation and benefits strategies are competitive and align with the total rewards philosophy.
Create and maintain employee data reports, including compensation reports and overlapping demographic information.
Design, manage, and administer the retirement, benefits, compensation, and rewards strategy; oversee related employee communications with support from the marketing and communications team.
Manage relationships and communications with total rewards vendors.
Research and recommend enhancements and changes to total reward offerings.
Optimize HRIS to meet workforce and compliance requirements and create opportunities for automation, reporting, and reduction of manual processes.
Research and recommend advancements in HR technology, in partnership with IT and organizational strategy and practices.
Oversee and manage HR compliance function including leading HR audits, documentation, and testing of key controls, and ensuring internal policies and processes support compliance requirements.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or similar field required.
5+ years HR related experience in benefits and/or compensation, with 3+ years of management experience required.
HR certification preferred.
Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Word and Excel, and experience using HR databases, preferably iCIMS and ADP.
Broad knowledge of federal, state and local labor laws, practices and procedures, and current best practices pertaining to total rewards administration and development.
Knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding access, equity, diversity, inclusion, implicit bias, and institutional racism.
Must demonstrate excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving and organizational skills. Strong attention to detail and follow-through required. Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and build effective working relationships with colleagues and staff. Willingness to accept a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, and cultural, and spiritual practices.
Experience analyzing, creating, and evaluating policies and procedures and formulating recommendations.
Demonstrate leadership abilities and have previous experience working independently and managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
A valid NYS driver's license that complies with agency standards.
Salary Range
$90-110k
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