Director of Compensation & Benefits

Western New England University

Job Location:

Springfield, VT - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 98000 - 104000

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION:

Reporting directly to the Associate Vice President of Human Resources this position is responsible for the overall leadership and daily administration of the Universitys Total Rewards program with a primary focus on total compensation and benefits. The Director oversees salary structures job evaluations and market studies and provides direct supervision for the Benefits Specialist. The role ensures that all compensation and benefit practices are managed accurately fairly and in support of the Universitys goals.

Essential Job Functions

Compensation

Oversees the design maintenance and administration of the Universitys compensation programs including salary structures job classifications and pay practices.
Conducts job evaluations and internal equity reviews and provides recommendations based on market data and institutional strategic goals and needs.
Coordinates compensation surveys and submissions (CUPA IPEDS Employers Association) and reviews results to inform decision-making.
Advises managers supervisors and senior leaders on compensation issues ensuring consistency and compliance.
Ensures all compensation actions are processed accurately through the HRIS system.
Leads compensation-related projects such as salary structure updates market and internal equity studies and other initiatives.

Benefits

Provides oversight for the administration of all University benefit programs including health dental life state disability and leave tuition programs and retirement plans.
Serves as the primary contact for all benefit vendors including the Universitys benefits broker retirement plan advisors and third-party administrators.
Oversee the implementation of open enrollment benefit information sessions wellness efforts and retirement education programs for employees.
Reviews and prepares annual Summary Annual Reports (SAR) Form 5500 filings and all other required reporting for University benefit plans.
Ensures timely and accurate submission of census files eligibility reports and other required data to benefit vendors.
Participates as a member of the 403(b) Investment Committee Benefits and Wellness Committee and other ad hoc committees.

Leadership and Compliance

Provides strategic leadership and oversight of the Universitys Total Rewards functions focusing on compensation and benefits.
Ensures all compensation and benefits programs comply with federal and state laws.
Reviews and recommends updates to HR policy library related to compensation PTO and benefits.
Advises managers and employees on questions related to compensation and benefits.
Handles matters that require sound judgment and timely problem-solving including sensitive or urgent issues.
Supports investigations related to compensation or benefits concerns as assigned by the Associate Vice President.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Operations or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
Five to seven years of experience in Compensation and Benefits preferably in higher education and/or in an organization with 500 or more benefit-eligible employees.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge of compensation practices job evaluation methods and market analysis.
Experience with benefits administration and understanding of laws such as ERISA COBRA FLSA STD/LTD ADA Workers Comp Unemployment ACA and FMLA.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
High level of proficiency working with HRIS systems and strong technology skills required. Paycom experience a plus.
Ability to work effectively with employees supervisors and outside vendors.
Ability to interpret policies laws and regulations and apply them in daily practice.
Strong Negotiation Skills

ERGONOMIC REQUIREMENTS:

Sitting standing in an office environment.

Western New England University is committed to enhancing diversity equity inclusion and belonging by acknowledging and embracing diversity of thought opinion and approach with colleagues regardless of background culture and organizational level. WNE encourages diversity in our job applicants to ensure the best culture and work outcomes.

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DescriptionPURPOSE OF THIS POSITION:Reporting directly to the Associate Vice President of Human Resources this position is responsible for the overall leadership and daily administration of the Universitys Total Rewards program with a primary focus on total compensation and benefits. The Director ov...