Sr. Director, Compensation and Benefits

Road Scholar is the nonprofit world leader in educational travel for older adults. Our mission is to inspire adults to learn discover and travel. With thousands of programs across the globe - including in-person online and on the waterwe believe curiosity is the key to a well-lived life.

At Road Scholar we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity and belonging. We believe that by valuing a wide range of perspectives and experiences we create a stronger more innovative organization that reflects the communities we serve.

In addition we are dedicated to being an environmentally sustainable organization. From the way we design our programs to how we operate as a team we are striving to reduce our environmental impact and create a positive legacy for future generations.

About the role...

Under the direction of the VP Human Resources the Senior Director Compensation and Benefits provides leadership strategy and vision related to the design development and implementation of improvements to Road Scholars various compensation and benefits programs. Responsibilities include developing and implementing organizational human resources policies (ensuring compliance with various federal agency requirements) creating salary structures and/or wage schedules negotiating organization wide benefits packages. Act as executive sponsor for significant implementations including the HRIS and Payroll systems and are a trusted advisor to the senior management team including the CEO in developing human resource.

Road Scholar offers a remote work environment. The compensation range for this exempt level salaried position is $136000 - $180000 based on experience.

In this role you will...

Management:

• Lead manage and develop all staff involved with benefits and compensation including the HRIS system fostering a high-performing accountable and collaborative team culture.

Benefits Management:

• Continually evaluates the competitiveness and effectiveness of Road Scholars benefit programs practices and procedures including but not limited to health & welfare programs retirement plans time off programs and other perquisites in relation to Road Scholars strategic objectives; and in terms of perceived benefit to employees cost legislative requirements organizational culture and the retention and recruitment of talent.
• Responsible for delivering the highest quality of service to Road Scholar employees by providing responsive service escalated problem solving and ensuring follow-through on benefits issues.
• Executive sponsor for major initiatives related to benefits programs; develops proposes and implements new employee benefit programs to capitalize on competitive opportunities.
• Regularly assesses effectiveness and utilization of existing programs; makes recommendations and implements improvements as necessary.
• Develops annual benefits budget based on plan design changes and pricing/claims projections.
• Oversees and assesses services of benefits consultants brokers and other providers.
• Ensures benefit plan compliance with federal and state regulations and tax codes.
• Accountable for branding of Road Scholar benefits and communication program to employees.
• Manages all renewals and annual open enrollment.
• Conducts/Facilitates employee satisfaction surveys workshops and trainings.
• Works with Senior Leadership to ensure they understand the executive benefits programs are understood and utilized.

Compensation Management:

• Continually evaluate leads and directs the effectiveness of Road Scholars compensation programs.
• Develops proposes and implements variable pay programs designed to place greater emphasis on the link between performance and pay.
• Designs proposes and implements effective communication and education strategies for management and employees regarding total compensation and benefits.
• Conducts annual market pay analysis develops market ranges and present findings observations and conclusions to Senior management as required.
• Plans develops executes the administration of a wide variety of employee compensation programs including base pay merit incentive and equity in an assigned geography or functional unit.
• Participate in project assignments which may include analysis of competitive pay practices economic trends current market position cost impact analysis system enhancements.
• Ensure that Road Scholar maintains equity internally and is externally competitive with wages and salaries.
• Advises senior management regarding the development of compensation budgets strategic plans and annual merit matrices.
• Prepares Board Committee materials and participates in Board meetings in support of Executive compensation programs as required.
• Collaborates with the senior managers in stewarding the annual merit process in alignment with the annual performance management cycle.
• Ensures accurate current job descriptions exist to support the organizations compensation structure and talent acquisition activities while assessing the roles fit within the organizational structure.
• Develops and delivers employee communications and training related to compensation programs policies and processes.
• Ensures compliance with all governmental record-keeping and reporting requirements for compensation programs.
• Performs other related and unrelated responsibilities as needed to support the Human Resources function.

Were seeking...

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Finance Business or other related field required.
• 10 years Human Resources management experience specifically overseeing compensation and/or benefit plan design and administration. Experience leading both disciplines for multiple years required.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) strongly preferred. PHR/SPHR certification a plus.
• Proven knowledge and experience working with benefit programs brokers and vendors for health dental life and AD&D insurance 403(b) and COBRA is essential.
• Proven organizational interpersonal and project management skills necessary.
• Extensive experience managing a team of subordinate managers in the various disciplines in which responsible.
• Exceptional customer- service communication (writing editing verbal and presentation) skills necessary. Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization both verbally and in writing.
• Proven skill with Microsoft Office Excel and HRIS systems a must.
• Experience conducting new hire orientation preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills (collaboration advanced problem-solving orientation and decision making teamwork) with ability to maintain high level of professionalism and strict confidentiality.

For serious consideration please submit a cover letter along with your resume telling us why youre interested in the position.

Why join the Road Scholar Team...

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package!

• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance (with a substantial employee subsidy!)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a company match of 5% after 1 year of employment!
• Up to 20 days of PTO annually accrued every payroll cycle
• Enjoy a paid week off in addition to your PTO at the end of December to enjoy the holiday season!
• A generous employee discounts on our programs
• As a Road Scholar employee you can opt-in to receive an IATA membership
• We take professional development seriously which is why we provide LinkedIn Learning access to all employees amongst other professional development opportunities
• Thats right were fully remote!
• To learn moreabout our benefits offerings check us out at Opportunity Employer

  Road Scholar supports diversity in our staff participants and programs. An Equal Opportunity Employer Road Scholar values and supports individual differences and strives to create an environment that contributes to the success of both the individual and the organization. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we consider applicants for all positions without regard to race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation pregnancy illness marital or veteran status or disability or any other status protected by applicable law.

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