Rewards Manager, HR​/Recruitment

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The Manager of Total Rewards leads the design, administration, and continuous improvement of Northeast Arc's benefits, well-being, and leave programs. As the organization’s primary expert in health and welfare plans, retirement programs, and employee well-being initiatives, this role ensures our offerings remain accessible, competitive, and aligned with our commitment to supporting employees.

In addition to overseeing benefits, this role plays a pivotal part in shaping our compensation philosophy by developing pay structures and governance that promote consistency, equity, and transparency across the organization. The Manager of Total Rewards partners closely with leadership to ensure our total rewards programs enhance attraction, retention, and employee experience throughout the organization.

• Develop and maintain a cohesive total rewards framework that integrates benefits, well-being, recognition, and compensation
• Oversee the full suite of employee benefits, including health and welfare plans, retirement programs, leave administration, and voluntary offerings
• Develop communication strategies that help employees understand and maximize the value of their reward
• Partner with leaders to ensure total rewards programs reinforce equity, transparency, and a positive employee experience
• Evaluate plan performance, vendor service levels, and cost trends; recommend enhancements that support physical, emotional, financial, and career well-being
• Manage relationships with brokers, consultants, and technology partners
• Oversee and provide day to day guidance to the Leave and Benefits Coordinator
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required; HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, CCP) preferred
• Five or more years of progressive experience in benefits, compensation, or total rewards. Demonstrated experience designing and managing benefits programs, including health and welfare plans, retirement programs, and leave administration
• Experience developing compensation structures, job evaluation processes, or pay governance models.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations related to benefits, compensation and leave programs
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to translate data into insights and recommendations
  
  Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and credibly
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Experience in human services, healthcare, or other mission-driven environments preferred
• Experience with ICHRA plans preferred
• High integrity and commitment to equity, transparency, and employee well-being

The approximate pay range for this role $100,000 - $120,000 annually.

Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's experience, education, and internal equity.

The goal of the Northeast Arc is to ensure that children and adults with disabilities are able to live, work, engage in civic life and play in the community. Our 1,200 employees work toward that goal by offering a wide variety of programs including Autism Services, Day Habilitation, Deaf Services, Early Intervention, Employment Services, Family Support, Personal Care Assistance, Recreation, Residential and Transition Services.