Rewards Program Manager

Rewards Program Manager

As a Rewards Program Manager at APS, you’ll shape the health and benefits programs that support the well‑being of our employees and their families. Your work ensures that our offerings align with corporate strategy, remain competitive, and provide real value to the people who help power Arizona. This role plays an essential part in our commitment to doing what is right for our employees and our state by designing sustainable, thoughtful programs that prioritize care, equity, and long‑term health.

Through collaboration, innovation, and a deep understanding of employee needs, you will help advance APS’s vision of a sustainable energy future supported by a healthy and engaged workforce.

• Develop, recommend, and administer health, welfare, and wellness programs that support employee well‑being and company goals.
• Assess program performance and identify opportunities to improve value, cost effectiveness, and accessibility.
• Partner with leaders, vendors, and HR teams to implement benefit plan updates and ensure a smooth employee experience.
• Support long‑term planning by helping define the strategic direction of health programs.
• Monitor trends, employee needs, and market best practices to keep APS’s offerings competitive and forward‑thinking.

• Experienced benefits professional with a strong understanding of health and welfare programs.
• Analytical thinker who can evaluate program performance and recommend improvements.
• Strong communicator who collaborates well across teams and builds trust with internal and external partners.
• Someone who embodies the APS Promise—innovative, inclusive, accountable and committed to helping employees thrive.
• A relationship‑builder with a continuous improvement mindset and a passion for employee well‑being.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance or other job‑related field from an accredited college or university
• PLUS eight (8) years of professional level experience in benefits plan design, administration and negotiation.
• In lieu of bachelor's degree, a combination of college coursework and/or experience in benefits plan design, administration and negotiation equal to 12 years required.
• Ability to effectively consult and negotiate with all levels of management for solutions to complex problems.
• Demonstrated strong analytical skills with the ability to perform independent in‑depth analysis and research.
• Good project management skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of federal and state employee benefit laws required.
• Oracle experience preferred.
• CEBS or CBP certification preferred.