Sys Director Total Rewards Strategy-Operations
About The Position
The Director of Total Rewards Strategy and Operations serves as the strategic Operational Chief of Staff to the System SVP of Total Rewards, connecting executive vision with enterprise-wide execution. The role architects and aligns organizational initiatives with long-term business goals, translating strategies into scalable roadmaps that support operational excellence and sustainable growth. The position manages strategic projects, streamlines HR processes, improves vendor integrations, facilitates executive meetings, provides data-driven leadership insights, and oversees financial planning and budgeting. It drives cross-functional alignment, develops the HR team, and helps ensure the total rewards framework remains agile, compliant, and responsive to workforce needs. The director also supports Board-level governance and Compensation Committee requirements through data preparation and reporting.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field, or 10 years of job- or industry-related experience in lieu of the degree.
- At least seven years of hands-on experience in HR Operations, HR Administration, HR Program/Implementation Management, HR Business Partnership, or Total Rewards.
- Proven track record in operational execution, process optimization, and cross-functional HR project management.
- Strong relationship-building skills and ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Hands-on experience in HR administration and a sharp analytical mindset.
- Attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Project Management Professional.
- At least seven years of experience in benefits, compensation, employee relations, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Lead enterprise-wide Total Rewards strategic planning and operational roadmap development.
- Serve as Operational Chief of Staff to the System SVP, managing executive briefings and cross-functional project portfolios.
- Identify and optimize HR administrative processes and system enhancements to champion continuous improvement.
- Oversee departmental budget management, financial forecasting, and complex reporting analytics to demonstrate program ROI.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and career development to a high-performing HR team.
- Support Board-level governance and Compensation Committee requirements through data preparation and reporting.
- Improve vendor integrations and facilitate high-level executive meetings.
- Use human capital metrics and reporting to develop actionable strategies influencing employee retention and organizational success.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
