Senior Director, Total Rewards
About The Position
The Senior Director of Total Rewards leads Alterra Mountain Company’s Total Rewards function and serves as a subject matter expert and operational leader supporting the organization’s long-term growth and success. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, this role designs and executes compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs aligned with business objectives and a culture that values performance, care, and sustainability. The position oversees total rewards except executive compensation, which it supports, and partners with executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and cross-functional teams to ensure programs are competitive, compliant, financially responsible, and supportive of team members’ professional and personal wellbeing. The role oversees compensation structures and programs, benefits and retirement strategy, mental wellbeing resources, and communications and training about total rewards. It provides strategic counsel to senior leaders, leads the internal Total Rewards Committee, manages relationships with external partners, and represents the organization in industry settings. The position reports directly to the Chief People Officer.
Requirements
- 10 or more years of progressive experience in total rewards or related fields.
- Extensive experience with public company compensation and benefits practices, including equity plan administration and 401(k) management.
- Strong ability to influence, build relationships, and communicate across all levels of an organization.
- Mature, dependable, flexible, team-oriented approach and ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
- Four-year college degree or equivalent experience.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth, or matrixed environment.
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification.
- Master’s degree.
Responsibilities
- In partnership with the Chief People Officer, enhance and oversee the organization’s total rewards strategy, including compensation, benefits, retirement, mental wellbeing, and equity programs.
- Support executive compensation design and prepare materials for the Compensation Committee.
- Lead the strategy and execution of health, wellness, retirement, and absence-management benefit programs.
- Oversee the design, implementation, and administration of compensation structures and programs, including hourly wages, tipping programs, base salary, short-term incentives, and equity plans.
- Advise senior leaders on job evaluations, retention strategies, salary adjustments, and organizational design.
- Lead the internal Total Rewards Committee in reviewing and approving health, wellness, and retirement strategies as a fiduciary representative.
- Build and maintain relationships with external partners, vendors, and consultants to optimize benefits program delivery.
- Oversee benefit program audits, renewals, and open enrollment, including communication and execution.
- Guide the execution of the team’s mental health mission through accessible resources, ongoing education, and a culture of care and respect.
- Collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, and Operations on compensation, benefits, and retirement needs.
- Represent the organization at industry events and stay informed about emerging trends and best practices.
- Oversee communications and training that educate team members about compensation, equity, and benefits offerings.
- Partner with the leadership team to build awareness and understanding of total rewards initiatives across the organization.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free Ikon Pass for eligible employees and additional free skiing/riding privileges at Alterra Mountain Company resorts for eligible employees and dependents.
- Discounted skiing/riding for friends and family of eligible employees across Alterra Mountain Company resorts.
- Flexible Time Off (FTO) and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies for eligible employees.
- Discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, and other items.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance; EAP; HSAs; and FSAs.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Paid parental leave of up to six weeks for eligible employees.
- Commuter benefits for Denver employees.
- Hybrid workplace policy encouraging regular in-person collaboration for eligible employees.
- Short-term and long-term incentives may be included in the total compensation package.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
