Senior Total Rewards Specialist

The Boldt Company • Appleton, WI

57d • $90,209 - $118,110 • Hybrid

About The Position

What you get to do (Essential Functions):

Lead and execute the annual benefit renewal and open enrollment process, including analysis of benefit programs, employee communications, system updates and coordination with vendors.
Lead, coordinate and execute the annual merit and incentive planning process.
Complete market analysis and recommend salary structure slotting in alignment with the organization's compensation philosophy.
Plan for, coordinate, and execute the annual salary structure update process, including participation in compensation surveys, assessing geographical differentials and updating the structure within applicable systems.
Create and execute strategy for meaningful total rewards communications for candidates and employees.
Provide coaching, guidance and training for managers and employees regarding compensation, benefits and leaves, ensuring a high-level of customer service.
Coordinate employee leave requests, including the determination of employee eligibility, analysis of returned paperwork, pay processing and the management of employee return to service or separation process.
Manage and optimize the configuration of total rewards in the HR System, ensuring data integrity and leverage of system capabilities to streamline total rewards administration.
Analyze, identify, recommend and implement improvements to total rewards program offerings, driving employee satisfaction and cost efficiency.
Build and implement compensation, benefits and leave processes and procedures to ensure standardization, gained efficiencies and adherence with local, state and federal regulations.
Assist in assessing laws regarding compensation, benefits and leaves to evaluate current policies and procedures and propose and implement changes to guarantee adherence.
Understand, interpret and advise on benefit program information ensuring compliance with plan documents and regulations.
Interface with plan administrators, legal counsel, vendors, and specialists to resolve benefit issues.
Conduct benefit meetings with employees to ensure an understanding of the benefits offered and how to effectively navigate available benefits.
Serve as back-up for various total rewards administration activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, a focus in Business Administration - Human Resources preferred.
• At least five years of compensation and/or benefits experience required.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• A valid driver's license may be required. Individuals in this role may be subject to an annual Motor Vehicle Records check. The outcome of any MVR checks conducted may negatively impact the persons' ability to participate in any vehicle program provided by the company, including but not limited to the ability to drive a personal vehicle on behalf of The Boldt Company or rent a vehicle through for business travel purposes.

Nice To Haves

• HR-specific certification, such as a SHRM-CP or PHR, highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the annual benefit renewal and open enrollment process, including analysis of benefit programs, employee communications, system updates and coordination with vendors.
• Lead, coordinate and execute the annual merit and incentive planning process.
• Complete market analysis and recommend salary structure slotting in alignment with the organization's compensation philosophy.
• Plan for, coordinate, and execute the annual salary structure update process, including participation in compensation surveys, assessing geographical differentials and updating the structure within applicable systems.
• Create and execute strategy for meaningful total rewards communications for candidates and employees.
• Provide coaching, guidance and training for managers and employees regarding compensation, benefits and leaves, ensuring a high-level of customer service.
• Coordinate employee leave requests, including the determination of employee eligibility, analysis of returned paperwork, pay processing and the management of employee return to service or separation process.
• Manage and optimize the configuration of total rewards in the HR System, ensuring data integrity and leverage of system capabilities to streamline total rewards administration.
• Analyze, identify, recommend and implement improvements to total rewards program offerings, driving employee satisfaction and cost efficiency.
• Build and implement compensation, benefits and leave processes and procedures to ensure standardization, gained efficiencies and adherence with local, state and federal regulations.
• Assist in assessing laws regarding compensation, benefits and leaves to evaluate current policies and procedures and propose and implement changes to guarantee adherence.
• Understand, interpret and advise on benefit program information ensuring compliance with plan documents and regulations.
• Interface with plan administrators, legal counsel, vendors, and specialists to resolve benefit issues.
• Conduct benefit meetings with employees to ensure an understanding of the benefits offered and how to effectively navigate available benefits.
• Serve as back-up for various total rewards administration activities.

Benefits

• An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) to share in the company's success along with an annual bonus based on overall company performance
• Wellness resources, including a health mentor, health assessments, maternity management, wellness challenges and life care
• Have equal access to opportunities and resources at all levels of the company
• Opportunity to grow and persevere including educational reimbursement
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion training programs
• Mentorship program
• Community engagement opportunities and Paid Volunteer time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees