Total Rewards Specialist

The Seed Company • Arlington, TX

4d • $60,000 - $67,000

About The Position

The Total Rewards Specialist is an operational partner in Seed Company’s People group, administering payroll, benefits, leave, HRIS, and total rewards processes with accuracy, care, confidentiality, and a focus on staff experience. Working within established procedures and under the direction of the Director, Total Rewards, the Specialist coordinates bi-weekly payroll, maintains benefits and employee data, supports annual rewards cycles and open enrollment, responds to staff questions, and escalates exceptions or compliance questions as appropriate. The role helps ensure staff are paid accurately and on time and can understand and access their total rewards across domestic, international, and supported or seconded staff populations, as applicable.

The position supports payroll operations in partnership with ADP and internal stakeholders; administers employee benefits and leave programs; processes and reviews employee changes in HRIS and related systems; prepares routine reports and supports audits; and provides first-line assistance to staff and HRBPs. It also supports annual compensation activities, agreement renewals, travel rewards programs, rewards and recognition, wellness initiatives, and improvements to total rewards processes and communications.

The role has no supervisory responsibilities. It operates in a professional office environment using standard office equipment, with prolonged periods of desk and computer work. Domestic travel for conferences and meetings is required.

Requirements

• Strong faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and a God-honoring lifestyle.
• Passion for the Word of God and providing the Word for every people group.
• Champion Seed Company’s vision, mission, and values.
• One to three years of Human Resources or related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with judgment, professionalism, and care.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities accurately and follow through.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills for handling sensitive and confidential situations.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with multiple departments.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now, SharePoint, and benefits administration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate bi-weekly payroll processing with ADP and internal partners, ensuring inputs, validations, approvals, and follow-up activities are accurate and timely.
• Research and resolve routine payroll discrepancies and employee questions, escalating non-routine, legal, tax, or policy matters.
• Research payroll liability by state and help maintain state compliance records with the Director, Total Rewards.
• Maintain payroll calendars, procedures, controls, and documentation; assist with reconciliations and audit requests.
• Administer benefit enrollments, changes, terminations, qualifying life events, beneficiary updates, billing coordination, and employee support.
• Advise HRBPs and staff on benefit options, enrollment processes, and program changes.
• Support open enrollment by preparing communications and materials, coordinating deadlines, testing system changes, tracking completion, and reconciling results.
• Maintain benefits guides, required notices, and staff-facing reference materials.
• Coordinate routine administration of leave and benefit programs, including retirement, HRA, PTO, FMLA, workers’ compensation, education assistance, and ancillary benefits, as applicable.
• Process and review employee changes in HRIS and related systems, including hires, transitions, terminations, and status changes.
• Correct routine data discrepancies and maintain accurate payroll, benefits, and workforce records.
• Prepare routine reports and documentation and support audits, data reviews, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Provide responsive first-line support to staff and HRBPs on established payroll, benefits, leave, HRIS, and total rewards processes.
• Improve staff understanding of and access to total rewards by anticipating questions, simplifying processes, and identifying opportunities to improve the employee experience.
• Maintain HR Support ticket routing and follow-up, ensuring requests reach the appropriate owner and are tracked to resolution.
• Handle confidential information discreetly and escalate complex or sensitive matters appropriately.
• Support annual compensation activities, including materials for merit increases, salary structure changes, and annual total rewards statements.
• Support timely renewal of MOUs, seconding agreements, and independent contractor agreements with the Director, Total Rewards.
• Manage corporate airline and hotel travel rewards programs to maximize available benefits.
• Contribute to rewards and recognition programs, wellness initiatives, and other total rewards programs as assigned.
• Improve staff-facing total rewards communications and resources.
• Monitor total rewards processes and recommend practical improvements to strengthen compliance and operational efficiency.
• Maintain professional and technical HR knowledge through workshops, conferences, or webinars.
• Attend meetings and task force groups, maintain knowledge of operating procedures and policies, and lead or participate in organization-wide projects as directed.
• Perform or assist with other assignments as required or directed.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account for medical and dependent care.
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement for medical, dental, and vision.
• 403(b) plan participation with a 6% company match.
• 160 hours of accrued vacation and 80 hours of sick time per year.
• Education assistance after one year of service.
• Parental leave after one year of service.
• Voluntary dental and vision insurance.
• Employer-sponsored term life, short-term disability, long-term disability, and AD&D coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed