Director of Compensation & Benefits

About the role

As the Director of Compensation & Benefits, you will be responsible for the overall design, planning, implementation, communication, and administration of the Company's compensation and benefits programs. You will ensure these programs support the organization's strategic objectives, meet associates’ needs, comply with applicable laws and regulations, and are cost-effective. Benefit programs include comprehensive health and welfare plans, voluntary plans, and retirement program(s). You will also serve on the Administrative Steering Committee (ASC) that oversees the Company’s benefits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Compensation and Benefits Department.
• Direct the Compensation function, including the development and maintenance of job descriptions, performance of job evaluations, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) compliance, recommendations for and support of compensation programs, and completion of compensation surveys and analysis.
• Direct the Benefits function, including the development, maintenance, and administration of all health and welfare plans, retirement programs, leave pay, and other benefits.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations such as COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, Non Qualified Medical Child Support (NQMCS) Orders, Affordable Care Act (ACA), etc.
• Evaluate compensation and benefits programs periodically to ensure they meet Company and associate needs; develop and implement new programs as required.
• Serve as a Committee Member and Secretary for the Administrative Steering Committee (ASC).
• Oversee portions of the Company’s Human Capital Management System, including the benefits, compensation, and leave modules.
• Guide the selection process for consultants, insurance carriers, and other benefits and compensation program vendors.
• Provide data and guidance to Finance on the overall corporate benefits budget and prepare the budget for the Compensation and Benefits Department.
• Approve invoices for payment in area of responsibility.
• Interact with all levels of associates as internal customers, including department directors, officers, and senior leadership.
• Manage and develop key vendor relationships in area of responsibility.

Requirements

• At least ten years of management experience in employee benefits and compensation, including prior service as a plan fiduciary for retirement plans as well as health and welfare plans.
• Experience managing teams comprised of both professional and clerical staff.
• Prior experience with Human Capital Management Systems, preferably Workday, especially with benefits, leave, and compensation administration modules.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (required).
• Master's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field (preferred).
• One of the following certifications: Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), or Certified Benefits Professional (CBP).

Qualifications

• At least five years of benefits and compensation management experience within a large organization, with preference given to candidates from the transportation or trucking industry.
• Broad human resources experience as a generalist or specialist, such as employee relations, recruiting, benefits, compensation, or organizational development.
• Prior experience in benefits and compensation roles across multiple industries (desirable).

Schedule

First Shift