Director of Total Rewards

Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Total Rewards, this role provides strategic and operational leadership for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s compensation, benefits, retirement, recognition, and well-being programs, as well as the HR Solution Center.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day administration, design, and delivery of compensation, benefits, retirement, and well-being programs.
• Oversee the HR Solution Center (HRSC) strategy and operations, ensuring high-quality delivery standards and performance metrics are tracked and reported.
• Manage compensation programs, including job evaluations, salary structures, market pricing, annual compensation planning, and pay practices.
• Direct benefits and retirement plan administration, including vendor management, plan operations, employee communications, and open enrollment activities.
• Analyze market trends, workforce data, and program metrics to develop recommendations that support organizational and talent strategies.
• Partner with HR and business leaders to provide guidance on compensation, benefits, organizational changes, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable compensation, benefits, retirement, and leave regulations while maintaining effective program governance.
• Lead process improvement, technology enhancement, and operational efficiency initiatives to improve service delivery and employee experience.
• Develop and lead a high-performing Total Rewards team, setting clear expectations, delivering feedback, and monitoring performance for quality, efficiency, and compliance.
• Hire, develop, and mentor staff to achieve organizational goals, foster career growth, and cultivate a positive and productive work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field required; Master’s degree (MBA, MHA, or related discipline) preferred.
• 8–12 years of progressive HR experience with a strong focus in compensation, benefits, or total rewards.
• 3–6 years of leadership experience, including managing professionals, programs, and/or functional areas.
• Demonstrated experience with complex total rewards programs in large, matrixed organizations; healthcare or highly regulated industry experience preferred.
• Deep experience in compensation and/or benefits design and administration; experience leading annual compensation cycles, benefits renewals, or enterprise-wide programs preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CCP (Certified Compensation Professional), CEBS (Certified Employee Benefit Specialist), SHRM-SCP, or SPHR preferred.

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of compensation, benefits, retirement, and well-being programs, including program design, administration, and compliance.
• Strong understanding of compensation strategy, job evaluation, salary administration, market pricing, and pay equity principles.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing compensation, benefits, retirement, and leave programs.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze workforce, market, and program data to support decision-making and program effectiveness.
• Proven leadership experience managing compensation and benefits functions and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong communication, consulting, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and partnering effectively with HR, Finance, Legal, Payroll, HRIS, and operational leaders.
• Demonstrated success driving process improvements, technology enhancements, and operational efficiencies within a complex organization.

Benefits

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute offers a mission-driven, inclusive, and equitable environment focused on cancer research, patient care, and public health. The Institute is committed to fostering a diverse and compassionate workplace.

Pay

$192,400.00 - $229,600.00

Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly oversees total rewards teams.