Director of Total Rewards

We are looking for an experienced Director of Total Rewards to lead the strategy, design, and execution of compensation, benefits, and wellness programs for a complex organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will shape a competitive and equitable rewards approach that strengthens talent attraction, retention, and overall employee experience. The role works closely with senior leadership to align total rewards programs with business priorities while ensuring market competitiveness, regulatory compliance, and clear governance across employee groups. Responsibilities: • Lead the total rewards function by setting direction for compensation, benefits, and wellness programs that support organizational objectives and workforce needs. • Advise executive and HR leadership on reward strategies for a broad range of employee populations, including executives, providers, union employees, and non-union staff. • Oversee the development and refinement of compensation and benefits offerings, using market data and business insight to keep programs competitive and effective. • Partner with senior leaders to establish short- and long-term priorities for total rewards, translating business goals into practical programs, policies, and team deliverables. • Guide the design of provider compensation structures in collaboration with HR, medical leadership, finance, and operational stakeholders to support strategic and financial goals. • Ensure provider pay practices are documented through clear policies, approval standards, and review processes that promote transparency and alignment with Fair Market Value expectations. • Work alongside Provider Services and Finance to help shape market-based provider compensation plans, including incentive measures and plan design accuracy. • Identify emerging compensation and benefits issues early and recommend innovative, proactive solutions that improve program effectiveness and employee value. • Build and maintain strong partnerships across leadership teams to influence decision-making and sustain alignment between total rewards initiatives and enterprise priorities. • 15+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, or total rewards leadership roles. • Demonstrated expertise in compensation analysis, compensation benchmarking, and the use of compensation surveys to support program design. • Strong background in compensation and benefits strategy for diverse employee groups, including complex workforce structures. • Experience developing or advising on provider compensation models and incentive-based pay programs. • Knowledge of workers compensation law and broader compliance considerations related to rewards programs. • Proven ability to partner with executive leaders, finance teams, and HR stakeholders on high-impact strategic initiatives. • Strong analytical, policy development, and communication skills with the ability to translate complex information into practical guidance. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.